Embassy of Nicaragua in Mexico City, Mexico; address Presa Valsequillo Street 23, Irrigation, 11500, Ciudad de México; phone +55405626. Plus 3 other missions.
Head of mission: Mr Roger Jerónimo Morales Velázquez, Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Adolfo Benard Cole, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Jorge Adrián Zubieta y Landa Ortiz, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Nicaragua boasts a unique blend of stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage, making it an appealing option for some Mexican travelers. While it attracts fewer tourists than more popular destinations, its tourism sector is vital to the local economy. With 7.3 million Mexicans traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Nicaragua an intriguing choice for their travels.
Nicaragua is generally considered safer for tourists compared to Mexico. According to the Global Peace Index, Nicaragua ranks 111th out of 160 countries, while Mexico ranks 136th. The murder rate in Nicaragua is significantly lower, at 11.0 per 100,000 people, compared to Mexico's 28.2. Additionally, female murder rates are also lower in Nicaragua (3.1) than in Mexico (6.2). In terms of organized crime, Nicaragua scores better on various indices. For example, the mafia presence is rated at 5.0 in Nicaragua compared to 9.0 in Mexico, and crime networks are rated at 6.5 versus 9.0. While Nicaragua does face challenges, it is relatively safer for tourists coming from Mexico based on these statistics.