Expat Guide to Living in Managua

Whether you're already living in Managua or preparing to move to Managua, our Expat Guide to Living in Nicaragua offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Managua. For answers to specific questions, visit our Nicaragua Forum to talk with expats in Managua.

Culture Shock in Managua, Nicaragua

An expat who recently moved to Managua, Nicaragua was initially overwhelmed by the country's extreme poverty. But, the loving, caring Nicas have had the greatest impact on her.

More Culture Shock Reports for Managua

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Managua handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Managua:

Culture Shock in Managua, Nicaragua

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Living Overseas Report

What are people's priorities in Managua - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Help other expats and people moving to Managua by filling out our Living Overseas Report.

Submit a Living Overseas Report

Moving Overseas Report

What should you take with you when you move to Managua? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Managua? Help others moving to Managua by filling out our Moving Overseas Report.

Submit a Moving Overseas Report

Reviews of Schools in Managua

Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Managua. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Managua:

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Managua. If you are already living in Managua, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Managua by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

Submit a Retire Abroad Report

Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Managua? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Managua by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

Submit a Having a Baby Abroad Report

Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Managua? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Managua? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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Guide to Living in Managua, Nicaragua

Managua, Nicaragua: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Managua

Nicaragua Forum
Meet other people living in Managua.

Healthcare in Nicaragua

Expats living in Nicaragua discuss health insurance and quality of medical care in Nicaragua. Additional topics include health insurance for 65+, in-home nursing care, prescription medicines and more.

Expats Talk about Living in Managua

Expats talk about what it's like living in Managua, Nicaragua: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What Newcomers to Managua Should Know

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Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Managua.

Expat Report: Culture Shock in Managua

An expat who recently moved to Managua, Nicaragua was initially overwhelmed by the country's extreme poverty. But, the loving, caring Nicas have had the greatest impact on her.