Live in the US while having a job in Nicaragua

By Mark 19 April 2022

Can I work remotely in the US for a company in Nicaragua?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. You will need to apply for a visa to the US.
  2. You will need to be sure that your visa is valid for the duration of your stay in the US.
  3. You will need to check if the company you are working for is registered in the US.
  4. You will need to check if the company you are working for has a US office or is just a company based in the US.
  5. You will need to check if you are allowed to work in the US.
  6. You will need to check if you are allowed to work in the US for a company based in Nicaragua.

How can I find a remote job in Nicaragua while living in the US?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Nicaragua even if you are located in the US, for that we have a list of companies that hire remote workers.

If you are looking for a remote job in Nicaragua, you need to be prepared to work for a company that is not based in Nicaragua, but has a presence there.
This is because the Nicaraguan government has a policy of not allowing foreign companies to establish themselves in the country.
If you are a US citizen, you can apply for a work permit to work in Nicaragua.
This is not the same as a visa, which is only required if you plan to stay in the country for more than six months.
The work permit is good for three years, and you can apply for renewal every year.
It is possible to get a work permit for your spouse and children.

How can I get paid in the US when working remotely for a company in Nicaragua?

It is possible to get paid in the US while working for a company in Nicaragua but it is not as easy as it seems.

I work remotely for a company in Nicaragua. I live in the US.
How can I get paid in the US?
First, you must understand that the US is a cash-based society. Most US companies don’t pay their employees in cash. Most employees are paid in some form of Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT).
In order to get paid in the US, you will need to set up an EBT card. You can get a debit card, which is called a pre-paid card, or you can get a credit card.

I have a debit card, how do I set it up?
If you have a debit card, you can set up a direct deposit. You will need to sign up for direct deposit with your bank.
You will need to provide your bank with your Social Security Number (SSN) and a password. You will also need to provide your bank with your bank account number and routing number.
You can set up direct deposit to your bank account in the US by going to your bank’s website.

Will I pay taxes in the US or Nicaragua when working remotely in the US?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in the US for a corporation in Nicaragua, so I thought I would write a quick guide for anyone who is thinking about working remotely in the US.

If you are working remotely for a US corporation in Nicaragua, you will need to pay taxes to the US government on your US wages. This is regardless of where you live. The US government considers all US citizens to be “resident aliens”.

What is the US tax rate for foreign citizens?
The US tax rate for foreign citizens is the same as US citizens.