Traveler guide
Requirements to rent a car in Nicaragua
To rent a car with LAGO you must be over 23, show a valid ID card or passport and a valid driver license from any country, and leave the security deposit for the vehicle, from US$200 to US$500. The minimum rental is 2 days.
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Age and documents
- Be over 23 years old.
- A valid ID card or passport.
- A valid driver license, no matter which country issued it.
Security deposit
It is left by credit card, debit card or cash, for the same amount. Cash is returned when we receive the vehicle; on a credit card it is released in 2 to 7 days and on a debit card in 15 to 30 days, depending on the bank.
| Vehicle | Category | Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Agya | Hatchback | US$200 |
| Toyota Yaris | Sedan | US$200 |
| Kia Rio | Sedan | US$200 |
| Nissan Versa | Sedan | US$200 |
| Kia K3 | Sedan | US$200 |
| Toyota Raize | Compact SUV | US$300 |
| Toyota Rush | SUV | US$300 |
| Toyota Hilux or similar | Pickup | US$300 |
| Mitsubishi L200 | Pickup | US$300 |
| Toyota Prado or similar | Premium SUV | US$500 |
| Toyota Fortuner | Premium SUV | US$500 |
| Toyota Hiace | Van | US$300 |
Additional driver
An additional driver costs US$2.50 per day and is included free if you add Gold coverage (US$15 per day).
Minimum rental and how days are counted
The minimum rental is 2 days. Each day counts as 24 hours from the pick-up time, and there is a 2-hour grace period when you return the vehicle; after those 2 hours, one extra day is charged.
How to book
Choose the vehicle and your dates in the quote form or message us on WhatsApp. We confirm availability, and your booking is secured with a US$100 advance payment, paid by bank transfer or payment link and deducted from the total.