Faith
Nicaragua Bans Bibles at Border Crossings
Faith Facts
- Nicaragua has prohibited tourists from bringing Bibles and other printed materials across its borders.
- Restrictions also include cameras, drones, and electronic devices, with enforcement confirmed by regional bus companies.
- Over 1,300 religious organizations have lost legal status under government crackdowns since 2018.
Faith communities in Nicaragua face mounting pressure as new border restrictions ban the entry of Bibles and Christian literature. These policies are part of a wider assault on civil liberties and the freedom to worship.
Officials have extended the list of banned items, reflecting a tightening grip on religious expression and personal freedoms. Christian leaders continue to speak out against these actions, standing firm for truth and justice.
One U.N. investigator warned that the Nicaraguan government appeared “at war with its own people.”
As the church remains a beacon of hope and voice for the oppressed, believers worldwide are called to pray for those enduring religious persecution and to defend the liberties rooted in faith and conscience.