Unitary Presidential Republic
Nicaragua is governed as a unitary state under a presidential system, with significant executive authority concentrated in the presidency.
15 Departments + 2 Regions
The country consists of 15 departments plus two autonomous regions along its Caribbean coast.
Unicameral National Assembly
Nicaragua’s legislature, the National Assembly, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.
Direct Presidential Elections
Nicaragua’s legislature, the National Assembly, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.