Residency Honduras

Frequently Asked Questions – Honduras Entry, Tourism & Residency

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Important Entry and Exit Requirements for Honduras. Customs Declaration Form: All travelers entering or exiting Honduras must complete this Form.

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Passport and Travel Document Requirements. To enter Honduras, travelers must have:

• A passport with at least 3 to 6 months of validity at the time of travel

• Sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps

• A visa, if required based on nationality (for example, visas are now required for UK citizens)

• Proper documentation for minors, when applicable

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Passport and entry requirements may vary by nationality and airline. We strongly recommend confirming passport validity and entry requirements with your airline before traveling, as airlines may deny boarding if their requirements are not met.

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COVID-19 vaccination cards, negative tests, facemasks, and Honduran Pre-Check are no longer required for entry into Honduras.

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What Is a Tourist in Honduras? A tourist is a person who enters Honduras for leisure or short-term stays and later returns to their home country. Tourists are not permitted to work in Honduras.

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My Passport Is About to Expire. Can I Travel? In most cases, no. Your passport should have at least 3 to 6 months of validity to enter Honduras. Always confirm requirements with your airline before traveling.

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What Is a Honduran Entry Stamp? A Honduran Entry Stamp is placed in your passport by an Immigration Officer upon arrival. It indicates how long you are authorized to remain in the country as a tourist. Immigration officers may grant 1-90 days, at their discretion.

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Can I Extend My Tourist Stay? Yes. Tourists may request a one-time extension of up to 30 additional days for a government fee of approximately USD $20, provided proper documentation is submitted. Extensions are approved at the discretion of Honduran Immigration.

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Where is Immigration located? Honduran Immigration Offices are located in:

• La Ceiba – UniPlaza, Second Floor

• Tegucigalpa – Centro Cívico Gubernamental, José Cecilio del Valle

• San Pedro Sula – Barrio El Centro

• Roatán – Plaza Mar, 1st Floor, Coxen Hole

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How Much Are Overstay Fines in Honduras? Overstay fines generally start at approximately USD $285 and may increase monthly depending on the length of the overstay.

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Why Use Residency Honduras? Residency Honduras provides personalized legal assistance from a fully bilingual attorney and staff with extensive experience in immigration and residency matters. Our goal is to make the process clear, efficient, and stress-free while ensuring full compliance with Honduran law.

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Do You Only Handle Residency Applications? No. Residency services are just the beginning. We also assist with real estate transactions, corporate and business matters, labor law, contracts, administrative procedures, estate planning and other legal services in Honduras.

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How do I get started? The first step is a 30-minute legal consultation to review your situation and determine the best residency option. BOOK NOW 

 

We are here to help and look forward to assisting you every step of the way.