Residency Honduras

Residency Requirements in Honduras | Immigration Lawyer Services. Residency applications in Honduras must be submitted by a lawyer registered with the Honduran Bar Association. There are several types of legal residency available, including Permanent Residency and Special Permits to Remain in the Country.

If you plan to work, study, retire, invest, or live in Honduras, obtaining legal residency is not optional—it is essential for compliance and long-term stability.

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What Type of Residency Do I Need? Every individual’s situation is different. Factors such as income, employment, investment plans, and family ties all affect which residency category is most appropriate.

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To determine the best option for you, we recommend scheduling a personalized legal consultation. BOOK NOW

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Our team will evaluate your circumstances and guide you toward the residency option that best fits your goals.

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Popular Residency Categories in Honduras. Below are some of the most common residency and permit options available:

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• Retiree Residency: Requires a minimum monthly retirement income of USD $1,500 deposited into a Honduran bank account

 

• Income Residency: Requires passive monthly income of at least USD $2,500 deposited into a Honduran bank account

 

• Business Owner Permit: Allows foreigners to establish, own, and operate a business in Honduras. Business must generate employment and comply with tax obligations

 

• Sponsored Work Permit: Requires a formal job offer from a qualifying Honduran employer

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• Investor Residency: Requires an operational investment of more than USD $50,000

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• Marriage Residency: Available to individuals married to a Honduran born citizen

 

• Honduran Relative Residency: Available to parents, grandparents, or siblings of a Honduran born citizen

 

Residency Costs. Our pricing is transparent and all-inclusive. Residency fees include: Legal fees, Government fees and administrative expenses. Costs vary depending on individual circumstances. For example, a family application will differ from a single applicant. We are also committed to giving back to the community and periodically accept pro bono cases.

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Residency Processing Time. Residency applications typically take 3 to 9 months to process. Our priority is submitting complete and accurate applications to minimize delays and ensure a smooth process.

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Foreign Document Requirements. To be valid for use in Honduras, all foreign documents must be properly legalized through one of the following methods:

• Legalization at the nearest Honduran Consulate, or

• An Apostille issued by the appropriate authority

Failure to legalize documents correctly is one of the most common causes of delays.

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Translation Services. We provide professional legal translation services from English to Spanish for all documents required in your residency application, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Honduran legal standards.

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Ready to Start Your Residency Process? The first step is a 30-minute legal consultation. BOOK NOW

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