Honduras Travel Guide

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Passports and Visas

All foreign passengers to Honduras must hold onward/return tickets, and all necessary travel documentation for their next destination. Visa extensions can be obtained from the Immigration Office, for a fee that varies between USD 10 and USD 50. Note that travelers under 21 years of age are considered to be minors. NOTE: It is highly recommended that your passport has at least six months validity remaining after your intended date of departure from your travel destination. Immigration officials often apply different rules to those stated by travel agents and official sources.

Americans

US citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the date of arrival in Honduras. No visa is required for tourist or business-related stays of up to three months.

UK Nationals

British citizens must have a passport that is valid for three months beyond the date of their arrival in Honduras. No visa is required for tourist or business-related stays of up to three months; except for holders of British passports endorsed British National (Overseas), who are required to hold a "visa Consultada" (with authorization number), and - if their stay in Honduras exceeds 48 hours - are required to report to the Departmento de Seguridad Publica (Department of Public Security).

Canadians

Canadian citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the date of their arrival in Honduras. No visa is required for tourist or business-related stays of up to three months.

Australians

Australian citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the date of their arrival in Honduras. No visa is required for tourist or business-related stays of up to three months.

South Africans

South African citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the date of their arrival in Honduras. No visa is required for tourist or business-related stays of up to three months.

Irish Nationals

Irish citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the date of their arrival in Honduras. No visa is required for tourist or business-related stays of up to three months.

New Zealanders

New Zealand citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the date of their arrival in Honduras. No visa is required for tourist or business-related stays of up to three months.

Healthcare

Mosquito-borne illnesses are an ongoing health problem in Honduras. All travelers are advised to take mosquito repellent to prevent illnesses such as malaria and dengue fever, as well as to protect from annoying mosquito and sand fly bites. It is strongly recommended that routine vaccinations are up to date. Tap water is not safe to drink but bottles or bags of purified water a readily available. Honduras regularly suffers from severe air pollution, which can aggravate or lead to respiratory problems. For divers, there is a hyperbaric decompression chamber on Roatan. State hospitals are under-funded and travelers should use private hospitals where possible. Health insurance is recommended.

Safety

Political demonstrations in Honduras can sometimes be disruptive to traffic, but are generally announced in advance and are peaceful. Travelers should avoid areas where demonstrations are taking place and should stay informed by following the local news and consulting hotel personnel and tour guides. Incidents of crime, including carjacking along roads in Honduras is common. There have been frequent incidents of highway robbery on a number of roads. Petty crime is common in urban areas and tourist spots. Travelers should always carry a photocopy of their passport for identification purposes. It is not advisable to walk around town after dark.