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How to complete your Honduras Pre-Check Application with iVisa

Complete your online application

Start by filling out our simplified application form and paying the iVisa service fee through our secure portal. You can pause and return anytime if you need a break. Most travelers complete the entire application in less than 20 minutes.

The Honduras Pre-Check Application is our most popular travel document. Apart from completing this form, most nationalities can enter the country without a visa for tourism or business purposes for stays of up to 90 days. However, some nationalities do require a visa, and if staying longer than 90 days, a visa is generally needed.

We review your application

Every application gets a full review by one of our visa experts. We check for errors and missing information. If something needs attention, we’ll let you know before we submit it to the Honduran government.

We submit it for government processing

We’re not the Honduran government. We’re a private visa service provider that makes it easier for our customers to apply for travel documents. Once everything is complete, we will submit your application to the Honduran authorities for processing.

While your application is being processed, we stay in touch and help you respond to any updates or additional requests.

Get your Honduras eVisa

Once your application is approved, we’ll notify you right away. Your travel document will be sent directly to your email.

💡Pro tip: If you plan to visit Copán Ruinas or rural parts of Honduras, download offline maps using apps like Maps.me before your trip. Mobile coverage can be unreliable in remote areas, and having offline navigation can save you from getting lost or burning through expensive mobile data.

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Visa types needed for Honduras

Honduras Pre-Check Application
Tourist visa*
Business visa*
Diplomatic visa*
Courtesy visa*
Official visa*
Rentista (independent means) visa*
Pensionado (retiree) visa*
Investor visa*

Honduras Pre-Check Application

The Honduras Pre-Check Application is a pre-arrival declaration for non-Honduran travelers visiting the country by air, land, or sea. With this form, you can:

📝 Submit your travel information before arrival
⚡ Speed up entry procedures at immigration
✅ Comply with the Honduran government's pre-arrival regulations

⚠️ The Pre-Check Application does not replace a visa. If your nationality requires a visa for entry, you must still obtain one separately before traveling to Honduras.

The Application is valid for a single entry and can be submitted within 72 hours before arriving in the country.

What you'll need to apply:

🛂 A valid passport (with at least 6 months' validity)
📋 Personal and travel details (flight number, entry port, accommodation address)
🎯 Reason for travel
✉️ A valid email address to receive the confirmation
💳 Payment for iVisa service fees

Tourist visa*

Purpose: Leisure travel, holidays, visiting friends and family, sightseeing.
Validity: Up to 60 days (single-entry) or up to 1 year (multiple-entry) depending on consulate.
Entries: Single or multiple.
Extension: May be extended up to 90 days in total via the National Institute of Migration (INM).
Application process: Apply in person at a Honduran embassy or consulate (no online option).
Additional info: Citizens from 80+ visa-exempt countries can enter Honduras visa-free for up to 90 days. Others must apply through embassies or consulates.

Unfortunately we don’t currently offer this visa*

Business visa*

Purpose: Short business trips, conferences, meetings, negotiations, and temporary commercial activities.
Validity: Up to 60 days (single-entry) or up to 1 year (multiple-entry) depending on consulate.
Entries: Single or multiple.
Extension: May be extended by Honduran immigration if additional time is required.
Application process: Apply in person at a Honduran embassy or consulate (no online option).

Unfortunately we don’t currently offer this visa*

Diplomatic visa*

Purpose: Official visits for holders of diplomatic passports.
Validity: Matches official mission duration (varies).
Entries: Multiple.
Extension: As needed, with coordination through diplomatic channels.
Application process: Apply at a Honduran diplomatic mission.

Unfortunately we don’t currently offer this visa*

Courtesy visa*

Purpose: For service passport holders, cultural or sports delegations, special missions (e.g., IATA, ICAO staff).
Validity: Based on the duration of official mission or event.
Entries: Multiple.
Extension: Arranged via the host institution or the Honduran authorities.
Application process: Apply through a Honduran embassy/consulate and coordinated by the issuing organization.

Unfortunately we don’t currently offer this visa*

Official visa*

Purpose: For foreign government or international organization staff (official passports, UN laissez-passer, OAS documents).
Validity: Tied to official assignment duration.
Entries: Multiple.
Extension: Extended as needed for duration of official duties.
Application process: Apply via a Honduran embassy or consulate.
Additional info: Must be supported by official employer documents and assignment orders.

Unfortunately we don’t currently offer this visa*

Rentista (independent means) visa*

Purpose: Long-term residency for individuals with stable passive income.
Validity: Up to 4 years.
Entries: Multiple.
Extension: Renewable indefinitely while financial criteria are met.
Application process: Apply through a Honduran embassy/consulate abroad; finalize residency processing with the INM in Honduras.
Additional info: Requires proof of passive income of at least USD 2,500/month transferred to a Honduran bank. Leads to permanent residency after 5 years and citizenship eligibility after 3 years.

Unfortunately we don’t currently offer this visa*

Pensionado (retiree) visa*

Purpose: Long-term residency for retirees receiving pension income.
Validity: Up to 4 years.
Entries: Multiple.
Extension: Renewable as long as pension payments continue.
Application process: Apply through a Honduran embassy/consulate abroad; complete final processing with the INM in Honduras.
Additional info: Requires proof of guaranteed pension of at least USD 1,500/month deposited into a Honduran bank. Leads to permanent residency after 5 years and citizenship eligibility after 3 years.

Unfortunately we don’t currently offer this visa*

Investor visa*

Purpose: Long-term residency for individuals investing in Honduras.
Validity: Temporary residency leading to permanent residency.
Entries: Multiple.
Extension: Renewable while investment remains active.
Application process: Apply through a Honduran embassy/consulate or directly at the INM in Honduras.
Additional info: Requires investment of at least USD 50,000 in a Honduran business or qualifying enterprise. Leads to permanent residency after 5 years and citizenship eligibility after 3 years.

Unfortunately we don’t currently offer this visa*

Honduras visa policy

Honduras’ visa policy depends on nationality, purpose of visit, and length of stay. Many travelers enter visa free, while others must secure a visa in advance from a consulate.

Citizens of about 84 countries, including the US, Canada, the UK, the EU, Australia, and Japan, can visit without a visa for up to 90 days. These travelers are covered by the Central America-4 (CA-4) Agreement, which allows travel across Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua for a combined maximum of 90 days.

Nationals outside this group must apply in person at a Honduran consulate. Honduras does not offer e-visas or visas on arrival. Standard visas usually allow stays of up to 90 days, but validity and number of entries are set by the consulate.

For residency, retirement, investment, or employment, applicants must apply through the National Institute of Migration. These programs require extensive documentation and involve both embassy and in-country processing.

All travelers must hold a passport valid for three months beyond their stay with blank pages for entry stamps. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from risk areas. Travelers under 21 need notarized parental consent when traveling alone or with one parent.

Overstays incur daily fines. Extensions may be possible if applied for in advance. Entry rules are stable, but travelers should confirm details with the nearest Honduran consulate before departure.

Honduras visa prices

Honduras Pre-Check Application

From $39.99

Valid for 1 month after issued

Single entry

Stay up to 90 days per entry

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FAQs

Do I need a visa to travel to Honduras?

Citizens of more than 80 countries (including the US, UK, EU nations, Canada, Australia, Japan) can enter Honduras visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or short business. If you're not eligible, you'll need to apply in person for a visa at a Honduran embassy or consulate before travel. Honduras does not offer eVisas or visas-on-arrival.

Can I travel between Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua on one visa?

Yes. Honduras is part of the Central America-4 (CA‑4) Border Control Agreement, which allows a single visa or entry stamp to cover travel across all four countries. However, your combined stay across the CA‑4 zone cannot exceed 90 days.

What are the passport requirements for entering Honduras?

Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from Honduras and contain at least two blank pages for entry and exit stamps. Some airlines may require six months' validity, so it's safest to renew if your passport expires within six months.

Is there a Honduras tourist card or an arrival fee?

Yes. All non-resident tourists must purchase a tourist card on arrival at airports or land borders, which allows 90 days of stay. This card is required even for visa-free travelers.

What if I overstay my permitted stay in Honduras?

Overstaying your visa or visa-free stay subjects you to daily fines that must be paid before departure. However, if you need more time, you can apply for an extension through the Honduran National Institute of Migration (INM) before your current permission expires.

Do children need special documentation to enter Honduras?

Yes. Children under 21 traveling without both parents, or with only one parent, must carry a notarized parental consent letter translated into Spanish.

What happens after I complete my Honduras Pre-Check Application?

Our team of iVisa experts will review your application to make sure everything is correct. We then send it to the government for processing on your behalf. Once your Application is ready, you’ll receive an email with a unique QR code. Present this when you reach immigration, along with your passport. In the meantime, you can download the iVisa app, so you can access your travel documents while you're on the go.