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Honduras Visa for United States Citizens 2026

Visa Free

US citizens can enter Honduras visa-free for up to 90 days, a period shared across the CA-4 zone (Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua).

Guide last updated October 1, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date
  • No visa application required for stays under 90 days
  • Proof of onward or return travel ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
  • Evidence of sufficient funds, occasionally requested at the border
  • No biometrics required for visa-free entry
  • Travel health insurance recommended but not mandatory

Visa types

  • No visa needed for tourism or short business visits under the visa-free arrangement
  • Longer stays, study, or work require a residency or work permit from Honduras's Instituto Nacional de Migración
  • Honduras also offers a Rentista/Pensionado residency category for retirees with stable foreign income, a separate process from tourist entry

Entry conditions

  • Up to 90 days visa-free, shared across the CA-4 zone (Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua) — moving between these countries does not reset the clock
  • No fee for standard air entry; land border crossings may charge a small tourist card fee (approx. USD 3-10)
  • Entry via Toncontín (Tegucigalpa) or Ramón Villeda Morales (San Pedro Sula) international airports, or official land borders
  • Paid local employment is not permitted under this entry status
  • One extension of up to 90 additional days may be requested at the immigration office before the initial period expires

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for standard air entry; land border tourist card approx. USD 3-10
  • Processing: immediate at the airport or border
  • Extension fee at the immigration office: approx. USD 50-100 for up to 90 additional days
  • Extension processing: typically 1-5 business days

Tips for United States travelers

  • Track total days spent across Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua together, since the CA-4 90-day limit is shared
  • Common mistake: assuming a short trip to Belize or Costa Rica resets the CA-4 clock — it generally does not
  • Carry small USD or lempiras for land-border fees
  • Apply for an extension a few days before your 90 days expire to avoid overstay fines
  • Check current security advisories for specific regions before traveling outside major tourist areas

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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