Honduras

"Libre, Soberana e Independiente" ("Free, sovereign and independent")

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Welcome to Honduras

Honduras, located in Central America, is known for its tropical landscapes and Mayan ruins. The economy is primarily driven by agriculture, including coffee and bananas, along with a growing tourism sector.

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Honduras Essentials

Inno nazionale

Himno Nacional de Honduras

Giorno dell'Indipendenza

15 settembre 1821

Haiko

Mayan Copán sleeps / Caribbean meets rainforest / Scarlet macaws soar

Interesting Tradition

Holds the Rain of Fish festival where fish allegedly fall from the sky

Weirdest Local Superstition

Breaking a mirror brings 7 years of bad luck

Strangest Law Still on the Books

Illegal for a father to be in the delivery room

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Come for the history, stay for the future

Come for the tropics, stay for the transformation: Honduras blends Caribbean and Pacific coasts with mountain adventures and Mayan history. Life moves between morning dives in crystal waters, productive afternoons in growing digital hubs, and evenings in colonial plazas. New economic zones and residency programs are reshaping this Central American nation into an emerging destination for international professionals.

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Vamos

Discover where natural abundance isn't just scenery, but opportunity. Your adventure flows between two oceans of possibility.

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Bienvenidos a Honduras

Home to the ancient Mayan city of Copán where history is carved in stone

Honduras isn't just a country—it's a hidden treasure of Central America. Here, time moves between ancient Mayan mysteries and Caribbean rhythms, and even a simple forest walk can reveal unexpected wonders. This is a land where adventure and tradition dance together.

From the coral gardens of the Bay Islands to the cloud forests of Cusuco National Park, Honduras offers discovery for every bold explorer. Whether you're drawn to the diving paradise of Roatán, the Mayan ruins of Copán, or the colonial charm of Comayagua, you'll find a country that rewards the curious with unforgettable experiences.

Statistiche

Savor the Flavor

Eat

baleadas (wheat tortilla with fillings) - sopa de caracol (conch soup)

Drink

guifiti (herbal rum drink) - pinol (corn-based drink)

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Algo de tomar?

Beer

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

26

Wine

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

0

Coffee

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

2.98

Tea

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

0.02

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Cultural Tips and Etiquette

#1
Business meetings often start 30-45 minutes late ('Honduran time')
#2
Pointing with lips rather than fingers is common and acceptable
#3
Making loud 'tsst' sounds to get attention is normal and not rude
#4
Fresh corn-based dishes have ritual significance in social gatherings
#5
Living with parents until marriage is expected and respected

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Honduras Essentials

Representative Novel

Prisma Combi-Método de Español para Extranjeros by Equipo Prisma (Spanish textbook widely used in Honduras, representing its role in language education)

National Animal

White-tailed deer

National Pasttime

Calcio (Soccer)

Souvenir nazionale

Lenca pottery

Piatto nazionale

Plato típico

Festival famoso

La Ceiba Carnival

Danza famosa

Punta

Musica famosa

Punta

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Did You Know?

Honduras is home to the second-largest coral reef in the world.

The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, located off the coast of Honduras, is a diver's paradise, stretching over 1,000 kilometers from the Yucatán Peninsula to the Bay Islands.

Honduras has a rich Mayan heritage.

The ancient city of Copán, located in western Honduras, was a major center of the Mayan civilization and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Honduras is one of the top coffee producers in the world.

Coffee from Honduras is known for its rich flavor and is a key export, making the country a significant player in the global coffee market.

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Honduras’s Key Historical Events

1,821

Aprile 2014

Honduras gains independence from Spain.

1963

Luglio 2014

Military coup ousts president and installs a military government.

1981

Febbraio 2015

Civilian rule is restored after decades of military control.

2009

Marzo 2015

President Manuel Zelaya is ousted in a coup.

2015

Ottobre 2016

Juan Orlando Hernandez wins a second term amid allegations of election fraud.

MOBILITY

Access Honduras Residency Rights on the GlobalPassport™ Platform 

NO. OF Mobility Assets

1

MOBILITY

Citizenship Pathways and
Residency Requirements

Citizenship by Birth
Citizenship by DESCENT
Citizenship by MARRIAGE
0 years
DUAL Citizenship
Conditional
RESIDENCY BY Naturalization
3
PASSPORT VALIDITY
10 years

MOBILITY

Passport Power

Visa Free Countries

115

Performance Class

Global Contender

Grado del passaporto

B

Rank

76

Score

125.4

This visa grants access to:

• 29% of the world's population 

• 64% of UNESCO sites 

• 37% of global GDP 

• 39% of the world's land area 

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Number of American Emigrants to Honduras by Year 

Year
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
2015
2020
Honduras
2,956
3,967
4,977
6,109
7,295
7,273
9,362

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Healthcare

Healthcare Overview

Key Health Indicators

Età mediana

23.5

years

Life Expectancy

73.0

years

Obesity Rate

25.30%

Tobacco Use

10.20%

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Health care Indicators

Health Expenditure

9.16%

of GDP

Hospital Beds

0.64

per 1000 people

Doctors

0.489

per 1000 people

Out-of-pocket

51.71%

of total expenditure

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Public Healthcare System

Honduras offers a public healthcare system that provides basic medical services to citizens and residents, though wait times can be long in public hospitals.

Private Healthcare Options

Private healthcare in Honduras is widely available, offering faster access and more specialized treatments for those who can afford it.

Healthcare for Expats

Expatriates living in Honduras often choose private healthcare, as it offers higher-quality services and shorter wait times than the public system.

Affordable Medical Services

Medical services in Honduras are affordable compared to many Western countries, making it an attractive option for expatriates seeking healthcare.

Pharmaceutical Availability

Pharmaceuticals are widely available in Honduras, with both local and international medications accessible at reasonable prices.

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Panoramica del costo della vita

Honduras provides a low cost of living, appealing to budget-conscious expats and retirees. Major cities like Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula are more expensive than rural areas. Housing costs are low, even in upscale urban neighborhoods. Food is inexpensive, particularly local produce and staples. Utilities can be costly, especially electricity. Public transportation is very cheap but often crowded and unreliable. Private education can be a significant expense relative to the overall low cost of living.

Cost of Gasoline

$1.10

per liter

Cost of Meal

$5.98

(Inexpensive Restaurant)

Monthly Rent

$292.16

(1 bedroom, City Center)

Monthly Utilities

$74.37

(85m² Apartment)

Domestic Beer

$1.79

(0.5 liter draught)

Aliquota IVA

15%

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Tassazione

Panoramica sulla tassazione

Before moving to Honduras, it's important to understand its tax system.+Honduras employs a territorial tax system, taxing only income sourced within the country. Income tax rates are progressive, ranging from 0% to 25%. For individual capital gains, a 10% tax rate applies. Social security contributions are mandatory for employed individuals. Property taxes are also levied. For tax purposes, individuals need to obtain a Registro Tributario Nacional (RTN).+Honduras does not have a double taxation treaty with the United States.

Tax Residency Requirement

90 days

Worldwide Income Taxation

No (Territorial system)

Higher Rates for Foreign Assets

No

US Double Taxation Treaty

No

Reddito personale

Progressive tax rate based on income levels

0%-25%

Personal Capital Gains

Flat rate on investment gains

10%

Eredità

Based on inherited amount and relationship

0%

Reddito d'impresa

Standard corporate tax rate applied to business profits

25%-30%

Plusvalenze aziendali

Tax rate applied to capital gains from corporate investments

10%

Dividendi

Withholding tax rate applied to dividend distributions

10%

Interesse

Withholding rate interest payment to non-residens

10%

Royalties

Withholding tax rate for royalty payments

25%

Work Assignment

Foreign individuals are considered tax residents if they stay in Honduras for more than 90 days in the country during one fiscal year, continuously or not.

Overall Ranking

Global position in PWC’c Ease of Paying Taxes ranking

167

Ease of Paying Taxes Score

Overall score based on multiple factors

49.9

Total Tax and Cotribution Rate

TTCR percentage including all mandatory contributtions

39.1
%

Time to Comply

Annual hours required to comply with tax regulations

203
HOURS

Number of Payments

Total number of tax payments required annually

59

Post-filing Index

Score measuring the ease of processes after filing taxes

35.1
%

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CLIMATE

Climate Type

hot and tropical

Average Temperature

24.72 °C

Humidity

75

%

Average Annual Precipitation

1,976

mm

Rainless Days per Year

238

Best Time to Travel

December-April

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