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Open to any nationality with proof of a pension or retirement income of at least USD 1,500/month. Grants permanent residency with import duty exemptions on household goods and one vehicle.
Requires a minimum investment of USD 50,000 in a Honduran business or real estate. Renewable indefinitely and leads to permanent residency after 3 years.
Employer-sponsored; a Honduran company must demonstrate the role cannot be filled locally. Foreigners are limited to 10% of a company's total workforce under Honduran labor law.
Free movement within the CA-4 bloc (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua) for nationals of those four countries only. Third-country nationals receive 90 days across the entire CA-4 zone as ordinary visitors, not under this specific arrangement.
Honduras allows citizens of most Western countries to enter visa-free for up to 90 days under the CA-4 agreement (with Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua). The CA-4 90-day period is shared across all four countries. Long-term residence options include retirement, pensionado, and investor visas administered by the Directorate General of Migration.
Honduras requires foreign workers to obtain a work permit sponsored by a Honduran employer through the Secretariat of Labour. A labour market test is required unless the role qualifies for exemptions. Permits are initially issued for one year and renewable. The process typically takes 6–10 weeks.
Spouses and dependent children of residence permit holders may apply for derivative residence permits under family reunification provisions. Dependents must obtain separate work authorization to be employed in Honduras.
Honduras applies income tax progressively from 0% to 25% for individuals. Corporate tax is 25% plus a solidarity contribution. VAT (ISV) is 15%. Honduras has a limited double-tax treaty network including agreements with Spain and Mexico.
Private hospitals in Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula such as Hospital Centro Medico and Hospital Viera offer competent care for expats. Security concerns require careful planning. Comprehensive international health insurance is essential for expats in Honduras.
Expats with valid residence permits can open accounts at Banco Atlantida, Banpais, or BAC Honduras. Requirements include a valid passport, residence document, and proof of income. USD accounts are widely available given the dollarized trade environment.
Honduras actively seeks foreign investment through ProHonduras (previously PROINVEST) and offers free zone incentives through ZOLI and ZIP regimes. Foreign investors who invest a minimum of USD 50,000 in the industrial sector may qualify for a special investor visa. The Zones for Employment and Economic Development (ZEDE) offer autonomous regulatory frameworks, though the status of these zones has been legally contested.
| Program | Min. Investment | Residency | Citizenship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investor Visa | — | No | No |