Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting
Honduras
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Honduran Visa.
- A passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page.
- Duly completed and signed application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs taken in white background. Preferably 6cm x 5cm in size, with face forward. Full name and passport number should be written on bottom part of the photo.
- A money order of US$30.00 is needed for each visa requested. This must be made payable to the consulate of Honduras.
- Proof of sufficient funds to last you the intended duration of stay.
- Proof of accommodation
- Copy of return flight ticket
- Documentation showing applicants ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- Medical Insurance.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Honduras Visa for Nigerians
Facts about Honduras
Due to the dangerous image that Honduras has, a lot of tourists previously hurriedly passed through the country. Tourists these days are starting to take a second look at the country and deservedly so. This is no small part due to the magnificent landscape of the country. Honduras has the second largest rainforest in the Americas and the second-largest barrier reef in the world, numerous white and dark sand beaches, flora and fauna and archeological sites. Nature reserves in the country also attract tourists. These nature reserves have over 400 species of birds, about 250 reptiles and amphibians, and 110 species of mammals. Honduras is definitely worth visiting.
In 2017, over 2 million tourists visited Honduras which resulted in a net spend of more than $700 by tourists. A lot of initiatives have been introduced to realize the goal of a one million annual increase in the number of tourists visit. Safety concerns are also being addressed, there has been a 52 percent reduction in violence in the last five years.
On entry into the country, travelers must declare any amount of $10,000 or its equivalent. Travelers must also declare any amount over $10,000 or its equivalent on exit from the country. There are strict regulations on the import of items such as vehicles, medications, firearms, and business equipment. Stay clear of drug trafficking and drug use.
Types of Honduras Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 15 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Honduras Visa
- A passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page.
- Duly completed and signed application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs taken in white background. Preferably 6cm x 5cm in size, with face forward. Full name and passport number should be written on bottom part of the photo.
- A money order of US$30.00 is needed for each visa requested. This must be made payable to the consulate of Honduras.
- Proof of sufficient funds to last you the intended duration of stay.
- Proof of accommodation
- Copy of return flight ticket
- Documentation showing applicants ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- Medical Insurance.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Honduras Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to persons visiting Honduras for tourism purposes.
- You can also visit family and friends and attend festivals while on this visa.
- All visitors to Honduras must carry a valid passport. Any traveler in possession of an amount over $10,000 must declare it.
- Applicants seeking this visa need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Honduras. This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as the applicant’s relationship with them.
- It is currently not known if there are any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors coming to Honduras but applicants are required to submit a proof of yellow fever vaccination.
- Under Honduran law, children under age 21 who are traveling unaccompanied or with only one parent must have written, notarized permission to travel from the non-traveling parent(s).
- During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay. Proof of accommodation or hotel reservation is also required.
- There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTI events in Honduras. However, many activists report that crimes committed against the LGBTI community go unpunished. There have also been cases of police harassment of patrons in LGBTI nightclubs. LGBTI travelers should exercise caution, especially when expressing affection in public.
- The Honduras tourist visa is valid for 90 days and you are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
Honduras Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to Nigerians traveling to Honduras for business purposes.
- You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Honduran company you will be visiting. This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
- If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, a confirmation or invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required. If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
- If you are requesting a Multiple Visa, you will send a letter in which you explain why you are requesting this type of visa.
- There is no transit visa for Honduras and visitors passing through the country must obtain a tourist visa if required.
- Pet dogs and cats require a veterinarian health certificate, plus an import permit from the Secretaria de Agricultura y Ganaderia. In addition, dog owners must provide a certificate of vaccination against rabies, distemper and hepatitis.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required. Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration too.
- You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
- It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
- The best time to apply for your Honduras visa is 1 – 2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, there might be a way to speed up the process at the embassy’s discretion.
Honduras Visa Fees
Tourist visa
30.00 (USD)
Business visa
30.00 (USD)
Honduras Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Nigeria
Abuja
Address: No. 61, Jose Marti Crescent, Asokoro, Abuja – Nigeria
Website: http://www.mfa.gov.hu/emb/abuja
Email: mission.abv@kum.hu
Phone: +234 – 9 – 314-1180 / 314-1181 / 314-1183