Visitor & short-stay visas
Honduran Transit Visa
A short visa for travellers passing through Honduras en route to another country, covering the brief onward journey rather than a stay.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Transit-visa validity, permitted transit time and fee were not verifiable against a rendered official page; confirm the current requirement and figures with a Honduran consulate or the INM.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Honduras government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Visa de tránsito
- Route type
- Transit visa
- Purpose
- Passing through to a third country
- Where to apply
- Honduran consulate abroad
- Transit visas, where required, are issued by consulates before travel.
- Passport validity
- At least 6 months recommended
- General INM entry expectation for foreign travellers; confirm for your nationality.
Who it is for
- Travellers of non-exempt nationalities transiting Honduras to another destination
Requirements
- Valid passport
- Visa or entry document for the onward destination
- Confirmed onward travel
How to apply
- Check whether your nationality needs a transit visa for Honduras
- Apply at a Honduran consulate with your onward travel documents
Documents you may need
- Valid passport
- Visa or entry permit for the onward/third country
- Confirmed onward or connecting ticket
- Evidence that the trip is a genuine transit to another destination
Frequently asked questions
Nationals of the CA-4 countries (Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Honduras) and other visa-exempt nationalities generally do not need a transit visa. A transit visa applies only to nationalities that are not exempt; check your status with a Honduran consulate before travelling.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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