Honduras
Warnings and insurance
The US embassy have issued an advisory on 6 May that says:”Security Alert for U.S. Citizens: The U.S. Embassy has received information about a possible mass shooting threat today, May 6, and again on May 16 in Tegucigalpa. The locations mentioned as possible targets are Elliot Dover Christian School, the Government Civic Center, and an unidentified shopping mall. U.S. citizens are strongly advised to avoid these areas.”
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
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read about safety for solo and independent travel
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Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
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Warnings and insurance
The US embassy have issued an advisory on 6 May that says:”Security Alert for U.S. Citizens: The U.S. Embassy has received information about a possible mass shooting threat today, May 6, and again on May 16 in Tegucigalpa. The locations mentioned as possible targets are Elliot Dover Christian School, the Government Civic Center, and an unidentified shopping mall. U.S. citizens are strongly advised to avoid these areas.”
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
-
read about safety for solo and independent travel
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
About FCDO travel advice
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Update history
2025-05-20 09:42
Removal of information on US embassy advisory issued regarding potential mass shooting events in Tegucigalpa (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-05-07 00:29
Latest Update: information on US embassy advisory issued regarding potential mass shooting events in Tegucigalpa (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)
2024-12-05 12:06
Removal of information about Tropical Storm Sara (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2024-11-15 15:52
Information about Tropical Storm Sara (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)
2024-10-22 16:21
This travel advice was reviewed for style and accuracy and has additional information on visa requirements for cruise ship passengers (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2024-08-15 14:01
From August 2024, you must have a visa to visit Honduras(‘Entry requirements’ page).
2024-07-17 10:51
From 15 August British Nationals will require a visa to enter Honduras (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2024-07-12 21:38
As of 12 July 2024, British nationals require a visa to enter Honduras (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2024-07-05 11:37
Information about the immigration pre-check form being no longer required to enter or leave Honduras (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2024-04-12 11:38
Updated information on customs declaration form (‘ Entry requirements’ page).
2023-11-08 12:32
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
2023-10-30 16:01
Information on Tropical Storm Pilar (‘Summary’ page).
2023-06-22 11:19
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages.
2023-04-18 09:37
Updated information on completing the pre-clearance form to enter or exit Honduras; State of Exception that came into effect on 6 December 2022 extended for a further 45 days and new COVID-19 regulations; and editorial amendments(‘Summary’, ‘Coronavirus’, ‘Safety and security’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages).
2023-02-24 09:55
Updated information that on 20 February 2023 the government of Honduras extended again the State of Exception that went into effect on 6 December 2022 for a further 45 days (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).
2023-01-19 11:51
Addition of information that on 6 January 2023 the government of Honduras extended the State of Exception that went into effect on 6 December 2022 for a further 45 days; editorial changes.(‘Summary’, ‘Coronavirus’, ‘Safety and Security’ and ‘Entry Requirements’ pages).
2022-11-10 11:59
Removal of information about Tropical Storm Lisa (‘Summary’ and ‘Natural disasters’ pages).
2022-11-02 03:38
Addition of information regarding Tropical Storm Lisa (“Summary”, “Natural Disasters”)
2022-09-30 12:40
Updated information on Covid-19 restrictions(‘Coronavirus’ page).
2022-05-05 17:41
Updated information on entry requirements for Honduras (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2022-04-12 17:13
Updated information on requirement for British nationals to get their passports stamped on arrival in Honduras (‘Entry requirements’ page)