HONDURAS 

PROHIBITED AND RESTRICTED GOODS

IMPORTS: Weapons, drugs, explosives, pornographic and subversive films and literature. Sporting firearms and ammunition may be imported with a special permit from the Secretary of Defence and the Treasure Department. 
EXPORTS: Legitimate archaeological or colonial relics, precious and semi-precious stones, metals and wood in its natural state. 

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS 

HOUSEHOLD GOODS

Diplomatic personnel, members of international organisations and Hondurans returning after 12 months abroad are eligible to a free import permit or Franchise (Dispensa). This franchise must be secured by client, through a lawyer after arrival, but shipment may be held at customs or S.l.T. in bond, with extra charge. If no franchise or resident permit is available, client will have to secure at customs a very high guarantee, as all articles would be assessed. A customs inspection is mandatory and is usually performed at customs site; however, it may also take place at client's residence for his/her convenience or at agent's warehouse for an extra fee.  (Please contact your T.I.M.N. agent for details).

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Bill of Lading/AWB
• Valid passport of the owner
• Inventory list in Spanish (no other language accepted), three copies.

VEHICLES

New or used vehicles are heavily taxed and are duty free for diplomats and members of international organisations only.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Original title of ownership
• Original purchase invoice
• OBL, and client's personal documents

LIVE ANIMALS AND PLANTS

May be imported into the country.  A health or quarantine certificate is required.

Please note: Clients should mail all necessary instructions and documents at least two weeks in advance to the T.I.M.N. agent to secure a rapid customs clearance, otherwise extra charges and demurrage may incur.

Important: This information is intended for general guidance and all T.I.M.N. members are entitled to reproduce this information and any contributions are welcomed.  T.I.M.N. cannot however take responsibility for any errors or omissions or for any loss or damage that may occur from its use.  As such it is advisable to contact the nearest customs office for Republic of Honduras for full and current information prior to importation.