To obtain a residence permit in Honduras, you must provide the following documents:

• Documents on citizenship, passport, etc

• Birth Certificate

• Marriage information

• Proof of income

• Criminal background checks in every country you've ever lived in

• Health certificate from a hospital or clinic recognized by the Honduran government

• Information about real estate you own

• Passport size photo.

Once you have received your residence permit, you need to go to your local immigration office to apply for a residence card, which can take up to a month to obtain.

To apply for a card, you will need to provide:

• The original government-approved residence document

• Two more photos

• Proof of income, i.e. bank statement ( Constancia ) indicating a deposit of 1500 or 2500 euros per month, depending on the type of residence

• Proof that you have a Honduran bank account, which you will receive from your bank.

This must be repeated every year, showing proof of your own income. After 5 years, you can apply for a 5-year residence permit, and later – for permanent residence.

Residence permit through employment

Individuals can apply for this type of residence as an employee of a company, or as an entrepreneur or business owner. Entrepreneurs who want to become Honduran residents must first register a business in Honduras and then use that business to obtain a residence permit. Key employees can apply for a residence permit through their employer, but provide evidence of their unique professional qualifications. Certificates, licenses and/or diplomas may be used to satisfy employee claims.

Residence permit through family reunification

A person who is a relative of a Honduran citizen (parent or child) or a person who is married to a Honduran citizen can obtain a residence permit in Honduras.

Residence permit to stay as a tenant

Individuals can apply for residency in Honduras under the so-called " Rentista ", which requires proof of income (at least 2500 dollars) from income from investments such as rental property.

Residence permit in exchange for investment

To obtain this residence permit, the applicant must prove that their business or project is represented, or will be represented by an investment of at least 50000 American dollars.

Residence permit in Honduras as a pensioner

To apply for residency, you will need the following:

• Your passport, valid for at least one year from the date of your application.

• Your police record that demonstrates your good standing with the law.

• Health certificate (you can also get this certificate in Honduras).

• One photograph of the applicant measuring 6 cm by 6 cm.

• Documents related to the type of residence considered in the application.

• Other documents to obtain in Honduras, such as migration records.