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Do UAE passport holders need a visa to visit HN?

Q: Is the 90 days only for Honduras?

No. Honduras belongs to the CA-4 agreement with Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua. The 90 days are cumulative across all four countries within a 180-day period, not 90 days each.

Q: Does Honduras require ETIAS or an eVisa?

No. Honduras is in Central America, not the Schengen area, so ETIAS does not apply, and there is no eVisa requirement for visa-free UAE travellers.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

At least 3 months is the formal requirement, but 6 months validity is strongly recommended to avoid issues with airlines or immigration.

Q: Can I extend my stay beyond 90 days?

Yes. You can apply for an extension at the Instituto Nacional de Migracion before your authorized stay expires; a small fee applies.

Q: Can I work in Honduras on a visa-free entry?

No. Visa-free entry is for tourism and short visits only. Employment requires the appropriate residence or work permit.

No visa needed — UAE passport holders enter Honduras visa-free for up to 90 days as tourists. United Arab Emirates ordinary passport holders can travel to Honduras visa-free for tourism and short visits. Honduras added the UAE to its visa-exemption list on 25 May 2018, granting a stay of up to 90 days. Important: Honduras is part of the CA-4 Central America Border Control Agreement with Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua, so the 90-day allowance is cumulative across all four CA-4 countries within a 180-day period, not 90 days per country. Honduras is not in the Schengen area, so ETIAS does not apply. Passports should be valid for at least three to six months, and travellers should hold a return or onward ticket plus proof of funds and accommodation. Extensions beyond 90 days require an application to Honduras immigration (Instituto Nacional de Migracion).

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free entry (tourist)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (cumulative within the CA-4 region)

per entry

Entries

Multiple within validity

from issue date

Visa fee

Free (no visa fee)

consular fee only

Processing time

On arrival

standard track

Validity

90 days per entry, subject to CA-4 180-day window

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your UAE passport is valid for at least 3 months (6 months recommended) beyond your planned departure from Honduras.

· 3-6 months· at entry

/02

Book return or onward travel

Hold a confirmed return or onward ticket. Airlines and immigration may verify your departure plans.

· return ticket· airline check

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of accommodation (hotel or host) and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.

· hotel booking· funds proof

/04

Arrive in Honduras

Present your passport at the port of entry (e.g. Toncontin/Tegucigalpa or San Pedro Sula airport). The free visa-free tourist stamp is issued on arrival.

· airport· free stamp

/05

Track the CA-4 window

Your 90 days are shared across Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua within a 180-day period. Count days across all four.

· CA-4 90/180

/06

Extend if needed

To stay beyond 90 days, apply for an extension at the Instituto Nacional de Migracion before your stamp expires.

· INM office· before expiry

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items

Personalized checklist

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UAE passport

Valid at least 3-6 months beyond departure

Return or onward ticket

Confirmed booking

Proof of accommodation

Hotel reservation or host address

Proof of funds

Sufficient for the planned stay

Travel insurance

Recommended, not mandatory

CA-4 day count

Track cumulative days across the four CA-4 countries

Yellow fever certificate

Only if arriving from a yellow-fever risk country

Onward itinerary

Useful to show purpose and length of visit

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa-free entryFreeNo visa fee for UAE passport holders

Airport entry/exit handlingUsually included in ticketAny service charges are normally part of airfare

Stay extension (optional)Approx. USD 20-30If applying to extend beyond 90 days at INM

Overstay fineApprox. USD 200 (varies)Charged if you exceed the authorized CA-4 stay

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Immigration on arrival

Minutes

Standard passport control at the Honduran port of entry; free tourist stamp issued.

Stay extension at INM

Same day to a few days

Only if extending beyond the initial 90-day CA-4 allowance.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Insufficient passport validity

A passport with under 3 months validity can be refused at check-in or arrival.

Medium

/02

No return or onward ticket

Airlines may deny boarding if you cannot show planned departure from the region.

Medium

/03

CA-4 days already used

Time already spent in Guatemala, El Salvador or Nicaragua counts against your 90 days.

Medium

/04

Insufficient proof of funds

Immigration may question entry if you cannot show means to support your stay.

Low

/05

Adverse immigration history

Prior overstays or violations in the CA-4 region can affect entry.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

United Arab Emirates to Honduras route verified

Confirmed visa-free entry of up to 90 days for UAE passport holders, in effect since the 25 May 2018 exemption, subject to the CA-4 cumulative stay rule. Honduras is not in Schengen, so ETIAS does not apply.

/09 — The questions