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Online Customs Declaration of Honduras

The Regional Traveler’s Sworn Declaration is a standardized form used in Honduras for the efficient management of international trade, tax collection, and the protection of the country’s security and welfare. The customs declaration ensures that Honduras complies with international trade regulations and standards, thus facilitating foreign trade and commercial relations with other countries.

We will explain here how to complete the form online before going to customs or once you are there, quickly and easily. You will see the procedure you need to follow and the reasons for the declaration for Honduran travelers. Additionally, we will explain under what circumstances you will have to declare your money and some procedures of interest, such as the passport. Finally, you will find all the Honduran consulates in the USA with available information for each one.

Process for Submitting a Customs Declaration

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To begin your customs declaration in Honduras, you will need to use your computer or cell phone with internet access and enter the system provided below:

Then, you will need to look for the online services option, and the fields to complete will appear.

Honduras Customs Form

You must complete the corresponding form at customs if you wish to travel. This document can be completed online from the comfort of your home, and to make it easier, we provide the following button:

Fill out all the required fields in the customs declaration form. This may include:

  • Details of the importer/exporter.
  • Detailed information about the goods (description, quantity, value, origin, etc.).
  • Details of the transport (type of transport, container number, etc.).

Customs Declaration Procedure

The process usually includes a few steps that you will need to complete. Below are the most important steps to assist you in the pre-check at Honduran customs:

  1. Document Preparation: Gather all necessary documents, such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, etc.
  2. Filling Out the Declaration Form: Complete the customs declaration form with detailed information about the goods.
  3. Submission and Filing: Submit the declaration, either online or on paper, to the customs authorities.
  4. Payment of Taxes and Duties: Pay the applicable taxes and duties.
  5. Inspection and Release: Customs authorities review the declaration and may conduct physical inspections before releasing the goods.

Reasons for Customs Declaration in Honduras

If you are wondering why you need to complete the form and undergo the pre-check required, below you will find the reasons for customs declaration in Honduras:

Control and Supervision of Goods

  • Trade Regulation: Helps customs authorities regulate and supervise the flow of goods entering and leaving the country, ensuring that trade laws and regulations are followed.
  • National Security: Allows the identification and control of goods that may pose risks to national security, such as weapons, drugs, and other prohibited or restricted items.

Tax Collection

  • Customs Taxes: Facilitates the collection of taxes and duties on imported goods, which is an important source of government revenue.
  • Goods Valuation: Through the declaration, the customs value of the goods is determined, which serves as the basis for calculating the applicable taxes.

Trade Statistics

  • Commercial Data: Provides essential data for the development of foreign trade statistics, helping the government understand import and export trends and volumes.
  • Economic Policy: These statistics are key to formulating economic and trade policies, as well as negotiating trade agreements.
  • Treaties and Agreements: Helps comply with the terms of international trade treaties and agreements.

Prevention of Smuggling and Fraud

  • Smuggling Detection: Helps detect and prevent smuggling and customs fraud, ensuring that all goods are declared and the corresponding taxes are paid.
  • Quality Control and Sanitary Standards: Ensures that imported products comply with quality, health, and phytosanitary standards, thus protecting public health and the environment.

Importance for Importers and Exporters

For importers and exporters, the customs declaration is essential to:

  • Avoid Penalties: Proper compliance with customs obligations helps avoid fines, penalties, and delays in the release of goods.
  • Financial Planning: Knowing customs and duty costs allows for better financial and pricing planning.
  • Operational Fluidity: Facilitates the logistics process and ensures smooth commercial operations.

Duty-Free Goods in Honduras Customs

If you want to know which goods can be brought in without paying taxes under the Honduran Expat regime, click the button below to find out:

Declaring Money at Honduran Customs

If a traveler declares cash, electronic wallets, securities, or negotiable instruments such as bearer traveler’s checks or any other immediately convertible instrument equal to or exceeding $10,000.00 (Ten Thousand Dollars) of the United States of America or its equivalent in local currency or any foreign currency, the Customs Authority will provide the DARA-002 Form Unique Sworn Declaration for International Transport of Cash or Securities exceeding $10,000.00 or its equivalent in any foreign currency for completion.

If no supporting documents are provided regarding the source of the reported funds or if there is doubt about them, the Police Authority or the Anti-Narcotics Directorate (DLCN) will be notified for appropriate actions in accordance with the law.

Consular Procedures You May Be Interested In

Honduran Consulates in the United States

If you want to know about other consulates available for Hondurans in the USA, here they are: