Divorce certificate

If you are Honduran and have obtained a divorce in the United States, it is important that the divorce certificate is legally recognized in Honduras. To achieve this, you must follow a registration and validation process with the appropriate authorities.

Here, we will explain the requirements, costs, and processing times to obtain your divorce certificate. You will find a detailed step-by-step guide on how to complete the process, schedule a consular appointment, and prepare the required documents. Additionally, we will provide useful advice and frequently asked questions that will be of great help.

What is the Divorce Certificate?

The Divorce Certificate is an official document that certifies the legal dissolution of a marriage. For a divorce obtained abroad to be valid in Honduras, it must be registered with the National Registry of Persons (RNP) and recognized by the Supreme Court of Justice.

Scheduling a Consular Appointment for the Process

The divorce certificate process for Hondurans residing in the United States can be carried out at Honduran consulates. These consulates are distributed across various U.S. cities and facilitate consular procedures for Honduran citizens abroad.

Visiting the consulate requires an appointment in advance, which you can obtain by clicking the button below:

Cost of the Divorce Certificate

The procedure costs $25.00 USD at Honduran Consular Offices in the United States. This amount does not include additional costs associated with legalization and the judicial process in Honduras.

Payment Methods

• At Honduran Consulates in the United States: Only Money Order is accepted.
• At other Consulates: Payment must be made through bank windows.
• Cash payments are not accepted at any consular office.

Documents and Requirements

To process the Divorce Certificate for Hondurans in the USA, you must present the following original documents at the Honduran Consulate:

• Honduran identity card or valid Honduran passport of both divorced individuals.
• If one of the divorced individuals is a foreigner, they must present their valid passport.
• Original divorce certificate issued by the competent authority in the country where the divorce was granted.
• Payment of $25.00 USD for the certification of the divorce.
• If you cannot travel to Honduras, one or both divorced individuals must grant a Special Power of Attorney at the Consular Office so that a lawyer in Honduras can complete the process before the Supreme Court of Justice and the National Registry of Persons (RNP).
• If the divorce certificate is in a language other than Spanish, it must be officially translated before being submitted to the Supreme Court of Justice in Honduras.

All documents must be original. Additionally, the process in Honduras requires legal representation, so it is recommended to grant a Special Power of Attorney to a lawyer.

Steps to Register the Divorce in Honduras

Once the foreign divorce certificate has been obtained, the legalization and registration process in Honduras follows these steps:

Legalization at the Legalization Unit of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation

• The original documentation must be submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for validation.
• Processing cost: L.150.00
• Processing time: 1 day.
• A mediator is not required.

Submission of Documents to the Supreme Court of Justice of Honduras

• The Legal Representative must present the documents before the Family Court.
• The court will evaluate the documentation and issue a resolution for the recognition of the divorce.
• Once approved, the divorce can be registered with the National Registry of Persons (RNP).

Registration of the Divorce in the National Registry of Persons (RNP)

• The Supreme Court will send the approved resolution to the National Registry of Persons for formal registration.

Estimated processing time: Approximately 90 to 120 days.

Important Tips

The process of registering a divorce in Honduras from the U.S. requires several administrative and legal steps. However, by following these guidelines and meeting the requirements, you can obtain your divorce certificate without complications. Here are some important tips that will be very helpful:

• Ensure you present original documents, as copies are not accepted.
• Request the Special Power of Attorney at the Consulate in advance to avoid delays in the process.
• Consult with a lawyer in Honduras about additional costs and procedures to prevent any issues.
• Schedule your consular appointment in advance and prepare all the necessary documentation.
• Make your payment via Money Order, as cash is not accepted at U.S. Consular Offices.

Available Services at the Honduran Consulate

Below is a list of consular procedures that you can choose from at the Honduran Consulate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it mandatory to register the divorce in Honduras?

Yes, if you want your divorce to be legally valid in Honduras, you must register it with the National Registry of Persons (RNP).

Can I complete the process without traveling to Honduras?

Yes, you can grant a Special Power of Attorney at the Honduran Consulate in the U.S. so that a Legal Representative can complete the process in Honduras on your behalf.

How long does the process take?

The process can take between 90 and 120 days, depending on the Supreme Court of Justice and the National Registry of Persons.

What are the payment methods?

In the U.S., consulates only accept Money Orders. In other countries, payments must be made through bank windows. Cash is not accepted.

Can I register my divorce without my ex-spouse being present?

Yes, but you must present all the required documents and complete the legal procedures through a lawyer in Honduras.

What happens if my divorce certificate is in another language?

If the document is not in Spanish, it must be officially translated before being submitted.

Honduran Consulates in the USA

If you want to know about Honduran consulates in the United States, here they are. You will have the information for each one by simply clicking on it.