Honduras
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Country Name |
Honduras |
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Official Country Name |
República de Honduras |
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Assessment Details |
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From |
01 01 2021 |
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To |
01 08 2023 |
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Name of Assessor |
Tania Ochoa |
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Title and Position |
Oficial de Preparación Logística |
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Contact |
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Honduras (English)
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Country Name |
Honduras |
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Official Country Name |
Honduras |
Table of Contents
Honduras - 1 Country Profile
Generic Information
Honduras occupies a privileged geographical place in the American continent. Located in the heart of Central America, it has access to the Atlantic and Pacific oceans; it has land boundaries with three countries and maritime boundaries with nine; It is essentially mountainous and has an extensive area covered with forests. In its territory lives a population that is the product of miscegenation, of which 8% is made up of indigenous and black people, which makes it multiethnic, multicultural and multilingual (1).
Form of State: Presidential republic with Single-chamber parliament.
Administrative division: Honduras is divided administratively into 18 Departments: Atlántida, Choluteca, Colón, Comayagua, Copán, Cortés, El Paraíso, Francisco Morazán, Gracias a Dios, Intibucá, Isla de la Bahía, La Paz, Lempira, Ocotepeque, Olancho, Santa Bárbara, Valle, and Yoro
Area: 112,492 km2
Limits: Located in the center of the Central American isthmus, it limits to the west with Guatemala (340 km) and El Salvador (356.5 km), to the north with the Caribbean Sea (650 km), to the east with Nicaragua (575 km) and to the south with the Pacific Ocean (65 km).
Capital: Tegucigalpa MDC: 1,293,611 inhabitants (2). Together with the ancient city of Comayagüela, it forms the Central District. It is in the center of the country and is the second most populous city in the Central American isthmus after Guatemala City.
Other cities: San Pedro Sula (812,689 inhabitants); Choloma (282,684); Danli (226,042); La Ceiba (225,606); Progress (201,508); Villanueva (181,792); Comayagua (176,218); Choluteca (171,016); Juticalpa (145,213); and Puerto Cortés (138,151).
Official language: Spanish. In the Bay Islands the use of English is widespread for historical reasons.
More general information can be found in regularly reviewed sources that indicate current facts and figures. For an overview of the country, please refer to the following sources:
Wikipedia Country Information: https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honduras
IMF Country Information: https://www.imf.org/en/Countries/HND
Economist Intelligence Unit Information: http://country.eiu.com/honduras
(*Note – This is a paid service)
Humanitarian Information
World Food Programme Information: https://www.wfp.org/countries/honduras
UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Information: https://www.unocha.org/latin-america-and-caribbean-rolac/honduras
Facts and Figures
Wolfram Alpha Information: https://www.wolframalpha.com/input?i=Honduras
World Bank Information: https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/honduras
Population Information: https://worldpopulationreview.com/countries/honduras-population
Honduras - 1.1 Humanitarian Background
Disasters, Conflicts and Migration
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Natural Disasters |
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Type |
Occurs |
Comments / Details |
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Drought |
Yes |
In recent years (2014-2019), the increasing trends of longer droughts in certain areas of the country, related to the weather phenomenon of El Nino and increasingly heavy rains from depressions or tropical storms elsewhere, have had a devastating effect and incurred high costs.
Probability of Drought:
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Earthquakes |
Yes |
Northern Central America (NCA) is the area with the highest risk of disasters in Central America, being one of the areas most affected by extreme geo-climatic events such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and droughts. Honduras, being in the Ring of Fire zone, is prone to earthquakes, however, these are not frequent or of great magnitude.
Earthquake Probability
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Epidemics |
Yes |
Floods or storms produce increases in epidemics, with a boom in cases of diarrhea, respiratory diseases (ARI) and all those associated with the Aedes Aegypti mosquito. For example, after Mitch, cases of diarrhea increased by 20%. |
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Extreme Temperatures |
No |
The historical average temperature of the country is located at 25.3 ºC, and an increase of half a degree is forecast in the coming years, although with variations between the different regions of the country. In this way, while in the regions of Choluteca and Valle the maximum temperature reaches 30 degrees, in the peak of Celaque the minimum recorded is 12 ° C.251 Up to 600 meters high the average temperature is around 26 ° C, as in the lowlands of the Caribbean Sea. At altitude between 601 and 2,100 m the recorded temperature ranges between 16 and 24 °C, while above 2,101 m the average temperature is 16 ° C. In the Pacific, the department of Choluteca is characterized by a dry climate with average annual temperatures of 28 ° C. |
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Floods |
Yes |
The Honduran territory is especially vulnerable to tropical cyclones and hurricanes, whose number has increased in the last decade, especially between the months of June and November. The country suffers a hurricane every 25 to 30 years, while storms are more frequent: one every three to five years (especially in the period between September and October). The tropical storms and cyclones that affect Honduras originate predominantly in the Atlantic Ocean, north and east of the country. According to IISD (2013), the cyclone season runs from June to November, although some cyclones of great intensity have been recorded in the month of May.
Flood Probability:
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Insect Infestation |
Yes |
Temperatures have risen 2°C in the last ten years," leading to shrinking harvests, increased deforestation, and increased pests and epidemics. During 2014, the Institute of Forest Sciences detected 7,528 weevil attacks, mostly in the departments of Olancho, Yoro and Francisco Morazán, for a total of 15,242 ha and 217,573 m3 of pine wood. Locusts are a threat to crops in the country and these tend to proliferate when temperatures rise. However, ARSA together with SENASA undertake early actions to control the pest. |
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Mudslides |
Yes |
For FAO (2012), deforestation causes erosion and soil degradation, which affect increased floods, landslides, sedimentation of rivers, loss of water sources and disappearance of rivers for several months a year. La Paz is the Honduran department most threatened by landslides, with 20.22% of its territory. In Intibucá, 20.13% of the department is threatened by landslides, followed by Lempira (19.98%) and Comayagua (18.87%). |
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Volcanic Eruptions |
No |
In the Honduran territory no active volcanoes have been located (only 4 holocene volcanoes), which are El Tigre, Zacate Grande, Lake Yojoa, and Isla Útila in an inactive state; of which the date of its last eruption is unknown (Trombley, 2008). |
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High Waves / Surges |
Yes |
Storm surges are more frequent on the Pacific coast than in the Caribbean Sea. It is a phenomenon associated with abnormal waves in the central Pacific, with almost annual frequency. 5.1% of the national territory presents a high threat to tides and swells, concentrated in five of the eighteen departments. The department most affected by tides and tides is the Bay Islands, where 43.66% of the area is at risk, followed by Valle (28.82%), Gracias a Dios (13.75%) and Choluteca (8.45%). |
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Wildfires |
Yes |
Forest fires are recurrent in Honduras and are a threat that increases in periods of drought, whose increase can lead, to which also contributes the decreasing forest density of the country, which would produce a vicious circle between drought and forest fires. Along with drought, high temperatures and strong winds are the main natural causes of forest fires in the country (ISDR, 2014). However, of forest fires are caused by human activities: in 2014, 72% of forest fires were by criminal hands, and 12% by agricultural burning. |
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High Winds |
N/A |
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Other Comments |
Countries like Honduras have less economic diversification and are more dependent on agriculture, and their lower income and savings, as well as poor education and health, make households vulnerable to the effects of climate change. |
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Man-Made Issues |
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Civil Strife |
No |
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International Conflict |
Yes |
The Gulf of Fonseca has historically been a source of conflict between El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua. And despite its beauty and an illustrious past, it is also one of the poorest areas of Central America. The main problem is the lack of delimitation of the waters, although the first attempt in this direction was made in 1880 and it was in 1917 when the Central American Court of Justice expressed itself for the first time in the matter. And the matter also went to be considered by the same International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague after El Salvador and Honduras appealed to the court to settle a dispute over an island of half a square kilometer called Conejo. In its 1992 resolution, the ICJ determined that both states had exclusive sovereignty over a strip of three miles from their coast but assigned the administration of the rest of the waters of the gulf to the three countries that share it. And the lack of precise delimitation has continued to generate conflicts, with the military shooting at fishermen they accuse of fishing in foreign waters and presidents threatened with the use of air power to defend their sovereignty. |
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Internally Displaced Persons |
Yes |
Widespread violence is the leading cause of internal displacement in Honduras. The presence of groups linked to criminal activities, organized in maras or gangs, as well as the territorial dispute of gangs dedicated to drug trafficking, are the main engines of this violence. The country's two main cities: Tegucigalpa, the capital, and San Pedro Sula, an industrial city, have figured in recent years at the top of the list of the most violent cities in the world, with homicide rates ranging between 40 and 55, respectively, per 100,000 inhabitants. Since 2013, the Government of Honduras has recognized the problem of forced displacement due to violence in the country. To address its impact, it created the Inter-Institutional Commission for the Protection of Persons Displaced by Violence (CIPPDV), whose objective is to "promote the formulation of policies and the adoption of measures for the prevention of forced displacement due to violence, as well as care, protection and solutions for displaced persons and their families." |
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Refugees Present |
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The urgent humanitarian needs of displaced persons, refugees and migrants arriving, transiting or returning to the region exacerbate existing challenges and exacerbate gaps in governance and crisis response and in access to basic services for migrants. 701,000 encounters in 2021 between the U.S. Border Patrol and migrants in transit originating from northern Central America. 795,000 people returned between 2017 and 2021 of which 39.68% come from Honduras. 740,000 asylum applications between 2019 and 2021 in the US and Mexico from people from northern Central America. |
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Landmines / UXO Presence |
Yes |
This was generated as a result of the cold war (80's): - Laying of A/P mines, in border areas: Honduras and Nicaragua. - Loss of life and persons crippled were recorded. - Crop areas affected by the effect of mines. - Negative effects on the regional economy. |
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Other Comments |
Honduras is in a complex humanitarian crisis, the root causes of which relate to systemic poverty, deep socioeconomic and gender inequality, persistent violence, the challenges posed by mixed migration flows, forced displacement within and from Honduras, and limited state capacity to respond to the protection challenges faced by the population. This context is marked by the deepening COVID-19 pandemic and climate shocks, including hurricanes Eta and Iota. |
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For more information on disasters in the country, please refer to the Search Center in Epidemiology and Disasters:
http://www.sela.org/media/3220400/ocha-desastres_naturales.pdf
Seasonal Effects on Logistics Capacities
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Seasonal Effects on Transport |
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Transport Type |
Time Frame |
Comments / Details |
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Primary Transport Network |
From May to November |
High vulnerability of the network to natural phenomena (climatic, geological, others) does not guarantee continuity of travel in winter season (eg: transport of wood from the exploitation areas to the sawmills). During the rainy season, floods and landslides occur, which generate closures in the roads due in many cases to the poor infrastructure of these. |
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Secondary Transport Network |
From May to November |
Like the previous point, secondary roads are affected by floods and landslides, but to a greater degree. |
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Rail transport |
N/A |
N/A |
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Air transport |
From May to November |
The temporary closure of airports is forced when bad weather limits the visibility required for the departure of planes, especially in the northern part of the country. This occurs regularly in the rainy season. |
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River Transport |
From December to April |
The main means of communication between communities is fluvial, people move through rivers, lagoons and canals that connect with each other, specifically in the Municipalities of Gracias a Dios; Brus Laguna, Ahuas, Wampusirpi and Juan Francisco Bulnes. The duration of the trips can change in summer since it will depend on the seasonality of the river and can vary by the amount of water that the river has from four to seven hours when its waters are very low. |
Infrastructure, both public and private, is of fundamental importance for social and economic development in Honduras, as well as for its structuring and integration. It is key to natural emergencies and a rapid and effective response to disasters depends on its quality. Of particular importance are land, air and sea transport, telecommunications and energy.
The country has a road network of 14,420 km, of which 3,280 are paved roads, 2,670 km are considered secondary roads built with selected material, and 8,300 are neighborhood roads according to an analysis by UNDP and SERNA.
The construction and maintenance of infrastructure must contemplate the effects of climate change, with the aim of reducing its impact and extending the useful life of the works, especially those that are most used. It is estimated that the useful life of infrastructure and urban constructions is 70 years, since it is very likely that the existing infrastructure will have to operate in different climatic conditions in the coming decades.
Road networks and energy facilities, ports and airports generate economic competitiveness and attract new investment: businesses and distribution networks depend on infrastructure to be able to produce and distribute goods, both in local and global markets. When damaged, companies incur losses, reduce their production and processing capacity, which often leads to mass layoffs of workers.
In Honduras, road infrastructure is practically non-existent in rural areas, especially on the Caribbean Coast. In many places, roads are not paved and are only passable in the dry period. Instead, a part of the road network is in danger of flooding: the roads with the greatest risk are in the plain of the rivers in the Aguan Valley, the Atlantic coastal plain, the Sula Valley, the Choluteca Valley and the Pacific coastal plains.
According to different analyses, in the coming years greater investment in infrastructure will be required than has been made at any time in the past, due to the actions of climate change.
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Seasonal Effects on Storage and Handling |
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Activity Type |
Time Frame |
Comments / Details |
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Storage |
From May to November |
Moisture and spread of pests in food. |
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Handling |
N/A |
N/A |
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Other |
N/A |
N/A |
Capacity and Contacts for In-Country Emergency Response
GOVERNMENT
The Ministry of National Contingency and Risk Management of Honduras, is an entity created to coordinate public and private organizations regarding disasters and is within the framework of the National Risk Management System of the Republic of Honduras.
In 2009, Decree No. 151-2009 approved the Law on the National Risk Management System (SINAGER). That aims to create the System and constitute the legal framework for the country to develop the capacity to prevent and reduce the risks of potential disasters, in addition to preparing for the response and recovery of damages caused by natural phenomena or those generated by human activities. Both the Law and the Regulations provide for the participation of representatives of various institutions and public and private organizations that, in collaboration and under the coordination of COPECO, are actively involved at the time of emergency response, developing their functions in the competent aspects of the organization they represent. The State Policy for Integral Risk Management of Honduras (PEGIR), approved by Executive Decree NoPCM-051-2013 on October 22, 2013, constitutes the guiding framework. The PEGIR is aimed at conducting the development of processes of strengthening and inter-institutional coordination that contribute to the operation and quality in compliance with the regulatory, financial, plans, national, regional, municipal strategies mediated by the integral risk management that includes the various sectors and at the territorial level, so that they impact these actions in the reduction of conditions of vulnerability for human security. goods and the territorial environment. Similarly, the organizations that are part of the System have in their different legal instruments specific provisions regarding their participation in the response to emergencies and disasters.
There is an early warning system that allows the population to be informed in a timely manner, using mechanisms that activate prevention and response plans.
The National Commissioner of the Ministry of National Contingency and Risk Management of Honduras "COPECO" will declare the states of alert (national, regional and departmental) by means of an agreement, with the support of the information generated by a Scientific Technical Committee (in the case of natural phenomena) and will be disseminated with the purpose that the population and the institutions adopt the specific actions before the situation that arises. present.
COEN Functional Organization Chart
Decision-making at the National Emergency Operations Center is based on:
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List
HUMANITARIAN COMMUNITY
Humanitarian coordination in Honduras has been established in accordance with the operational model proposed by the United Nations System as of December 3, 2020.
It is composed of the different actors with a presence in the country and includes, at the strategic and operational levels, the Humanitarian Team, the national authorities represented by COPECO, the sectoral tables established or to be established. These include Education in Emergencies, Food Security, Health, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Temporary Shelter, Shelter Coordination and Management, and Protection, which in turn includes the Child Protection and Gender-Based Sexual Violence subgroups.
Its structure includes the cross-cutting issues of gender, human rights, and cash transfers. Additionally, local coordination teams in Valle de Sula, Copan, Gracias a Dios and Santa Bárbara.
National Coordination Structure
Sectors have designated focal points to facilitate coordination at the national level.
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Sector |
Organization |
Focus |
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Water, Sanitation and Hygiene |
UNICEF |
Gerson Urtecho gurtecho@unicef.org |
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Emergency Accommodation |
IFRC |
Lilia Blades coord1.honduras@sheltercluster.org - coord.americas@sheltercluster.org |
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Shelter Coordination and Management |
IOM |
Lourdes Ardón lardon@iom.int |
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Multisectoral Coordination |
OCHA |
Erlin Palma palmae@un.org |
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Education |
UNICEF/Save the Children |
Alejandro López alejandro.lopezsalgado@savethechildren.org |
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Logistics |
LDC |
Tania Ochoa tania.ochoa@wfp.org |
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Protection |
UNHCR |
Lina Castro castrovi@unhcr.org |
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Child Protection |
UNICEF |
Francisco Urbina furbina@unicef.org |
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Gender-based violence |
UNFPA |
Ambar Assaf assaf@unfpa.org |
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Bless you |
OPS-OMS |
Alex Padilla padillaale@paho.org |
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Sexual and Reproductive Health |
UNFPA |
Silvia Padilla spadilla@unfpa.org |
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Food safety |
WFP-FAO |
Hector Cruz hector.cruz@wfp.org |
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Nutrition |
UNICEF |
Cintia Paguada cpaguada@unicef.org |
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Early Recovery |
UNDP |
Astrid Mejia astrid.mejia@undp.org |
Coordination structure in Valle de Sula
Sectors have designated focal points to facilitate coordination at the national level.
For the Sula Valley this is the list of responsible:
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Organization |
Focus |
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Bless you |
PAHO-WHO |
TBD |
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Sexual and Reproductive Health |
UNFPA |
Jose Zepeda jzepeda@unfpa.org |
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Food safety |
WFP-FAO |
TBD |
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Water, sanitation and hygiene |
UNICEF |
Gerson Urtecho gurtecho@unicef.org |
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Protection |
UNHCR |
Jacopo Sarti Widell sarti@unhcr.org |
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Gender-based violence |
UNFPA |
TBC |
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Child Protection |
UNICEF |
TBD |
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Shelter coordination and management |
OIM |
Carlos Galindo cgalindo@iom.int |
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Education |
UNICEF |
Ever Alvarenga ever.alvarenga@savethechildren.org |
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Emergency accommodation |
IFRC / Global Communities |
coord1.honduras@sheltercluster.org - Lilia Blades coord.americas@sheltercluster.org |
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Multisectoral Coordination |
OCHA |
Maria Puerto / Erlin Palma palmae@un.org |
Local Coordination Contacts in Santa Barbara
Jose Luis Pineda, COPECO, 99267484 josepinal1986@gmail.com
Alex Dario Ribera, ADASBA, 99341395 adasbalex@gmail.com
Elsa Lourdes Díaz, Executive Director of ADASBA. Phone: 3161-2671 adasba.honduras@gmail.com
For more information on humanitarian agency contact details, please see the following link: 4.2 Humanitarian Agency Contact List
Honduras - 1.2 Regulatory Departments and Quality Control
Honduras is a State governed by the rule of law, sovereign, constituted as a free, democratic and independent Republic to ensure its inhabitants the enjoyment of justice, freedom, culture, economic and social well-being.
Honduras is a Republic governed by a Constitution for the first time on December 11,1825, this establishes the "three powers" of the State, without relationship of subordination between them.
The Legislative Power is exercised by the National Congress through 128 deputies who are elected by suffrage. They meet in ordinary sessions in the capital of the republic since January 25. Among its attributions are create, decree, interpret, reform and repeal existing laws.
The Judicial Power has the power to impart justice in the towns, free of charge on behalf of the state by magistrate and judges. It is composed of the Supreme Court of Justice, the courts of appeal and the courts by law.
The Executive Power is exercised by the President of the Republic, representing it for the benefit of the population. The President of the Republic and three presidential appointees shall be elected in an organized and direct manner by the people.
RENTAL ADMINISTRATION SERVICE - SAR
It is a decentralized entity attached to the Presidency of the Republic, with functional, technical, administrative and national security autonomy, with its own legal personality, responsible for the control, verification, inspection and collection of taxes, with authority and competence at the national level and domiciled in the Capital of the Republic. Created by legislative decree 170-2016, article 195.
SECRETARY OF FINANCE - SEFIN
It exercises the function of governing and supervising entity of the assets of the State, in terms of the acts of acquisition, disposal, conservation, registration and control of all its assets, in correspondence and collaboration with the Comptroller Agencies of the Public Sector, for the achievement of the adequate and efficient administration.
Listed below are the main entities that exercise control over specific issues such as taxes and customs, food and drug surveillance, transportation, agriculture, mining, etc.
SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK – SAG
It is the authorized body, for the quality control of the product of animal or vegetable origin and who establishes the requirements in the process of export and import of products.
Its objective is to ensure that national agricultural production is competitive, sustainable and with the capacity to insert itself into the international economy, responding to the needs of the domestic market and integrating into a scheme of human, social and environmental development, based on self-management, community participation, the gender equity approach and the sustainable management of natural resources.
HONDURAS CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION - DARA
It is the competent administrative body to deal directly with the international traffic of goods, to control and control their passage through the customs borders of the country, to apply the legislation of customs regimes, to determine the taxes to which goods are subject, to control the exemptions granted in legal form and to fulfill the other functions established by law. Chapter I, Customs Law of the Republic of Honduras Decree No. 212-87.
HEALTH REGULATORY AGENCY - ARSA
It is responsible for the supervision, review, verification, control, surveillance and supervision of compliance with legal, technical and administrative regulations of establishments, suppliers, products and services of health interest and those that carry out activities or practice behaviors that affect or may have an impact on the Health of the Population, and the regulation, granting, renewal, modification, suspension or cancellation of registrations, permits, licenses, certifications and other sanitary authorizations.
NATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICE - SENASA
Responsible for the design, direction, coordination and execution of animal health and plant health programs, issuing rules to guide public and private actions in these matters. To this end, it is responsible for the application of sanitary standards and procedures for the import and export of agricultural products, including the diagnosis and epidemiological surveillance of pests and diseases, the quarantine control of import and export products, the coordination of phyto-animal health programs and campaigns, and the coordination of the different activities related to agricultural health.
The Secretariat of Agriculture and Livestock SAG, through SENASA, is responsible for the organization, execution and control of the authorization of professionals, laboratories, companies for sanitary and phytosanitary programs or actions in the country.
INTERNATIONAL REGIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR AGRICULTURAL HEALTH - OIRSA
It is an intergovernmental institution specialized in the areas of animal health, plant health, quarantine services and food safety. OIRSA was founded in 1953 to provide technical and financial cooperation to the Ministries and Secretariats of Agriculture and Livestock of its member states, in the protection and development of their agricultural resources. This is to ensure healthy and safe food production.
The objective of this body is to support the efforts of Member States to achieve the development of their Animal Health, Plant Health plans and the strengthening of Quarantine Systems. The member states are: Mexico, Belize (joined in 1996), Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama and Dominican Republic (joined in 2003).
Honduras - 1.3 Customs Information
Tariffs and Tax Exceptions
Emergency Response:
The Governments of the Republics of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua signed the Protocol by which they adopted the Central American Uniform Customs Code
called CAUCA; The purpose of this Central American Uniform Customs Code is to establish the basic customs legislation of the signatory countries in accordance with the requirements of the Central American Common Market and regional integration instruments.
When relief shipments arrive consigned to entities of social interest, charities, non-governmental organizations, associations or foundations of public interest, entry will be authorized as long as the transport documents are endorsed to the government entity in charge of channeling the aid (COPECO). The clearance of relief shipments must be granted regardless of the country of origin, provenance or destination of the goods (PROCEDURE FOR RELIEF AND EMERGENCY SHIPMENTS NAC10NALES DARA-DPA-NPA-001, Administrative Provision No. CUSTOMS‐DNOA‐039‐2020, CUSTOMS-GNNTA-DPA-SNPA-SPO-013 Administrative Provision CUSTOMS‐DNOA‐150-2020).
Decrees issued for emergency care:
• Article 245, paragraph 11, of the Constitution of the Republic of Honduras.
• Decree 170-2016 Tax Code.
• Decree 32-2011 Special Law of Promotion for Non-Governmental Organizations of Development;
• Decree 278-2013 Law on the Regulation of Public Finances, Control of Exonerations and Measures Anti-evasion.
• Decree 147-2020 Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in Case of Disaster and Initial Recovery
• Articles 116 and 118, paragraph 2, of the General Law on Public Administration;
• PCM-051-2013 State Policy for the INTEGRAL RISK Management of Honduras;
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Agreements / Conventions Description |
Ratified by the country (Yes / No) |
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WCO (World Customs Organization member) |
Yes, 6 October 2005 https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/ADHESION-A-LA-OMA-.pdf |
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Annex J-5 Kyoto Convention ratified |
Yes |
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OCHA Model Agreement |
Humanitarian Response Plan in Honduras - August 2021 – December 2022 |
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Tempere Convention (on the Provision of Telecommunication Resources for Disaster Mitigation and Relief Operations) |
Yes, Honduras signed on February 25, 1999, but did not ratify. https://treaties.un.org/pages/ViewDetails.aspx?src=TREATY&mtdsg_no=XXV-4&chapter=25 |
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Regional agreements (on emergency/disaster response, but also customs unions, regional integration) |
Yes, COMIECO-EX agreements #386-2017 were signed by the Council of Ministers of Economic Integration (Honduras, Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Panama). 27 July 2017. |
Regular Exemption Regime (response in case of Non-emergency):
It is important to emphasize that there are several tax exemptions to which Honduran taxpayers may adhere. To enjoy this exemption benefit, all administrative procedures must be carried out before the General Directorate of Control of Customs Franchises (DGCFA). The first step to enjoy an exoneration in Honduras is to register in the Registry of Exonerations through the Administrative Platform of the Module of Exonerations of Honduras (PAMEH), The PAMEH was created as a tool to centralize the control of authorized exonerations and know the register of beneficiaries. This electronic tool speeds up the creation of requests for exemptions, so that the information entered for the first time will remain in its database, to facilitate the entry of the next application that each beneficiary makes.
Therefore, if an organization develops a professional, business activity or its commercial item enjoys being a beneficiary of tax exemption, they will have to carry out this prior registration procedure to enjoy the tax benefit.
By fulfilling a series of requirements established by the Law, all those societies, civil associations, foundations or non-profit organizations that enjoy a tax exemption, will obtain their Certificate of Registration of Exempt Persons. This Registry of Exonerated Persons is valid for one (1) year. Therefore, they must be renewing their certificate of exemption annually, to continue enjoying the benefit of tax exemption.
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Organizational Requirements for Obtaining Tax-Free Status |
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United Nations Agencies |
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All UN Agencies in the country are exempt from all import duties and taxes. |
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Non-Governmental Organizations |
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All NGOs in the country are exempt from all import duties and taxes. |
Application Procedure for Exemption Certification
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Application Procedure for Exemption from Duties and Taxes |
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General |
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1. Excitative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to this Secretariat of Finance, which must contain:
2. Request addressed by the Diplomatic Headquarters to the Secretariat of State in the Office of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. 3. Proof of Accreditation, issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs 4. Order in original and 2 copies on letterhead of the institution, signed and stamped by the Legal Representative 5. Proforma invoice and 2 copies |
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Process to follow |
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1. Application addressed to the Secretary of State in the Office of Finance, which must be presented at the window of the Assistant Secretary General attached to the General Directorate of Control of Customs Franchises, it shall: -Sum that indicates content or the procedure it deals with -Name and surname, marital status, profession or trade and domicile of the beneficiary or your representative, in which case you must present the document proving your representation -Name and surname, marital status, Lawyer or Lawyer, cell phone, landline and email18, address, valid card issued by the Honduran Bar Association, RTN -Express the facts and reasons on which the request is based -Legal Basis -Clear expression of what is requested, -Signature and Seal of the Legal Representative. 2. National Tax Registry (Numerical RTN) of the beneficiary. 3. Official Receipt of Payment (T.G.R.-1) L. 400.00 4. Legal personality published in the Official Journal La Gaceta 5. Breakdown of the income account, signed by a Chartered Public Accountant 6. Duly authenticated affidavit of the applicant stating that all funds will be allocated to charitable works, such as health, education, housing and employment generation indicating the places where they are executing their projects. 7. Proof of Bank where they keep their funds, with amounts 8. Financial Statements of the last three (3) years to the requested period, original, signed, stamped and stamped by a Chartered Public Accountant. 9. Bank Certificate of the Financial Institution in which the applicant keeps his funds which reflects the amount of the account whether lempiras, dollars or euros. 10. Prove the origin of the funds, accompanying the respective donation agreements, cooperation agreements, service contracts, etc. 11. Accompany the List of Projects to be executed and / or in execution with their respective assigned amounts. 12. Updated certificate, issued by the Unit for Registration and Monitoring of Civil Associations (URSAC) of the Secretariat of State in the Offices of Human Rights, Governance, Justice and Decentralization where it is accredited - That it is duly registered and in operation -Board 13. Current Certificate of Solvency issued by the Executive Directorate of Revenue 14. Comparative Table of Income with Expenses for the last three (3) years to the requested period. 15. Detail of the administrative expense signed and stamped by the accountant 16. Conformation and accounting support of the accounts of origin of the funds. 17. Accounting item of the effect on the financial statements for the return generated in the year prior to the requested period or the reinvestment thereof, as well as the Transfer to the heritage. 18. In the case of organizations requesting exemption from Net Assets, a description of the asset acquired in the year requesting exemption must be attached.
OPINION: The Executive Directorate of Revenue is sent to qualify its non-profit activities in accordance with article 5 numeral 12 of Decree 278-2013. |
Exemption Certificate Document Requirements
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Taxes and Exemption Certificate Document Requirements (by product) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Food |
NFI (Tents, WASH, Education) |
Medicines |
Vehicles & Auto Parts |
Office Staff & Supplies |
Telecommunications Equipment |
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Invoice |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
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AWB / BL / Other transport documents |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
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Donation / Non-Commercial Certificates |
Yes, 1 copy, include CIF value in USD of the merchandise, applies to UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, include CIF value in USD of the merchandise, applies to UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, include CIF value in USD of the merchandise, applies to UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, include CIF value in USD of the merchandise, applies to UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, include CIF value in USD of the merchandise, applies to UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, include CIF value in USD of the merchandise, applies to UN and NGOs |
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Packing List |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 1 copy, applies to the UN and NGOs |
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Other Documents |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, Phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, Phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, Phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, Phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, Phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, Phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
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Additional Notes |
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Customs clearance
Overview
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Customs Information |
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|---|---|
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Required Documents |
Organizations sending goods to Honduras must take into account the expiration date restrictions on food and medicines and state them in the document. |
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Embargoes |
None |
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Prohibited Goods |
Weapons, jewelry, artwork, pornography. Everything related to humanitarian aid is permitted. |
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General Restrictions |
Food shipments (grains) without phytosanitary certification indicating that the food is free of the KAPRA Pest. |
Documents Required for Customs Clearance
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Customs clearance document requirements (by product) |
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Foods |
NFI (Tents, WASH, Education) |
Medicines |
Vehicles & Auto Parts |
Office Staff & Supplies |
Telecommunications Equipment |
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D&T Exemption Certificate |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
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Commercial Invoice |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
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AWB / BL / Other transport documents |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
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Donation / Non-Commercial Certificates |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
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Packing List |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
Yes, 2 originals and 2 copies, applies to the UN and NGOs |
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Phytosanitary certificate |
Yes, 1 original and 3 copies |
Yes, 1 original and 3 copies |
Yes, 1 original and 3 copies |
Yes, 1 original and 3 copies |
Yes, 1 original and 3 copies |
Yes, 1 original and 3 copies |
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Other documents |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
RTN, agreement between the Government and the UN, all cargo documents, phytosanitary certificate, both for the country of origin and for the country of destination. |
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Additional Notes |
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NA |
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Customs Transit Procedure
All goods in transit are declared at the point of import and will travel under "bond" where customs will evaluate and unload the documentation and at the point of exit from Honduras.
Transit Regime for Central America:
(a) The Central American Uniform Customs Code (CAUCA)
(b) the Regulations of the Central American Uniform Customs Code (RECAUCA);
(c) Official Journal La Gaceta
Honduras - 2 Logistics Infrastructure
The Central American region implements regional integration strategies with the aim of promoting an offer of logistics services that position it as a world-class logistics HUB by 2030. Along with this objective, Honduras has proposed a strategic plan to become the Logistics Center of the Americas.
In this sense, it has developed air, maritime and reconstruction projects for different roads, which have positioned the country among the first three nations with the highest investment in road infrastructure. They are also currently working on the construction of nine logistics corridors that have been improving connectivity throughout the country, and with the rest of Central America.
According to the World Bank's Logistics Development Index (2018), Honduras went from ranking 112 with a score of 2.46 in 2016 to ranking 93 with a score of 2.6, improving 19 positions.
In addition, the World Economic Forum (WEF) positions Honduras among the first three Central American countries with the highest investment in road infrastructure and second in the construction of maritime projects.
Maritime infrastructure is fundamental to Honduras' competitiveness as it is a gateway to trade and drives tourism development.
On the Atlantic coast are Puerto Cortés, Puerto Castilla, La Ceiba, Roatan and Tela; In the Pacific Ocean we find the ports of Amapala and Henecán/San Lorenzo.
Puerto Cortés is the most important port in the country, with a natural deep-water port and significant certifications, it is a leader in port services in Central America. Ninety percent of Honduras' international maritime transit transits through Puerto Cortés; the rest is managed in Puerto de Castilla and San Lorenzo.
Recently, Honduras developed a strategy to improve and convert its main ports into international and modern ports with the ability to provide efficient and competitive services, within global accreditation programs. The Port of Trujillo is in a similar concession process and offers excellent investment opportunities in logistics services.
The air infrastructure is a cornerstone for the economic and social development of Honduras, which allows the mobilization of people, services and goods.
Currently, Honduras has 4 international airports, located at strategic points: Palmerola (center), Ramón Villeda Morales in San Pedro Sula (north), Golosón in La Ceiba (Atlantic Coast) and Juan Manuel Gálvez in Roatan (Caribbean).
In road infrastructure, Honduras has 9 logistics corridors that connect and facilitate the transport of goods throughout the national territory.
It has the Logistics Corridor, the Central Corridor, the Dry Canal, the Agricultural Corridor, the Tourist Corridor, the Eastern Highway, the Lenca Corridor and the Western Corridor.
The largest is the Logistics Corridor, has a length of 391 km and links the ports of Amapala and Henecán in the Pacific with Puerto Cortés in the Atlantic. This Corridor is fundamental for Central America in the transport of goods, mainly destined for the East Coast of the United States.
Honduras - 2.1 Port Assessment
Assessed in 08/2016 by Capt. Wolf Lampe, Consultant seconded by BLG LOGISTICS, Bremen, Germany.
The principal port of Honduras is Puerto Cortes (approx. 400 vessels/a). Puerto Castilla (approx. 45 vessels/a) and San Lorenzo (approx. 40 vessels/a) have significantly less throughput. La Ceiba and Tela are cabotage ports used by small embarkations (fishing vessels, very small freighters) only. The passenger jetty of Tela was not assessed. Neither were the small cabotage and tourist ports on the Roatan and the surrounding islands. Lempira was covered due to its strategic position in the otherwise isolated area of Mosquitia Coast.
The assessment mission included the El Salvadorian port of La Union, situated a few kilometres across the border in the Gulf of Fonseca (see LCA El Salvador at logcluster.org). This port is to be considered an option to San Lorenzo if the need to bring in large quantities of relief cargo into Honduras using the Pacific coast arises.
Honduras - 2.1.1 port of Puerto Cortés
Description of the Port
Puerto Cortés is the main Honduran port and one of the most important on the Atlantic slope of Central America, handling 86% of the total containers moved annually by the port (in 2013 the movement of 571,000 TEUS was reported, in 2014 it increased to 582,000, in 2015 it shot up to 628,000, in 2016 it rose to 634,000 and in 2017 it increased to 655,000 TEUS) and 77% in metric tons (MT) of general cargo, special (such as bananas, coffee, melons, pineapples and other fruits for which it has adequate equipment to maintain the cold chain) and solid bulks in specialized and multipurpose docks. It has two active concessionaires: Operadora Portuaria Centroamericana (container and general cargo terminal) and Terminal Especializada de Honduras (solid bulk).
The port's productivity has risen from 19 movements per hour per vessel in 2014 to more than 50 in 2022. The acquisition of 2 Super Post Panamax gantry cranes has been contributing to improving the efficiency of Puerto Cortés. There have also been savings in truck service time, reducing from 63 minutes when the terminal was received to 40 minutes.
During 2022, shipments of ready-made clothing, bananas, coffee and prepared groceries stood out, and the main import products have been cotton yarn, varied merchandise, used vehicles and construction materials. It should be noted that the terminal has had the largest movement of cars in its history during 2022, exceeding 2,000 to date. In the month of August 2022 alone, more than 1,200 were received and the trend is expected to continue to be positive.
Port website: https://www.enp.hn/
You can also find information about key ports at: http://www.maritime-database.com
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Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Honduras |
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Province or District |
Cortes |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Omoa 13.2 km |
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Full port name |
Puerto Cortes |
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Latitude |
15°48"00 North latitude |
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Longitude |
87°57"00 West longitude |
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Management Company or Port Authority |
Port Authority: National Port Company Solid Bulk Terminal: Grupo LOGRA, TEH (Specialized Terminals of Honduras), AVANZA General Cargo and Containers: ICTS (International Container Terminal Services, Inc) through OPC (Operadora Portuaria Centroamericana) |
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Management Level Contact Person |
Jose Manuel Mencia |
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Nearest airports with frequent international arrivals/departures |
Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (Avianca, Aero Mexico, American Airlines, Air Europa, Copa Airlines, Delta, Spirit, United Airlines, Volaris) |
Photos of the Port
Description and contacts of the main companies
Port performance
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Seasonal limitations |
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Yes/No |
Period |
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Rainy season |
Yes |
From August to November |
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High import season |
Yes |
From January to May (Bulk cargo) From January to December (Containerized and general cargo) |
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Other Comments |
June to November is hurricane season; The most critical time begins in September. |
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Traffic figures for 2022 |
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|---|---|
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Ship calls |
1,564 |
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Container traffic (TEUs) |
768,811 (Current capacity: 1,400,000 TEUs) |
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Liquid, solid and general load figures 2022 |
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|---|---|
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Liquid cargo (TM) |
2,280,000 |
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Solid Load (TM) |
3,100,000 |
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General Cargo (TM) |
1,400,000 |
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Handling type |
Total, landing (thousands of mt) |
Total, shipment (thousands of mt) |
Total (thousands of mt) |
|---|---|---|---|
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General Cargo |
707.07 |
15.30 |
722.37 |
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Contenerizada |
2,647.77 |
2,007.63 |
4,655.41 |
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Liquid Bulk |
2,256.21 |
174.69 |
2,430.90 |
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Solid Bulk |
2,897.32 |
1,439.09 |
4,336.41 |
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Other |
76.48 |
204.73 |
281.20 |
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Ro-Ro |
10.79 |
0 |
10.79 |
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12,437.09 |
Unloading fees and terminal cargo handling charges
For more information on port fees and charges, please consult the following link: https://www.opc.hn/lib/PDF/Tarifario-OPC-01-enero-2023%20NM.pdf
Spring Specification
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Type of Spring |
Quantity |
Long (m) |
Maximum depth (m) |
Feedback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Liquid spring |
2 |
126 72 |
14 12 |
Texaco: Petrolium Liquid and some petrolium |
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Container dock |
3 |
355 124 350 |
12 12 14.5 |
Container Cargo and ro-ro
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Bulk dock |
2 |
201 323 |
12 12 |
Dry bulk and convencional cargo Dry bulk and ro-ro |
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Tugs |
5 |
3 Tug boats 2000 HP (OPC) 2 (are out of service) |
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Barges |
0 |
It is not currently counted in the port. |
Docks for handling general cargo
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Type of cargo |
Dock identification |
|---|---|
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Imports – Packed cargo |
Pier 4, 5A, 5B and 6 |
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Exports - Packed cargo |
Pier 4, 5A, 5B and 6 |
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Imports and Exports - RoRo |
Pier 4, 5A, 5B and 6 |
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Other Imports |
Pier 1 and 1A (Liquid and some petrolium) Pier 2 and 3 (Bulk) |
Port Management Equipment
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Team |
Available |
Total quantity and available capacity |
Feedback on current status and actual usage |
|---|---|---|---|
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Quay crane |
Yes |
6
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-Rubber-tired gantry cranes (RTGs) -Mobile harbor cranes (MHCs) |
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Container crane |
Yes |
6 (60 MT) |
-Ship-to-shore cranes (STSs) |
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Mobile cranes |
Yes |
4 |
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Forklift for containers (Reachstacker) |
Yes |
19 |
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Tractors for RoRo (Tugmaster / with head) |
Yes |
4 |
Roll MAFI Trailers 50-100 TN |
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Grain elevator with packing machines |
No |
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Transtainer |
No |
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Forklift |
Yes |
26 |
6 (2 TM/5,000 lbs) 4 (Electric 2.5 TM) 1 (2.7 MT) 6 (3.6 MT/8,000 lbs) 4 (7 MT/15,000 lbs) |
Container handling facilities
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Facilities |
20ft/40ft |
|---|---|
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Availability for container handling |
Yes |
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Container Handling Station (CFS) |
Yes |
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Station for refrigerated containers |
Yes |
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Other details about facilities |
Specific area for crossdocking operations. |
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Daily load capacity (Containers per Day) |
5 vessels in line |
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Number of stations for refrigerated containers (Connection points) |
1 |
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Load capacity in Emergency |
NA |
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Load capacity of crews per shift (Containers per Shift) |
NA |
Customs Guide
Customs clearance procedures at the Port of Puerto Cortés in Honduras are overseen by the Honduran Customs Administration, also known as the Dirección Adjunta de Rentas Aduanas. Below you will find a general guide on customs clearance procedures for imports and exports at the port:
- Obtain the necessary permits and licenses: Before you can import or export goods from Honduras, it may be necessary to obtain permits and licenses from various government agencies, depending on the type of goods being shipped. These may include the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of the Environment, among others.
- Submit import/export documentation: Once all necessary permits and licenses have been obtained, the importer or exporter must submit all required import/export documentation to the SAR. This documentation includes the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and other relevant documents.
- Pay customs duties and taxes: The importer or exporter is responsible for paying all customs duties and taxes associated with the shipment. These fees may include import duties, value-added tax (VAT), excise duties and other fees.
- Cargo Inspection: SAR can inspect cargo to ensure compliance with all import/export regulations and to verify the accuracy of the documentation submitted.
- Cargo Release: Once all necessary customs duties and taxes have been paid and the cargo has been inspected, SAR will issue a release order allowing the cargo to be cleared for entry into or exit from the port. It is important to note that customs clearance procedures can be complex and may vary depending on the specific nature of the goods being imported or exported. Importers and exporters are advised to work with a licensed customs broker or freight forwarder to ensure compliance with all regulations and facilitate a smooth customs clearance process.
For more information on customs in Honduras, please refer to the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
Also named Berth 4; is used to perform general cargo operations; and is located next to the port's largest warehouse, cargo is usually moved with the vessel's equipment, this terminal can also be used to carry out bulk operations, when available.
https://comercioexterior.la/puertos-maritimos/honduras/puerto-cortes/
Grain Handling and Bulk Cargo
The Specialized Terminal of Honduras (TEH), is intended only for bulk handling; and within its facilities it has 5 silos with a capacity of 8,000 tons each; and are located near pier 3b, in the same way, the silos are connected to a berth by 2 conveyor belts, when the cargo ships arrive at this terminal, the merchandise is unloaded with; handholds, channels, mobile cranes or with the ship's equipment, whichever is considered to be faster operationally; The load is then placed on the conveyor belts and/or directly on the trucks.
PRIMARY STORAGE TERMINAL
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Type of Storage |
Number of installations |
Area (m2) |
|---|---|---|
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Packed cargo |
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Refrigerated cargo |
1 |
4,135.23 Mts² 4200 MT |
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General Cargo |
2 |
7,150.98 mts² 5,109.75 mts² |
Stevedores
It corresponds to the OPC to provide the services of unloading and / or loading of any type of cargo only of international transport, as well as the use of the infrastructure and port equipment required of the port terminal, including, for loading in containers:
(a) the loading/unloading service, including stowage/unloading;
(b) the lashing/unlocking service of containers on the ship;
(c) the transfer service between the side of the ship and the storage area;
d) the dispatch/reception service – in the storage area, yard and vessel; among others.
Information on territorial catchment area (Hinterland)
Honduras has 9 logistics corridors, the Logistics Corridor, the Central Corridor, the Dry Canal, the Agricultural Corridor, the Tourist Corridor, the Eastern Highway, the Lenca Corridor and the Western Corridor, which connect and facilitate the transport of merchandise through the national territory, and the Central American region.
The main road connections are through the CA-5 route, which crosses the Honduran territory in a north-south direction and connects the main centers of production and consumption of the country (Puerto Cortés-San Pedro Sula-Tegucigalpa and the extreme south), and the CA-1 route, second route in importance and Pan-American connection (Pacific Corridor) with El Salvador and Nicaragua.
The largest is the Logistics Corridor, has a length of 391 km and connects the ports of Amapala and Henecán in the Pacific with Puerto Cortés in the Atlantic, and is fundamental for Central America in the transport of goods, mainly destined for the East Coast of the United States.
The Logistics, Dry Canal, Agricultural, Lenca, Western and Pacific corridors strategically cross the national territory and total a length of 1,182 kilometers.
These connections with the world, through maritime port, airport, and land infrastructure, added to the coordinated management of borders and urban logistics, and the promotion of an offer of logistics services, will position Honduras as a world-class logistics HUB by 2030.
Port Security
Within this advance in modernization and development, the OPC company has turned the issue of security into one of its main pillars in its management, managing to transform Puerto Cortés into one of the safest ports in the region.
It is identified as the only terminal in the region that has the Container Security Initiative (CSI), granted by the US Customs and Border Protection (CNP)
This initiative allows containers destined for the United States to arrive pre-released by the authority, which implies a lower risk to the Customs Service of that country, and, therefore, lower costs for cargo at destination, translated into greater security and competitiveness for exporters who use the Puerto Cortés terminal.
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Safety |
|
|---|---|
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ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
|
Current ISPS level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional) |
1 |
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Police boats |
Yes |
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Fire trucks |
Yes |
Honduras - 2.1.2 Port of La Ceiba
Port Overview
Located in the bordering areas of the Gulf of Honduras, the Port of La Ceiba stands out mainly for the enormous variety of agricultural products it receives.
The small Port of La Ceiba serves small shallow draft coastal vessels that trade with the Bay Islands (Roatan) and La Mosquitia. The ships enter without pilot assistance through a channel of min. 4.2 m deep. Currently the entire warehouse space is used.
Tourism is another main source of income for this port city. Apart from the commercial activity that flows through this port, there is also a maritime service between this city and Roatan that docks at the cabotage dock of these facilities. It has several services such as loading and unloading, storage warehouses, berth and a wide access channel. It has a wide area for possible future expansion of 8,800 m2.
You can also find information about key ports at: http://www.maritime-database.com
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Port Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
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Country |
Honduras |
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Province or District |
Atlantida |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
La Ceiba 5.2 km |
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Full port name |
Port of La Ceiba |
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Latitude |
15.79250° |
|
Longitude |
-86.76194° |
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Management Company or Port Authority
|
National Port Company |
|
Management Level Contact Person |
Hector Knight |
|
Nearest airports with frequent international arrivals/departures |
Goloson International Airport (Air Transat, Cayman Airways, Sunwing Airlines, Aerolineas Sosa) |
Port Performance
|
Seasonal limitations |
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|---|---|---|
|
|
Yes/No |
Period |
|
Rainy season |
Yes |
From May to November |
|
High import season |
N/A |
|
|
Other Comments |
June to November is hurricane season; The most critical time begins in September. |
|
|
Bulk cargo and loose cargo figures 2021 |
|
|---|---|
|
Bulk (mt) |
N/A |
|
Loose charge (mt) |
800 |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For more information on port fees and charges, please consult the following link: https://www.opc.hn/lib/PDF/Tarifario-OPC-01-enero-2023%20NM.pdf
Berthing Specifications
|
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Conventional spring |
|
225 |
3.5 |
With dredging project it is expected to reach 5 meters deep |
Honduras - 2.1.3 Port of Puerto Castilla
Port Overview
Located on the north coast of Honduras, the Port of Puerto Castilla was originally established as a shipping location for United Fruit Company. However, currently the port is mainly used as a container terminal for fruit produced by Dole Food Company. A naval base is also located in this small port town.
You can also find information about key ports at: http://www.maritime-database.com
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Port Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Honduras |
|
Province or District |
Colon |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Trujillo 19 km |
|
Full port name |
Puerto Castilla |
|
Latitude |
15.89083º |
|
Longitude |
-86.01444º |
|
Management Company or Port Authority |
National Port Company |
|
Management Level Contact Person |
N/A |
|
Nearest airports with frequent international arrivals/departures |
Juan Manuel Galvez
|
Port Performance
The port has a cargo capacity of around 104 TEUs and the main export products are fruits, palm oil and bananas. It handles 576 tons of cargo and around 68 container ships a year. The port is close to African palm oil plantations and could soon become the main oil export port.
|
Seasonal limitations |
||
|---|---|---|
|
|
Yes/No |
Period |
|
Rainy season |
Yes |
From May to November |
|
High import season |
N/A |
|
|
Traffic figures for 2021 |
|
|---|---|
|
Ship calls |
154 |
|
Container traffic (TEUs) |
102,246 |
|
Bulk cargo and loose cargo figures 2021 |
|
|---|---|
|
Bulk (mt) |
347,439 |
|
Loose charge (mt) |
727,186 |
|
Handling type |
Total landing (thousands of mt) |
Total shipment (thousands of mt) |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|
|
General Cargo |
4.55 |
0 |
4.55 |
|
Container |
191.76 |
471.82 |
663.58 |
|
Liquid Bulk |
6.85 |
340.59 |
347.44 |
|
Solid Bulk |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
Other |
56.80 |
2.27 |
59.06 |
|
Ro-Ro |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
Total |
1,074.63 |
||
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For more information on port fees and charges, please consult the following link: https://www.opc.hn/lib/PDF/Tarifario-OPC-01-enero-2023%20NM.pdf
Berthing Specifications
|
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Conventional Berth |
1 |
225 |
12 |
|
||
|
Container dock |
N/A |
|
|
|
||
|
Bulk dock |
N/A |
|
|
|
||
|
Berthing Tugs |
|
|
|
There are no tugboats, so ships must use their own equipment to load and unload tanks and containers. |
||
|
Water Barges |
N/A |
|
|
|
||
Port Handling Equipment
|
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Quay crane |
No |
|
|
|
Container crane |
No |
|
|
|
Mobile cranes |
No |
|
|
|
Forklift for containers (Reachstacker) |
Yes |
|
|
|
Tractors for RoRo (Tugmaster / with head) |
N/A |
|
|
|
Grain elevator with packing machines |
N/A |
|
|
|
Transtainer |
N/A |
|
|
|
Freight elevator |
N/A |
|
|
Terminal Information
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
The Port has 2 warehouses with open sides of 3,000 m² each and provides services to bulk carriers, crackers, conventional and container ships. For storage it offers 6 tanks with a capacity of 42,000 gallons.
Honduras - 2.1.4 Port of Lempira
Port Overview
The Port of Lempira, situated at the southern shore of the Caratasca lagoon is the largest settlement in the area and serves as point of entry for goods to be distributed in the eastern part of the department of Mosquitia. Vessels calling at Lempira have to pass the shallow passage from open sea into the Lagoon, which limits the size of vessel used to landing crafts and coastal vessels (actually comparable to medium sized fishing vessels) up to 50 m length, with a load capacity up to approx. 150 t.
The passage into the lagoon shifts constantly, a boat sounding the water depth will guide the vessel through the channel. Daylight and a relatively calm sea is necessary for the manoeuvre, the vessel’s draught is limited to 2.4 m at low tide (tide is given to be 0.5 to 0.75 m).
If the vessel’s draught exceeds this limit and weather permits, lightering will take place at anchor outside the lagoon.
Unloading takes place:
- At anchorage close to Lempira’s small boat and passenger jetty (N 15° 16’ 10”, W 083° 46’ 07”). Cargo is man-hauled into boats and landed.
- At the small roro-jetty at La Piur (N 15° 12’ 20, W 083° 46’ 05”), 15 km out of town towards the South situated in the Laguna Wahanta. A barrier limits the entry to 2,1 m draught.
- The channel south of Kaukira (N 15° 18’ 55”, W 083° 35’ 33”).
At Piur and Kaukira vessels equipped with cranes (currently 2 vessels of the vessels calling Lempira) can use these to lift heavier items ashore. Cargo is mostly transported onward on the extensive network of lagoons, channels and rivers, weather permitting also along the coastline. Sea-going fishing boats, propelled by outboard engines, can carry up to 1.5 to of cargo. Larger boats are also used. A dirt track connects Lempira to some inland settlements and to the border with Nicaragua – though there is currently no bridge crossing the Rio Coco.
Small warehouses or warehouse space can be rented from local traders at Lempira and Kaukira, WFP is using a temporary structure at Lempira.
No website, no key port information is currently supplied by maritime internet sources.
|
PORT LOCATION & CONTACT |
|
|---|---|
|
Country: |
Honduras |
|
Province or District: |
Gracias A Díos |
|
Town or City: (Nearest location with distance from port) |
Lempira |
|
Port's Complete Name: |
Puerto Lempira |
|
Latitude: |
N 10° 16’ 04” |
|
Longitude: |
W 83° 46’ 15” |
|
Managing Company or Port Authority: (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation) |
Dirección General de Marina Mercante |
|
Management Contact Person: |
Jorge Martinez |
|
Nearest Airports |
|
|
International (Airlines): |
Tegucigalpa – Toncontin Airport (United etc.), La Ceiba – Goloson Airport, San Pedro Sula – Ramon Villeda Morales Airport |
|
National: |
1.5 km long runway in Lempira, not paved |
|
Military, other Runways: |
- |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
WFP and UNDP maintain local representatives.
Port Performance
Of the three discharging sites, operations at Puerto Lempira are the most basic. Very small scale operations, depending on vessel’s gear, landing crafts and manual labour.
|
SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
||
|---|---|---|
|
Yes / No |
From <month> to <month> |
|
|
Rainy Season |
yes |
May – Oct., impact on discharge operation caused by the accompanying strong winds |
|
Major Import Campaigns |
no |
|
|
Other INSERT OTHER CONSTRAINT(S) IF REQUIRED |
yes |
June to Nov., hurricane season, main hurricane season starting September |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
There are only negligible port charges. Man-hauling cargo is usually charged per item to the vessel, loading and discharging cost are included in the transport cost payable to the shipping company.
Berthing Specifications
The approach to the loading/discharging sites is restricted by the lagoon entrances: Laguna de Caratasca 2.5 m for Lempira and Kaukira, 2.1 m to approach El Piur.
Tide is given 0.5 to 0.75 m.
General Cargo Handling Berths
None.
Port Handling Equipment
Is the port equipment managed by the government or privately?
None.
Container Facilities
None.
Customs Guidance
Import cargo are usually transhipped from another port of entry in Honduras (usually La Ceiba), customs are cleared there. There is, however, a local customs office, office hours Monday to Thursday 09:00 to 16:00 hrs, Friday 09:00 to 15:00 hrs.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
No Multipurpose Terminal existing.
Main Storage Terminal
No Main Storage Terminal existing. WFP is maintaining a provisional storage at Lempira’s military compound, warehouse space can be rented from local traders.
Stevedoring
Facilitated by the vessel’s owner.
Hinterland Information
Special consideration should be given to the availability of outboard engine fuel in the Gracias a Díos department. The communities along the beach, the rivers and channels are accessed by outboard-driven boat. Consequently sufficient quantities of fuel should be stored at all times to enable the onward transport from Puerto Lempira - using lagoons, rivers and channels - which depends on small boats and launches.
Unpaved roads lead to the border with Nicaragua (currently no bridges in existence, trading with Leimus reported) and Mocarón
Port Security
All loading and discharging activities are overseen by the military.
Honduras - 2.1.5 Port of San Lorenzo
Port Overview
The Port of San Lorenzo is located in the southern part of Honduras, in a region close to the coastal areas of the Gulf of Fonseca. One of the main characteristics of this port is that it is a benchmark in terms of shrimp, all kinds of dairy products and also vegetable oils. The different products that arrive at the seaports of Honduras such as the Port of San Lorenzo greatly facilitate the use of this material by local industries.
The services offered at the port are tugboat, that normally accompanies the ship approximately half a mile from the dock and is mandatory; services for the vessels such as port rights, navigation aid, berthing, unberthing, mooring, practice, water service, fuel, security. Cargo services are stowage, unloading, hauling, transfer, receiving and storage.
Port website: www.enp.hn
You can also find information about key ports at: http://www.maritime-database.com
|
Port Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Honduras |
|
Province or District |
Valle |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
San Lorenzo 17.9 km |
|
Full port name |
Port of San Lorenzo or Port of Henecán |
|
Latitude |
13.40000° |
|
Longitude |
-87.42500° |
|
Management Company or Port Authority |
National Port Company |
|
Management Level Contact Person |
Edwing Bertin Canales |
|
Nearest airports with frequent international arrivals/departures |
Palmerola International Airport (XPL) United, American Airlines, Copa. Avianca, Spirit Airlines, KLM. Air France, CM Airlines. |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
National port company, has focused on the recovery process trying to achieve optimal levels in the provision of services, by strengthening its productive capacity, formulating projects that contribute to improving the competitiveness of the economy, being the link in the logistics chain of international maritime trade in the country.
For more information on port contacts, please refer to the following link: Headquarters staff will enter a link here to section 4.4 Contact list of port and river companies.
Port performance
The port exceeds more than 1.05 million tons per year. Among these products, some stand out, such as pitch pine, which has traditionally become one of the most exported products of the Honduran industry.
|
Traffic figures for 2021 |
|
|---|---|
|
Ship calls |
188 |
|
Container traffic (TEUs) |
25,414 |
|
Bulk cargo and loose cargo figures 2021 |
|
|---|---|
|
Bulk (mt) |
612,300 |
|
Loose charge (mt) |
744,530 |
|
Handling type |
Total landing (thousands of mt) |
Total shipment (thousands of mt) |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|
|
General Cargo |
553.64 |
0 |
553.64 |
|
Container |
100.13 |
33.51 |
133.64 |
|
Liquid Bulk |
497.80 |
61.67 |
559.48 |
|
Solid Bulk |
29.22 |
23.60 |
52.82 |
|
Other |
2.92 |
20.89 |
23.81 |
|
Ro-Ro |
33.46 |
0 |
33.46 |
|
Total |
1,356.83 |
||
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For more information on port fees and charges, please consult the following link: https://www.opc.hn/lib/PDF/Tarifario-OPC-01-enero-2023%20NM.pdf
Berthing Specifications
|
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum draft (m) |
Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Conventional Berth |
1 |
300 |
10 |
Pier in a "T" shape 40 and 25 meters wide with an access bridge 160 meters long and 15 meters wide. |
|
Container Berth |
1 |
300 |
10 |
|
|
Silo Berth |
1 |
300 |
10 |
|
|
Berthing Tugs |
1 |
|
|
|
|
Water Barges |
N/A |
|
|
|
General Cargo Handling Berths
In Port of San Lorenzo the loads are handled mechanically. The availability and use of docks may vary depending on port operators and the needs of the trade at the specific time. It is recommended to contact port authorities or operators directly for information on available docks and cargo handling services for imports and cargo packed at the port.
|
Type of cargo |
Dock identification |
|---|---|
|
Imports – Packed cargo |
Pier A and B |
|
Exports - Packed cargo |
Pier A and B
|
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
Pier A and B |
|
Other Imports |
|
Port Handling Equipment
The management of port equipment in Port of San Lorenzo is essential to ensure the efficiency and safety of port operations. Port handling equipment includes forklifts and other equipment that is used to load and unload ships, move containers and other equipment around the port. Effective management of this equipment is essential to ensure that port operations are carried out safely and efficiently.
|
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Dockside Crane |
No |
|
|
|
Container Gantries |
No |
|
|
|
Mobile Cranes |
No |
|
|
|
Reachstacker |
Yes |
1 |
Kilter |
|
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
Yes |
4 |
Good condition, regular use |
|
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
|
|
|
Transtainer |
No |
|
|
|
Freight elevator |
Yes |
1 |
Kilter |
Container Facilities
The Port of San Lorenzo has lost competitiveness in recent years. At present the loading and unloading of containers can only be carried out with the cranes of the ships.
|
Facilities |
20 ft/ 40 ft |
|---|---|
|
Availability for container handling |
Yes |
|
Container Handling Station (CFS) |
Yes |
|
Station for refrigerated containers |
Yes |
|
Other details about facilities |
N/A |
|
Daily load capacity (Containers per Day) |
120 |
|
Number of stations for refrigerated containers (Connection points) |
2 |
|
Load capacity in Emergency |
N/A |
|
Load capacity of crews per shift (Containers per Shift) |
12 people/ 120 Containers |
Customs Guidance
Customs clearance procedures at the Port of San Lorenzo in Honduras are overseen by the Honduran Customs Administration, also known as the Dirección Adjunta de Rentas Aduanas. Below you will find a general guide on customs clearance procedures for imports and exports at the port:
-
Obtain the necessary permits and licenses: Before you can import or export goods from Honduras, it may be necessary to obtain permits and licenses from various government agencies, depending on the type of goods being shipped. These may include the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of the Environment, among others.
-
Submit import/export documentation: Once all necessary permits and licenses have been obtained, the importer or exporter must submit all required import/export documentation to the SAR. This documentation includes the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and other relevant documents.
-
Pay customs duties and taxes: The importer or exporter is responsible for paying all customs duties and taxes associated with the shipment. These fees may include import duties, value-added tax (VAT), excise duties and other fees.
-
Cargo Inspection: SAR can inspect cargo to ensure compliance with all import/export regulations and to verify the accuracy of the documentation submitted.
-
Cargo Release: Once all necessary customs duties and taxes have been paid and the cargo has been inspected, SAR will issue a release order allowing the cargo to be cleared for entry into or exit from the port. It is important to note that customs clearance procedures can be complex and may vary depending on the specific nature of the goods being imported or exported. Importers and exporters are advised to work with a licensed customs broker or freight forwarder to ensure compliance with all regulations and facilitate a smooth customs clearance process.
For more information about customs in Honduras, see the following link: https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/
Terminal Information
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
Ship rigging is used when loading or unloading goods to/from the ship, including containers. The ENP has one or two terminal tractors and a front loader in the yard for handling containerized cargo. Here the ENP is the monopoly in the cargo handling operation. There is no private participation in the ground cargo handling involvement.
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
The port has four warehouses for a total storage of 8,500 m2 and a molasses tank with a capacity of 1,060,000 gallons. The uncovered areas amount to 46,000 m2 to store machinery and equipment.
|
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
|---|---|---|
|
Packed cargo |
N/A |
|
|
Refrigerated cargo |
50 |
|
|
General Cargo |
N/A |
|
Port Security
Current protection measures include surveillance and monitoring systems through security cameras, access controls for staff and visitors, and security protocols for the handling of dangerous goods. Likewise, the port has security personnel trained to respond quickly to emergency situations and safeguard the integrity of the facilities.
|
Safety |
|
|---|---|
|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
|
Current ISPS level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional) |
1 |
|
Police boats |
Yes |
|
Fire trucks |
No |
Honduras - 2.1.6 El Salvador Port of La Union
The non operative port of La Union offers high potential as an alternative or additional container terminal serving the South of Honduras:
2.1.2 El Salvador Port of La Unión
Honduras - 2.2 Aviation
The aviation sector in Honduras is supervised and regulated by the General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC), which is the authority responsible for the administration and regulation of civil aviation in the country. The DGAC is responsible for ensuring that all air operations comply with the international rules and regulations established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Key airport information can also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
In Honduras, there are several private companies that offer aviation services, including commercial airlines, aircraft maintenance and repair companies, and ground handling companies. Among the commercial airlines operating in the country are Aerolineas Sosa, CM Airlines and EasySky. These companies offer domestic and international flights to popular destinations in Central America, Mexico, and the United States.
In terms of overall national capacity, Honduras has several airports and airstrips throughout the country. Despite economic and infrastructure challenges, the aviation sector in Honduras has shown sustained growth in recent years. Investment in modernising airport infrastructure and improving the quality of aviation services have contributed significantly to this growth. However, there are still challenges that need to be addressed, such as the need to improve aviation safety and the ability of airports to handle increased air traffic.
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please refer to the following links:4.1 Government Contact List and 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
To register a foreign aircraft in Honduras, there are several steps that must be followed. First, the owner of the aircraft must apply to the General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) of Honduras, which is the agency in charge of supervising and regulating civil aviation in the country. The application must include detailed information about the aircraft, such as its serial number, model, make and other relevant technical data. Information about the owner and operator of the aircraft, as well as the purpose of its use in Honduras, must also be provided.
Once the DGAC has received the request and reviewed the information provided, an inspection of the aircraft will be conducted to verify that it meets safety requirements and is in good operating condition. If the aircraft meets Honduran safety standards and requirements, a registration certificate will be issued that will allow it to operate in the country. Importantly, the owner and operator of the aircraft are responsible for complying with all civil aviation safety regulations and standards in Honduras.
Regarding country-specific safety requirements, Honduras follows international standards and regulations established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), which apply to all aircraft operating in Honduran airspace. In addition, the DGAC of Honduras is responsible for ensuring compliance with these standards and ensuring the safety of civil aviation in the country.
Below is the list of steps required for registration of foreign aircraft:
-
Apply to the General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) of Honduras.
Provide detailed information about the aircraft, including its serial number, model, make and other relevant technical data.
-
Provide information about the owner and operator of the aircraft, as well as the purpose of its use in Honduras.
-
The DGAC will review the information provided and conduct an inspection of the aircraft to verify that it meets safety requirements and is in good operating condition.
-
If the aircraft meets Honduran safety standards and requirements, a certificate of registration will be issued.
-
The owner and operator of the aircraft are responsible for complying with all civil aviation safety regulations and standards in Honduras to operate in the country.
It is important to note that the registration process may vary depending on the individual situation of each aircraft and the purpose of its use in Honduras. Therefore, it is always advisable to check the specific requirements and additional procedures with the DGAC before starting the registration process.
For more information on procedures for foreign-registered aircraft, please refer to the following links from the Agencia Hondureña de Aeronáutica Civil (AHAC):
http://www.ahac.gob.hn/eAIP1/AIP_2321/Eurocontrol/HONDURAS/2023-06-15-AIRAC/html/index-es-ES.html
Honduras - 2.2.1 Palmerola International Airport
Airport Overview
Palmerola International Airport was developed in part of the space occupied by the José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base, headquarters of the United States Joint Task Force Bravo, located 6 kilometers south of the city of Comayagua, in turn about 70 km north of Tegucigalpa. The Airport aims to function as the main international gateway by air to the Honduran capital, thus replacing the current Toncontín Airport, which will only serve national and regional flights, given its operational limitations.
The new passenger terminal has a covered area of almost 40,000 m2 on three levels and has 13 boarding gates (7 with sleeves and 6 for remote positions), 40 check-in counters, 17 self-check-in stations, 34 immigration control posts and 45 commercial premises.
For more information on airport, please see the following link: https://aeropuertointernacionalpalmerola.com/
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Honduras |
|
Province or District |
Comayagua |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Comayagua 6 km |
|
Full name of the airport |
Palmerola International Airport |
|
Latitude |
14.382222° |
|
Longitude |
-87.62111° |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
2062 ft 628 m |
|
IATA code |
XPL |
|
ICAO Code |
MHPR |
|
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Port Authority: Palmerola International Airport S.A de C.V (PIA) |
|
Management Level Contact Person |
Israel Dávila, Financial and Administrative Manager |
|
Opening Hours |
24 H |
|
Closing Hours |
24 H |
Airport Picture
-
Main Access
-
Hangars
-
TW
-
Honduras Military Heliport
-
Main track
-
Honduran Army Platform
-
SEI
-
USA Base Homes
-
Military Heliport USA
-
Base Platform USA
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
At Palmerola International Airport, there are various government authorities working to ensure compliance with regulations and ensure the safety and efficiency of air operations. Here are some of the main government authorities that are usually present at an international airport:
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC)
The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. Among its functions at Palmerola International Airport, are the issuance of licenses and certifications for aeronautical personnel, the approval of flight plans and the implementation of security measures in the airspace.
Honduran Customs
This government entity is responsible for the administration and control of customs operations at the airport. Customs verifies the import and export of goods and merchandise, making sure that the corresponding regulations and taxes are met.
Forest Conservation Institute (ICF)
The ICF has an important role in Palmerola International Airport due to its location in a natural environment. This institution is responsible for the protection and conservation of the environment, ensuring that air operations do not adversely affect the nearby flora and fauna.
Honduran National Police
The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working at the facilities. They also collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents that may occur in the airport area.
Honduran Migration Authority
This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people through immigration and customs control. They check passengers' documentation, including visas and passports, making sure entry or exit requirements are met.
It is critical that these authorities work in coordination to maintain a safe and efficient environment at Palmerola International Airport, ensuring that passengers and aircraft comply with all regulations and procedures necessary for a successful trip.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
|
Performance for 2022 |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
By Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
|
Total Aircraft Movements |
|
|
|
|
Total Passengers |
1,700,000 |
|
|
|
Total Airport Capacity (mt) |
20,000 |
|
|
|
Current airport activity (mt) |
|
|
|
|
Use of Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
|
|
Runways
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Dimensions |
2,441 x 45 m |
|
Orientation |
17/35 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Runway #2 |
|
|---|---|
|
Dimensions |
2,441 x 45 m |
|
Orientation |
17/35 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Palmerola International Airport is a passenger terminal of 39,500 m2, with a runway of 2,440 m long, at an altitude of 620 m above sea level. Due to the length of the runway, Class C/D aircraft such as Airbus A320, Airbus A321, Boeing 737 and others similar will be able to land.
The fuel supplier is UNO HONDURAS and has a refuelling capacity of 2 5000 gal refueller trucks, 4 JET A-1 storage tanks of 10,000 gallons and 1 mobile tank of 250 gallons of AVGAS.
| Infrastructure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
|
Migration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
|
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refuelling Point |
Yes |
|
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
N/A |
|
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
Yes |
|
Passenger Transportation to Platform |
N/A |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
|
Climate Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
Yes: CAT 7, CAT 8 |
|
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing equipment |
N/A |
|
Operations Room |
Yes |
Ramp lighting |
Yes
|
|
Radar |
Yes |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
|
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
|
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
|
Operating Detail |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Maximum size of aircraft that can unload bulk cargo |
Due to the length of the runway, Class C/D aircraft such as Airbus A320, Airbus A321, Boeing 737 and others similar will be able to land. |
||
|
Maximum size of aircraft that can be unloaded to palletized cargo |
Due to the length of the runway, Class C/D aircraft can land. |
||
|
Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
|
||
|
Storage area (m3 and MT) |
3,000 m2 |
||
|
Cargo Handling Equipment |
|||
|
Elevators / Lifting Cranes (Hi Loaders) |
Yes |
Maximum Capacity (mt) |
N/A |
|
Maximum Height (m) |
N/A |
||
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Customs Guidance
Customs activities at Palmerola International Airport are essential to ensure the control of entry and exit of goods and people. Upon arrival at the airport, a customs declaration must be filled out specifying information about the goods and products you are carrying. This process can take between 20 to 30 minutes depending on the number of passengers on the flight and the amount of luggage you have. To work with customs officials effectively, it is advisable to present the required documents in an organized manner and answer any questions that are asked clearly and accurately.
For more information about customs in Honduras, see the following link:1.3 Customs Information and https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
Palmerola International Airport is a major air transport hub in Honduras. However, navigation expenses at the airport have come under criticism due to problems with billing, cost estimation and ability to pay.
As for billing, airport users have reported that air navigation bills are not being issued accurately and that the amounts charged are often inconsistent with established rates. This has raised concerns among airlines and other operators using the airport, who have difficulty determining how much they should pay for air navigation services.
In addition, the estimation of navigation expenses at Palmerola International Airport has also been a problem. Many users have reported that expenses are higher than expected and that they are not sure how they are calculated. This makes it difficult for traders to budget and plan their operating expenses.
Security
Palmerola International Airport S.A. de C.V. has committed and established an Operational Safety Management System, which guarantees the fulfillment of our objectives of proactively eliminating, containing or mitigating risks before accidents and incidents occur, through the monitoring of national and international standards in operational safety, through risk identification and management, guaranteeing and promoting Operational Safety at the airport and maintaining a permanent interaction with the maintenance process and operations of the airport, which allow, as far as possible, that hazards are mitigated, eliminated or controlled.
Palmerola Airport has 145 security cameras and the highest X-ray technology as part of its security. The terminal has 40 counters for common use for airlines, plus 18 self-check-in kiosks where passengers can make their registration more agile.
The Palmerola Tower is also responsible for alerting the security services, immediately notifying any failure or irregularity in the operation of any device, light or other device installed at the airport to guide the transit of the airport and the pilots in command of aircraft. It shall notify the Approach Control Center, Tegucigalpa Control, of aircraft that cease to report after they have been transferred to its jurisdiction or that, after having made a notification, suspend radio contact and, in either case, cease to land within a reasonable period.
Honduras - 2.2.2 Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport
Airport Overview
Due to its location in an area of low elevation, with a tropical-humid climate and with frequent torrential rains is floodable and close to the Chamelecón River, the airport has suffered serious flooding during its history.
The airport provides passenger and cargo services for commercial, private, and military operations, for domestic and international routes.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
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Country |
Honduras |
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Province or District |
Cortes |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
San Pedro Sula 20 km |
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Full name of the airport |
Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport |
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Latitude |
15.45138° |
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Longitude |
-87.92444° |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
92ft 28m |
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IATA code |
SAP |
|
ICAO Code |
MHLM |
|
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Honduran Airport Infrastructure and Services Company EHISA |
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Opening Hours |
24 H |
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Closing Hours |
24 H |
Airport Picture
-
Cargo Terminal
-
Taxiway
-
Passenger Terminal
-
Airstrips
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
The Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport, located in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, has the presence and collaboration of several government authorities to ensure the proper functioning and safety of airport operations. Some of the main government authorities working at this airport are:
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC): The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. At Ramón Villeda Morales Airport, they ensure that air operations comply with established safety and efficiency standards.
Honduran Customs: The presence of Customs at the airport is crucial to control and manage the import and export of goods and goods. They ensure that regulations are complied with, and taxes are paid.
Migration and Aliens: This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people into the country. They check passengers' documentation, including passports and visas, to ensure they meet established immigration requirements.
Honduran National Police: The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working in the facilities. They collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents.
Honduran Air Force: As part of national security, the Air Force may have a presence at the airport to perform surveillance and airspace protection tasks.
Ministry of Public Health: This authority can play an important role in reviewing health and disease control protocols at the airport, especially in times of health emergencies.
Forest Conservation Institute (ICF): Since the airport is in a natural environment, the ICF may be present to ensure the protection and conservation of the nearby environment.
These government authorities work in coordination to ensure regulatory compliance and provide a safe and efficient environment for passengers and airport operations at Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
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Performance for 2022 |
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|---|---|
|
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By Year |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
25,000 |
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Total Passengers |
2.5 million |
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Total Airport Capacity (MT) |
3.5 million |
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Current airport activity (MT) |
2.2 million |
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Use of Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
150 |
Runways
|
Runway #1 |
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|---|---|
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Dimensions |
2805 x 45 m |
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Orientation |
04/22 |
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Surface |
Hydraulic Concrete |
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Runway #2 |
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|---|---|
|
Dimensions |
2805 x 45 m |
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Orientation |
04/22 |
|
Surface |
Hydraulic Concrete |
Airport Infrastructure Details
The suppliers working on refuel are UNO and PETRONOR, below their capabilities:
UNO HONDURAS:
Two International brand trucks with 5,000 gal of JET A1 with discharge of 248 gpm.
One International brand truck with 8,000 gal of JET A1 with discharge of 248 gpm.
One 10,000-gal AVGAS 100LL storage tank.
Five 10,000-gal JET A1 storage tanks.
One 2,000 gal refueler storage tank.
PETRONOR:
Two Refueler trucks for aviation, Freightliner brand, with capacity of 5,000 gl, pumping capacity of 300 gpm of JET A1.
Two Refueler type trucks for aviation, International Brand, with capacity of 5,000 gl, pumping capacity of 300 gpm of JET A1.
Five fuel storage tanks, capacity 20,000 gal of JET A1.
| Infrastructure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
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Migration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
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Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refueling Point |
Yes |
|
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
N/A |
|
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
Yes |
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Passenger Transportation to Platform |
No |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes (operated by Adimex) |
|
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
|
Climate Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
Yes CAT 7 CAT 8 |
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Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing equipment |
No |
|
Operations Room |
Yes |
Ramp lighting |
Yes |
|
Radar |
Yes |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
|
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
|
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
|
Operating Detail |
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|---|---|---|---|
|
Maximum size of aircraft that can unload bulk cargo |
747-400 aircraft |
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Maximum size of aircraft that can be unloaded to palletized cargo |
767-300 aircraft |
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Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
47,000 m² |
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Storage area (m3 and MT) |
6,000 m³ |
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Cargo Handling Equipment |
|||
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Elevators / Lifting Cranes (Hi Loaders) |
Yes |
Maximum Capacity (mt) |
25 mt |
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Maximum Height (m) |
7 m |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other comments |
It is important to note that the capacity and availability of these facilities may vary depending on current demand and the needs of aviation operators using the airport. |
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Customs Guidance
Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport is an important air terminal in Honduras, handling a large amount of passenger and cargo traffic nationally and internationally. Customs activities at this airport are essential to ensure that products entering and leaving the country comply with established customs regulations and requirements. The duration of the customs process depends on the volume of traffic and the number of products being imported or exported. It is important to have all the necessary documentation and comply with the rules to streamline the process.
It is important to be prepared to answer questions and provide additional information if needed. Customs offices are in the airport terminal and are open 24 hours a day to provide services to passengers and businesses using the airport. Travelers are advised to arrive with enough time in advance to complete customs formalities and not have time issues in their itinerary. In summary, Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport has an efficient customs infrastructure that allows a fast flow of goods and passengers, as long as customs regulations are complied with and work is done in collaboration with customs officials.
For more information about customs in Honduras, see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information and https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/.
Storage Facilities
At Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport, there are several storage options available for passengers and businesses using the airport. Storage facilities include luggage storage areas, cargo depots and goods storage services. In addition, there are private companies that offer storage and distribution services for those companies that need to temporarily store their products before sending them to their destination.
However, it is important to note that storage capacity at the airport is limited and must be booked in advance. Proper documentation is also required for product storage, especially for products that require a special license or are subject to import and export restrictions. Payments for storage of goods must also be made prior to delivery, and additional taxes and fees apply as per Honduran customs regulations.
Security for facilities at Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport is a priority, and strict security measures are implemented to protect the integrity of goods stored on airport premises. This includes safety inspections and documentation verification to ensure that only legal and safe products are stored. Companies and passengers using storage services at the airport are advised to follow established procedures and regulations to avoid delays or problems in the process of storing and removing products.
In conclusion, Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport offers several storage options for passengers and businesses that use its services. Established procedures and regulations must be followed to avoid problems or delays in the process of storage and removal of products. In addition, additional taxes and fees apply under Honduran customs regulations, and security is a priority at all airport storage facilities.
Airport Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES 
CARGO TERMINAL CHARGES
They oversee the Company SWISSPORT GBH, a company located in the Toncontín / Tegucigalpa Airports and Ramón Villeda Morales San Pedro Sula, who handles everything concerning cargo handling rates.
Security
Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport in Honduras maintains a high level of security with robust measures to protect passengers and airport operations. Rigorous access controls, advanced scanning and detection systems, and staff training have been implemented. However, one of the challenges is staying up to date in the face of new threats, so the airport works closely with international security agencies to exchange information and adopt best practices.
The airport has announced a modernization plan that includes the incorporation of advanced technology, such as facial and biometric recognition systems, to improve efficiency and security at controls. In addition, the expansion and renovation of inspection and control areas has been considered to adapt to the constant increase in demand. Ramón Villeda Morales Airport has received certifications from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), supporting its commitment to high international airport security standards and providing confidence to passengers and airlines that use its facilities.
Honduras - 2.2.3 Goloson International Airport
Airport Overview
The airport is shared between civil and military aviation. The airport provides passenger and cargo transportation service on domestic and international routes, and is the base for operations of several airlines, such as Avianca Regional, LANHSA and Aerolineas Sosa. Most of these airlines operate regular flights between eastern Honduras and the Bay Islands, in addition to frequent flights to San Pedro Sula, Tegucigalpa, Puerto Lempira, and Grand Cayman. It also eventually receives charter flights from Canada.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Honduras |
|
Province or District |
Atlantida |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
La Ceiba 10 km |
|
Full name of the airport |
Goloson International Airport |
|
Latitude |
15.74554º |
|
Longitude |
-86.85125º |
|
Elevation (feet and m) |
49ft 15 m |
|
IATA code |
ICE |
|
ICAO Code |
MHLC |
|
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Honduran Airport Infrastructure and Services Company EHISA |
|
Management Level Contact Person |
Jorge Crespo Administrative Head |
|
Opening Hours |
6:00 |
|
Closing Hours |
18:00 |
Airport Picture
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Honduran Air Force
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Passenger Terminal
-
Airstrips
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Golosón International Airport, located in La Ceiba, Honduras, has the collaboration of several government authorities to ensure the proper functioning and safety of airport operations. Some of the main government authorities working at this airport are:
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC): The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. At Golosón Airport, they ensure that air operations meet established safety and efficiency standards.
Honduran Customs: The presence of Customs at the airport is crucial to control and manage the import and export of goods and goods. They ensure that regulations are complied with, and taxes are paid.
Migration: This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people into the country. They check passengers' documentation, including passports and visas, to ensure they meet established immigration requirements.
Honduran National Police: The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working in the facilities. They collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents.
Honduran Air Force: As part of national security, the Air Force may have a presence at the airport to perform surveillance and airspace protection tasks.
Ministry of Public Health: This authority can play an important role in reviewing health and disease control protocols at the airport, especially in times of health emergencies.
It is critical that these government authorities work together to ensure regulatory compliance and provide a safe and efficient environment for travellers and airport operations at Golosón International Airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
|
Performance for 2022 |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
By Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
|
Total Aircraft Movements |
|
|
25 |
|
Total Passengers |
130,000 |
|
|
|
Use of Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
|
|
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Dimensions |
2949 x 45 m |
|
Orientation |
07/25 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
Airport Infrastructure Details
| Infrastructure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
|
Migration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
|
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refueling Point |
Yes |
|
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
Yes |
|
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
Yes |
|
Passenger Transportation to Platform |
N/A |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
|
Climate Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
CAT 6 CAT 5 |
|
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing equipment |
N/A |
|
Operations Room |
|
Ramp lighting |
N/A |
|
Radar |
N/A |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
|
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
|
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
|
Operating Details |
|
|---|---|
|
Maximum size of aircraft that can unload bulk cargo |
|
|
Maximum size of aircraft that can be unloaded to palletized cargo |
Boeing 747 |
|
Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
approximately 30,000 m² |
|
Storage area (m3 and mt) |
|
|
Cargo Handling Equipment |
|
|
Elevators / Lifting Cranes (Hi Loaders) |
Yes |
|
Loading Ramps |
Yes |
Customs Guidance
Customs activities at Goloson International Airport are carried out by customs authorities and immigration officials working at the airport. In general, the customs process can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours, depending on the number of passengers who need to go through customs control and the amount of goods that need to be inspected. It is important to ensure that you have all the necessary documents, such as passports, visas, and customs declarations, to speed up the customs process and avoid unnecessary delays. In addition, it is important to follow the instructions of customs officials and not attempt to hide or carry items that are not allowed.
Customs offices are in the arrivals area of the airport and are open during airport operating hours. It is recommended to arrive at the airport well in advance to complete the customs process before your flight. In case of any doubt or query, passengers can contact the customs officials at the airport for further information and assistance. In general, working with customs officers at Goloson International Airport is an easy and quick task if the process is properly followed and all the regulations and procedures established by the competent authorities are complied with.
For more information about customs in Honduras, see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information and https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
International landing fee US$2.87 per 2,000-pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the aircraft's certificate of airworthiness, operations manual or maintenance manual. (Entitles you to 6 hours of free parking). Minimum turnover US$9.55
Domestic landing fee US$1.20 per 2,000-pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the aircraft's certificate of airworthiness, operations manual or maintenance manual. (Entitles you to 6 hours of free parking). Minimum turnover $5.97
Parking fee for aircraft performing International Operations US$0.46 per hour for each 2,000-pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the aircraft's certificate of airworthiness, operations manual or maintenance manual. (Charged after 6 hours of parking).
Parking fee for aircraft conducting Domestic Operations US$0.46 per hour for each 2,000-pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the airworthiness certificate, operations manual or aircraft maintenance manual.
International Flight Lighting Fee US$1.43 per ton of 2,000 pounds, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the airworthiness certificate, operations manual or maintenance manual of the aircraft. (Charged after 6 hours of parking). Minimum turnover US$5.97
Domestic flight lighting fee (cabotage) US$0.46 per 2,000 pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the airworthiness certificate, operations manual or maintenance manual of the aircraft. Minimum turnover US$3.57
Security
The DNSPF maintains control activities at the four most important airports in the country, such as Toncontín International Airport in Tegucigalpa, Villeda Morales Airport in San Pedro Sula, Golosón Airport in La Ceiba and Juan Manuel Gálvez Airport in Roatán.
Honduras - 2.2.4 Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport
Airport Overview
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Honduras |
|
Province or District |
Islas de la bahía |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Roatan 2 km |
|
Full name of the airport |
Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport |
|
Latitude |
16.31834 |
|
Longitude |
-86.52689 |
|
Elevation (feet and m) |
21 ft 6.4 m |
|
IATA code |
RTB |
|
ICAO Code |
MHRO |
|
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Honduran Airport Infrastructure and Services Company EHISA |
|
Management Level Contact Person |
Mary Martinez, Chief Administrative Officer |
|
Opening Hours |
6:00 |
|
Closing Hours |
20:00 |
Airport Picture
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General Aviation Platform
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Passenger terminal
-
Runway 07
-
Trading platform
-
Track 25
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
The Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport has the collaboration of several government authorities to ensure the proper functioning and safety of airport operations. Some of the main government authorities working at this airport are listed below.
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC): The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. At Juan Manuel Gálvez Airport, they ensure that air operations comply with established safety and efficiency standards.
Honduran Customs: The presence of Customs at the airport is crucial to control and manage the import and export of goods and goods. They ensure that regulations are complied with and taxes are paid.
Migration: This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people into the country. They check passengers' documentation, including passports and visas, to ensure they meet established immigration requirements.
Honduran National Police: The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working in the facilities. They collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents.
Honduran Air Force: As part of national security, the Air Force may have a presence at the airport to perform surveillance and airspace protection tasks.
Ministry of Public Health: This authority can play an important role in reviewing health and disease control protocols at the airport, especially in times of health emergencies.
It is critical that these government authorities work together to ensure regulatory compliance and provide a safe and efficient environment for travelers and airport operations at Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Dimensions |
2089 x 45 m |
|
Orientation |
07/25 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Runway #2 |
|
|---|---|
|
Dimensions |
2089 x 45 m |
|
Orientation |
07/25 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
Airport Infrastructure Details
| Infrastructure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
|
Migration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
N/A |
|
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refueling Point |
Yes |
|
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
N/A |
|
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
Yes |
|
Passenger Transportation to Platform |
N/A |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
|
Climate Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
Yes CAT 7 |
|
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing equipment |
N/A |
|
Operations Room |
N/A |
Ramp lighting |
Yes |
|
Radar |
N/A |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
|
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
|
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
Honduras - 2.2.5 Toncontin International Airport
Airport Overview
Toncontín International Airport has become a regional and local airport, therefore, it will only receive flights from Central American countries and national routes.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Honduras |
|
Province or District |
Tegucigalpa |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Tegucigalpa 6 km South |
|
Full name of the airport |
Toncontín International Airport |
|
Latitude |
14.060925° |
|
Longitude |
-87.21868° |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
3307 ft 1008 m |
|
IATA code |
MHTG |
|
ICAO Code |
TGU |
|
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Palmerola International Airport |
|
Management Level Contact Person |
Israel Dávila, Financial and Administrative Manager |
|
Opening Hours |
24h |
|
Closing Hours |
24h |
Airport Picture
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Runway 02
-
Passenger Terminal
-
Cargo terminal
-
Track 20
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Toncontín International Airport, located in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, has the collaboration of several government authorities to ensure the proper functioning and safety of airport operations. Some of the main government authorities working at this airport are listed below.
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC): The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. At Toncontín Airport, they ensure that air operations comply with established safety and efficiency standards.
Honduran Customs: The presence of Customs at the airport is crucial to control and manage the import and export of goods and goods. They ensure that regulations are complied with and taxes are paid.
Migration: This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people into the country. They check passengers' documentation, including passports and visas, to ensure they meet established immigration requirements.
Honduran National Police: The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working in the facilities. They collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents.
Honduran Air Force: Since the airport is located in an area with geographical and security challenges, the Air Force may have a presence to perform surveillance and protection tasks of the airspace.
Ministry of Public Health: This authority can play an important role in reviewing health and disease control protocols at the airport, especially in times of health emergencies.
It is critical that these government authorities work together to ensure regulatory compliance and provide a safe and efficient environment for travelers and airport operations at Toncontín International Airport. Due to its location in a mountainous area and its short runway, Toncontín Airport presents particular challenges that require careful coordination between authorities to ensure the safety of all users.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Dimensions |
2,021 x 45 m |
|
Orientation |
02/20 |
|
Surface |
|
|
Runway #2 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
2,021 x 45 m |
|
Orientation |
02/20 |
|
Surface |
|
Airport Infrastructure Details
| Infrastructure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
|
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refueling Point |
Yes |
|
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
N/A |
|
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
N/A |
|
Passenger Transportation to Platform |
Yes |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
|
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
Yes: CAT 5 |
|
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
N/A |
|
Operations Room |
Yes |
Ramp lighting |
|
|
Radar |
Yes |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
|
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
|
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
|
Operating Details |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Maximum size of aircraft that can unload bulk cargo |
Boeing 737 |
||
|
Maximum size of aircraft that can be unloaded to palletized cargo |
Boeing 757 |
||
|
Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
70,000 m² |
||
|
Cargo Handling Equipment |
|||
|
Elevators / Lifting Cranes (Hi Loaders) |
Yes |
Maximum Capacity (mt) |
N/A |
|
Maximum Height (m) |
N/A |
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Customs Guidance
Toncontin International Airport is the main airport in Honduras and has a lot of customs activities. The waiting time to clear customs usually varies depending on the volume of passengers arriving at the same time, but can usually take around an hour. It is advisable to carry all the necessary documents in order and at hand to avoid delays in the review process. Customs officers at the airport are professional and work to ensure passenger safety and compliance with customs regulations. It is recommended to be cordial and cooperative during the inspection process. Customs offices are located inside the airport, after going through passport control.
For more information about customs, please refer to the following link: 1.3 Customs Information and https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/
Airport Costs
NAVIGATION FEES
Honduras - 2.3 Road Network
The official roads of the country have an extension of 14,346 kilometers, according to information from the Honduran Road Fund. These roads are classified into four aggregates: primary road network; secondary road network; neighbourhood road network; Tertiary road network. Within the primary road network are the main roads linking cities or are of national importance, regardless of whether they are paved or not. The secondary road network is made up of the roads that connect towns and cities to the primary road network and have relevance at the departmental level. The neighborhood road network is made up of roads that connect secondary and primary road networks with towns and / or villages and have importance within the municipalities, The tertiary road network is made up of some trails built by private institutions and are not interference of the Honduran Road Fund.
Distance matrix
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Distances from the capital to major cities (km) |
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Tegucigalpa |
San Pedro Sula |
Ceiba |
Puerto Cortes |
Screen |
Comayagua |
Choluteca |
Santa Rosa de Copan |
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|
Tegucigalpa |
252 |
395 |
307 |
304 |
91.7 |
141 |
311 |
|
|
San Pedro Sula |
251 |
190 |
27.6 |
92.4 |
161 |
358 |
156 |
|
|
Ceiba |
402 |
191 |
165 |
101 |
312 |
508 |
337 |
|
|
Puerto Cortes |
306 |
54.1 |
242 |
144 |
216 |
412 |
211 |
|
|
Screen |
304 |
92.6 |
101 |
67,2 |
214 |
410 |
239 |
|
|
Comayagua |
91,1 |
162 |
312 |
148 |
214 |
198 |
298 |
|
|
Choluteca |
141 |
358 |
508 |
344 |
410 |
198 |
396 |
|
|
Santa Rosa de Copan |
311 |
157 |
338 |
175 |
240 |
215 |
398 |
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Time Matrix
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Travel time from the capital to major cities |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Tegucigalpa |
San Pedro Sula |
Ceiba |
Puerto Cortes |
Screen |
Comayagua |
Choluteca |
Santa Rosa de Copan |
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|
Tegucigalpa |
3 hr 54 min |
8 hr 12 min |
3 hr 41 min |
5 hr 10 min |
1h 26 min |
2 hr 46 min |
5 hr 40 min |
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|
San Pedro Sula |
3 hr 46 min |
3 hr 39 min |
58 min |
1 hr 53 min |
2 hr 37 min |
5 hr 25 min |
3 hr 10 min |
|
|
Ceiba |
6 hr 40 min |
3 hr 52 min |
4 hr 47 min |
2 hr 6 min |
5 hr 38 min |
8 hr 21 min |
6 hr 25 min |
|
|
Puerto Cortes |
4h 54 min |
57 min |
4 hr 41 min |
2 hr 53 min |
3 hr 47 min |
6 hr 18 min |
4 hr 19 min |
|
|
Tela |
4 hr 59 min |
1 hr 57 min |
2 hrs |
2 hr 49 min |
3 hr 54 min |
6 hr 31 min |
4 hr 43 min |
|
|
Comayagua |
1 hr 26 min |
2 hr 39 min |
5 hr 40 min |
3 hr 44 min |
3 hr 56 min |
3 hr 5 min |
4 hr 44 min |
|
|
Choluteca |
2 hr 39 min |
5 hr 29 min |
8 hr 21 min |
6 hr 26 min |
6 hr 34 min |
2 hr 56 min |
6 hr 57 min |
|
|
Santa Rosa de Copan |
5 hr 45 min |
3 hr 22 min |
6 hr 49 min |
4 hr 27 min |
5 hr 3 min |
4 hr 48 min |
7 hr 16 min |
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Security
In the Republic of Honduras, the Honduran Traffic Accident Information System is under the responsibility or competence of the National Traffic Directorate of Honduras.
It can be deduced that in Honduras the issue of road safety arose in 2005 (first actions), with the Program for Sustainable Institutional Strengthening of the Road Sector, with the study carried out by the firm THE LOUIS BERGER GROUP INC., in which policies are established, under the tutelage of the National Road Safety Council (CONASEVI).
Bridge scales and axle load limits
Honduras - 2.3.1 Land Border Crossing of El Florido
Overview
It is a “conventional” custom, with a lot of tourist traffic, since a few kilometers away are archaeological remains, and it is not enabled as a fiscal route neither by Honduras nor by Guatemala.
The customs buildings of Honduras and Guatemala are separated, with an esplanade in the middle that corresponds to the parking area for heavy vehicles. Building conditions are poor on both sides, without air conditioning and more deficient in the Honduras area.
The Agricultural Services of Honduras and Guatemala are located in a new booth, completely renovated with air conditioning and in better condition than the customs buildings. The issuance of the certificates was to begin at the same time, eliminating the double certification.
For the implementation of the process of deepening integration, Integrated Border Posts have been created, which have Trade Facilitation Centers to guarantee an agile passage of goods and Control Centers to attend to goods exempted from free circulation. To this is added the upcoming implementation of the Peripheral Customs of the Customs Union, which will serve to attend the customs operations of goods entering the single customs territory.
The Customs Union seeks to facilitate trade between Guatemala and Honduras, accelerating it and reducing its cost. The two countries have integrated their trade procedures at three common land borders: Agua Caliente, El Florido and Corinto. Instead of duplicating paperwork and paperwork on both sides of the border, trade between Honduras and Guatemala now requires only an online instrument called "FYDUCA" (Factura y Declaración Única Centroamericana).
In the customs union between Guatemala and Honduras, 75% of trade between the two countries was liberalized, making them more competitive and productive. This meant 50% of the Central American population and about 52% of intraregional trade.
The Customs Union model will work in two additional customs offices, El Amatillo and El Poy. The benefit in terms of the mobility of goods at the borders thanks to the Customs Union will make it possible to speed up the crossing procedures, a reduction in transaction costs for all exporters and for users of border points.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
The Florido |
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Province or district |
Copan |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
Sta Rosa de Copan 53 km |
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Latitude |
14°58′33.67 |
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Longitude |
-88°58′25.31 |
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Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
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Contact person |
Ever Matute / ematute@aduanas.gob.hn/ +504-87757035 |
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Travel schedules |
|
|---|---|
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Nearest international airport |
Ramon Villeda Morales Airport 196.6 km Travel time by truck: 4 h 5 min Travel time by car: 4 h 5 min |
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Nearest port |
Puerto Cortes 242.3 km Travel time by truck: 5 h 3 min Travel time by car: 5 h 3 min |
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Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
San Pedro Sula (Industrial City) Distance in km: 180 km Travel time by truck: 4 hrs 6 min Travel time by car: 4 hrs 6 min |
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Additional information |
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Hours of Operation |
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|---|---|
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Monday |
6:00–21:00 |
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Tuesday |
6:00–21:00 |
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Wednesday |
6:00–21:00 |
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Thursday |
6:00–21:00 |
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Friday |
6:00–21:00 |
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Saturday |
6:00–21:00 |
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Sunday |
6:00–21:00 |
|
National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
|
Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Daily capacity
This customs has a high traffic and the passage is relatively agile due to the integrated binational coordination that exists between the countries, on average it takes 6 minutes to make the border crossing thanks to the integration process between Guatemala and Honduras.
Private cars have their own lane at El Florido Customs. This lane is usually faster than the lane for trucks and buses.
Customs Clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Other relevant information
Since June 1, 2021, the advance electronic transmission of the Central American Single Declaration (DUCA) is mandatory for trade in goods originating in the region (DUCA-F) and for the import or export of goods with third countries (DUCA-D) at the three common border posts between Guatemala and Honduras: El Florido, Agua Caliente and El Corinto, as confirmed by SIECA.
This measure, the first to be implemented in the Central American region in a bilateral and coordinated manner, has a clear objective: to reduce transit and waiting times at common border posts, facilitating foreign trade operations, in compliance with Ministerial Instance Resolutions – UA 83/2020 and 59/2019.
All importers and exporters will be able to make use of the DUCA-F Advance Declaration, through the computer systems of the single windows of each country. In the case of Honduras, all exports with DUCA-F will be made through the Export Procedures Center (CENTREX) of the Ministry of Economic Development; and for Guatemala, through the Single Window for Exports (VUPE)
For the process of filling out and submitting the DUCA-F Advance Declaration of goods:
- The exporter must type, in the CENTREX system in the case of Honduras and VUPE for Guatemala, the information related to the definitive export regime and upload images of the documents that support the regime (commercial invoice and transport document)".
- CENTREX and VUPE will transmit the information to the computer system of the Customs Service, which will validate the information transmitted and record the Declaration.
- The Customs System of Honduras and Guatemala will send the information to the repository of the Secretariat for Central American Economic Integration (SIECA).
- The system of the countries will receive the validation of the Advance Declaration for the agile passage of the goods.
Honduras - 2.3.2 Land Border Crossing of Agua Caliente
Overview
The Agua Caliente land customs office is located in the municipality of Santa Fe, Department of Ocotepeque. It also operates under the Customs Union scheme between Honduras and Guatemala, which entered into force in June 2017.
This juxtaposed custom was to change to integrated customs in a few days, with Honduran customs officials moving to the Guatemalan customs building.
Agua Caliente resumes its customs operations, with the authorization of the Bailey bridge located at kilometer 234 of the CA-10 road route at the height of the dividing line between the republics of Honduras and Guatemala.
The installation of the Bailey bridge will guarantee the circulation and transit in a safe and suitable way for the means of transport and the general population that make their passage through the aforementioned customs. In the same way, it will provide better security to users, restoring normality in the attention of customs operations and other services provided by the institutions of both countries.
Between 2016 and 2021 the Agua Caliente customs has been among the top ten main customs, according to its level of collection.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Name of border crossing point |
Agua Caliente |
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Province or district |
Ocotepeque |
|
Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
Santa Rosa de Copan |
|
Latitude |
14°52′59" N |
|
Longitude |
88°49′00" W |
|
Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
|
Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
|
Travel schedules |
|
|---|---|
|
Nearest international airport |
Palmerola International Airport 354.3 km Travel time by truck: 7 h 18 min Travel time by car: 7 h 18 min |
|
Nearest port |
Puerto Cortes 324.2 km Travel time by truck: 6 h 49 min Travel time by car: 6 h 49 min |
|
Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Ocotepeque Municipal Market 21.5 km Travel time by truck: 32 min Travel time by car: 32 min |
|
Additional information |
|
|
Opening hours |
|
|---|---|
|
Monday |
8:00–17:30 |
|
Tuesday |
8:00–17:30 |
|
Wednesday |
8:00–17:30 |
|
Thursday |
8:00–17:30 |
|
Friday |
8:00–17:30 |
|
Saturday |
8:00–12:00 |
|
Sunday |
8:00–12:00 |
|
National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
|
Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Daily capacity
Every day they make their passage through the Agua Caliente customs between 100 to 120 means of transport that carry out customs operations to this is added the light vehicles that transit for tourism, medical and minor trade issues. "
As a facilitation measure, the integrated Corinth border point was made available to the alternate route for the entry or exit of goods from or to Guatemala in means of transport of heavy loads, reinforcing a greater number of personnel and extending opening hours.
Customs Clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Other relevant information
Since June 1, 2021, the advance electronic transmission of the Central American Single Declaration (DUCA) is mandatory for trade in goods originating in the region (DUCA-F) and for the import or export of goods with third countries (DUCA-D) at the three common border posts between Guatemala and Honduras: El Florido, Agua Caliente and El Corinto, as confirmed by SIECA.
This measure, the first to be implemented in the Central American region in a bilateral and coordinated manner, has a clear objective: to reduce transit and waiting times at common border posts, facilitating foreign trade operations, in compliance with Ministerial Instance Resolutions -UA 83/2020 and 59/2019.
All importers and exporters will be able to make use of the DUCA-F Advance Declaration, through the computer systems of the single windows of each country. In the case of Honduras, all exports with DUCA-F will be made through the Export Procedures Center (CENTREX) of the Ministry of Economic Development; and for Guatemala, through the Single Window for Exports (VUPE)
For the process of filling out and submitting the DUCA-F Advance Declaration of goods:
- The exporter must type, in the CENTREX system in the case of Honduras and VUPE for Guatemala, the information related to the definitive export regime and upload images of the documents that support the regime (Commercial invoice and transport document)".
- CENTREX and VUPE will transmit the information to the computer system of the Customs Service, which will validate the information transmitted and register the Declaration.
- The Customs System of Honduras and Guatemala will send the information to the repository of the Secretariat for Central American Economic Integration (SIECA).
- The system of the countries will receive the validation of the Advance Declaration for the agile passage of the goods.
Honduras - 2.3.3 Land Border Crossing of El Poy
Overview
It is an integrated custom, the officials of Honduras and El Salvador are in the building of El Salvador, a building of about forty-two years old (year of construction 1963), in good condition, air conditioning, with a spacious parking for trucks, about 200 meters that, at the time of the visit, at eight o'clock in the morning it was empty. Although there were trucks outside the customs, in the area of El Salvador.
The El Poy was implemented jointly for El Salvador and Honduras as bordering countries, the study analyzes in detail the processing of customs operations, in order to identify obstacles or bottlenecks in the border crossing and implement the solutions that are necessary, the study does not include the Customs – Companies partnership approach, which can be elaborated address in an effort in the near future.
Governments and the trade industry share a deep interest in facilitating the passage of goods. Therefore, the activities related to the calculation and recording of the time required in the clearance of goods provide relevant information to introduce improvements in processes or identify changes in regulatory matters in order to guarantee effective trade facilitation.
The El Poy border crossing in the north of Chalatenango will be the first to have the infrastructure for the full functioning of the Customs Union. It is expected to be ready in November this year and will incorporate segregated lanes and the integration of computer systems.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
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Province or district |
Ocotepeque |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
New city Ocotepeque 391 km logistics corridor |
|
Latitude |
14,3706 |
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Longitude |
-89.2099 |
|
Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
|
Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
|
Travel schedules |
|
|---|---|
|
Nearest international airport |
Palmerola International Airport 342.3 km Travel time by truck: 7 h 1 min Travel time by car: 7 h 1 min |
|
Nearest port |
Puerto Cortes 312.2 km Travel time by truck: 6 h 38 min Travel time by car: 6 h 38 min |
|
Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Central Market of Ocotepeque 8.6 km Travel time by truck: 16 min Travel time by car: 16 min |
|
Additional information |
|
|
Opening hours |
|
|---|---|
|
Monday |
Open 24 hours |
|
Tuesday |
Open 24 hours |
|
Wednesday |
Open 24 hours |
|
Thursday |
Open 24 hours |
|
Friday |
Open 24 hours |
|
Saturday |
Open 24 hours |
|
Sunday |
Open 24 hours |
|
National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
|
Seasonal Constraints |
September-November |
Daily capacity
The data received is that there is a daily traffic of 100 trucks, likewise it has a traffic of 300 containers per day on average, about 25% of El Amatillo, 440 vehicles pass per day and in 2022 117,000 operations were made.
Customs Clearance
- Commercial Invoice (original):
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Other relevant information
Since June 1, 2021, the advance electronic transmission of the Central American Single Declaration (DUCA) is mandatory for trade in goods originating in the region (DUCA-F) and for the import or export of goods with third countries (DUCA-D) at the three common border posts between Guatemala and Honduras: El Florido, Agua Caliente and El Corinto, as confirmed by SIECA.
This measure, the first to be implemented in the Central American region in a bilateral and coordinated manner, has a clear objective: to reduce transit and waiting times at common border posts, facilitating foreign trade operations, in compliance with Ministerial Instance Resolutions -UA 83/2020 and 59/2019.
All importers and exporters will be able to make use of the DUCA-F Advance Declaration, through the computer systems of the single windows of each country. In the case of Honduras, all exports with DUCA-F will be made through the Export Procedures Center (CENTREX) of the Ministry of Economic Development; and for Guatemala, through the Single Window for Exports (VUPE)
For the process of filling out and submitting the DUCA-F Advance Declaration of goods:
- The exporter must type, in the CENTREX system in the case of Honduras and VUPE for Guatemala, the information related to the definitive export regime and upload images of the documents that support the regime (Commercial invoice and transport document)".
- CENTREX and VUPE will transmit the information to the computer system of the Customs Service, which will validate the information transmitted and register the Declaration.
- The Customs System of Honduras and Guatemala will send the information to the repository of the Secretariat for Central American Economic Integration (SIECA).
- The system of the countries will receive the validation of the Advance Declaration for the agile passage of the goods.
It is of vital importance to establish the baseline of binational clearance times1 of the import, export and transit regimes at the El Poy border, before the entry into force of the Customs Union, and to be able to quantify the improvements to the processes integrated at that border, the time during which the customs or other type of border control body exercises verification controls causes the general movement to stop. of goods and has become an increasingly important issue for international trade operators and end-users.
For more information on the contact details of the Government, please consult the following link: https://pdf.usaid.gov/pdf_docs/PA00ZF4Q.pdf
Honduras - 2.3.4 Land Border Crossing of Mocalempa
Overview
The Mocalempa Customs is located in the Commonwealth of Mapulaca, integrated by the municipalities of Mapulaca, Virginia, Piraera and La Virtud, located in the south of the department of Lempira, and particularly on the border line between Honduras and El Salvador.
For a better purpose of facilitating the payment of taxes to the customs user and combating smuggling, the government of the republic, through the presidential commission for the integral reform of the Customs System and Trade Operators (Cprisao), inaugurated the Mocalempa customs, in the Mapulaca commonwealth, south of the department of Lempira, border between El Salvador and Honduras.
The following services will be offered at the new customs office:
- Trade, through the payment of taxes for imports and exports.
- Immigration control for entry and exit from the country.
- Quarantine Control.
- Presence of the Lenca-Sumpul Joint Task Force.
Customs services are offered for minor trade through the payment of taxes for imports and exports, immigration control for entry and exit from the country and quarantine control.
The custom was opened with the objective to the customs user to comply with the obligation to pay for attributes and combat smuggling.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
|
|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
Mocalempa |
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Province or district |
Lempira |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
La Concepción |
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Latitude |
14.025814042782029 |
|
Longitude |
-88.62661251232545 |
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Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
|
Name of border crossing point |
Fausto Calix |
|
Travel schedules |
|
|---|---|
|
Nearest international airport |
Palmerola International Airport 222.3 km Travel time by truck: 5 hrs 46 min Travel time by car: 5 hrs 46 min |
|
Nearest port |
Puerto Cortes 352.3 km Travel time by truck: 7 h 37 min Travel time by car: 7 h 37 min |
|
Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Mapulaca Market 1.5 km Travel time by truck: 19 min Travel time by car: 19 min |
|
Additional information |
|
|
Opening hours |
|
|---|---|
|
Monday |
7:00–17:00 |
|
Tuesday |
7:00–17:00 |
|
Wednesday |
7:00–17:00 |
|
Thursday |
7:00–17:00 |
|
Friday |
7:00–17:00 |
|
Saturday |
8:00–12:00 |
|
Sunday |
Closed |
|
National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
|
Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Honduras - 2.3.5 Land Border Crossing of La Concordia
Overview
The agreement with the decision to create a customs office in this area of Nahuaterique, not only sought to benefit its almost 7 thousand inhabitants, but also the surrounding populations, including Marcala, La Esperanza and other sectors that use this route for trade and thereby boost the economic activity of the department of La Paz.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Name of border crossing point |
La Concordia |
|
Province or district |
Marcala, La Paz |
|
Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
La Paz 92.4 km |
|
Latitude |
14°37′56.05 |
|
Longitude |
-86°40′25.32 |
|
Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
|
Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
|
Travel schedules |
|
|---|---|
|
Nearest international airport |
Palmerola International Airport 117.2 km Travel time by truck: 2 h 35 min Travel time by car: 2 h 35 min |
|
Nearest port |
Port of Amapala 163.5 km Travel time by truck: 4 h 16 min Travel time by car: 4 h 16 min |
|
Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Municipal Market 140.7 km Travel time by truck: 3 hrs 19 min Travel time by car: 3 hrs 19 min |
|
Additional information |
|
|
Opening hours |
|
|---|---|
|
Monday |
8:00 – 16:00 |
|
Tuesday |
8:00 – 16:00 |
|
Wednesday |
8:00 – 16:00 |
|
Thursday |
8:00 – 16:00 |
|
Friday |
8:00 – 16:00 |
|
Saturday |
Closed |
|
Sunday |
Closed |
|
National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
|
Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Customs clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Honduras - 2.3.6 Land Border Crossing of El Amatillo
Overview
With normal attention in the clearance of goods and customs operations corresponding to import, export and transit of land cargo carriers works the Customs "El Amatillo in the municipality of Goascoran, Valle, informed the Customs Administration of Honduras.
The entrance to the customs of El Salvador from Honduras is made passing over a bridge about a hundred meters before the customs, bridge that was collapsed, with an access to the customs with great difficulty because of the narrowness of the road, and once you leave the bridge, you have to make a sharp turn, when the customs building was in front, slowing down the circulation.
https://pdf.usaid.gov/pdf_docs/PA00ZF5F.pdf
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Border crossing point location and contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
El Amatillo |
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Province or district |
Valle |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
Nacaome 36.1 km |
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Latitude |
14° 30' 00" |
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Longitude |
88° 48' 00" |
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Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
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Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
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Travel schedules |
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|---|---|
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Nearest international airport |
Tocotín International Airport 170.5 km Travel time by truck: 2 h 22 min Travel time by car: 2 h 22 min |
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Nearest port |
Port of Amapala 60.4 km Travel time by truck: 1 h 41 min Travel time by car: 1 h 41 min |
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Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Nacaome Municipal Market 34.8 km Travel time by truck: 38 min Travel time by car: 38 min |
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Additional information |
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Opening hours |
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|---|---|
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Monday |
6:00–22:00 |
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Tuesday |
6:00–22:00 |
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Wednesday |
6:00–22:00 |
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Thursday |
6:00–22:00 |
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Friday |
6:00–22:00 |
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Saturday |
6:00–22:00 |
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Sunday |
6:00–22:00 |
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National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
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Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Daily capacity
It is one of the most important entry and exit points between both countries. This border crossing is a crucial route for trade and transport of people, generating a significant level of traffic on a daily basis.
As for the traffic of private cars in El Amatillo, it is important to bear in mind that this border point is mainly used by commercial cargo vehicles and freight transport. While there is no specific lane for private cars separate from cargo traffic, lines of vehicles are usually established in order of arrival to facilitate the process of reviewing documents and customs procedures.
Given the constant flow of commercial vehicles, the El Amatillo border crossing can experience periods of high congestion and extended wait time, especially during peak hours and peak business days.
Customs clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Honduras - 2.3.7 Land Border Crossing of Guasaule
Overview
It is a custom integrated in a building in Nicaragua. The state of the facilities is good, air conditioning, with two parking lots for heavy vehicles, one very large (capacity one hundred trucks), with a reconnaissance area with a capacity of eight trucks at the entrance to Nicaragua, and another large but smaller in the direction of the entrance Honduras.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
Guasaule |
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Province or district |
Choluteca |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
Choluteca 45.6 km |
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Latitude |
13° 3' 46" |
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Longitude |
-86° 57' 1" |
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Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
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Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
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Travel schedules |
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|---|---|
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Nearest international airport |
Toncontín International Airport 183 km Travel time by truck: 3 hrs 25 min Travel time by car: 3 hrs 25 min |
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Nearest port |
Henecan Port 80.2 km Travel time by truck: 1 h 30 min Travel time by car: 1 h 30 min |
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Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Choluteca Municipal Market 45.3 km Travel time by truck: 1 hrs Travel time by car: 1 hrs |
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Additional information |
The international transits Honduras-Nicaragua enter directly into Nicaragua, since the verification of the transit guide (the DTI) is simultaneous. Both countries have electronic connection. |
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Opening hours |
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|---|---|
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Monday |
Open 24 hours |
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Tuesday |
Open 24 hours |
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Wednesday |
Open 24 hours |
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Thursday |
Open 24 hours |
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Friday |
Open 24 hours |
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Saturday |
Open 24 hours |
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Sunday |
Open 24 hours |
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National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
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Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Daily capacity
At Aduana Guasaule, both private cars and commercial vehicles share the same entry and exit point. There is no separate lane specifically for private cars. This means that private cars must queue up alongside cargo and commercial transport vehicles to complete customs formalities.
The Guasaule Customs border crossing experiences a high level of traffic on a daily basis, especially due to trade and transport activity between Honduras and Nicaragua. During peak periods, such as weekdays and holiday seasons, traffic can increase significantly, which can result in extended wait times at the border. The daily truck traffic is about three hundred vehicles.
Customs clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Honduras - 2.3.8 Land Border Crossing of La Fraternidad
Overview
La Fraternidad is a land border custom located in the Municipality of San Marcos de Colon, in the Department of Choluteca in the place La Fraternidad, more popularly known as EL ESPINO.
Currently this customs functions as a juxtaposed type, since in the customs of El Espino there is a Honduran official and in La Fraternidad a Nicaraguan official.
Like most of the border customs between Honduras and Nicaragua, according to Records Recorded in books of nineteen seventy-three, this custom served as military guard. This border post was historically a meeting point for Central American personalities and presidents. In this way the customs have functioned as a transit custom, since as a result of the opening of the customs "El Guasaule" the transit of merchandise has decreased.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
La Fraternidad |
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Province or district |
Choluteca |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
San Marcos de Colon 9.4 km |
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Latitude |
14°31′59.99″ |
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Longitude |
-89.08333° |
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Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
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Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
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Travel schedules |
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|---|---|
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Nearest international airport |
Toncontin International Airport 206.4 km Travel time by truck: 3 h 55 min Travel time by car: 3 h 55 min |
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Nearest port |
El Henecán Port 103.5 km Travel time by truck: 1 h 51 min Travel time by car: 1 h 51 min |
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Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Municipal Marking Immaculate Conception 67.5 km Travel time by truck: 1 hrs 26 min Travel time by car: 1 hrs 26 min |
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Additional information |
Within the enclosure there is a large tonnage scale, where another procedure is carried out within customs, with competence of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure. |
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Opening hours |
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|---|---|
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Monday |
Open 24 hours |
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Tuesday |
Open 24 hours |
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Wednesday |
Open 24 hours |
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Thursday |
Open 24 hours |
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Friday |
Open 24 hours |
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Saturday |
Open 24 hours |
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Sunday |
Open 24 hours |
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National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
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Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Daily capacity
At custom La Fraternidad, private cars share the same point of entry and exit with other vehicles, including commercial and cargo transport vehicles. There is no separate lane specifically for private cars. This means that private cars must queue up with other vehicles to complete customs formalities.
Customs clearance
- Commercial Invoice (original):
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
- Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
- Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
- FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
- category A and B: Phytosanitary Certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Honduras - 2.3.9 Land Border Crossing of Las Manos
Overview
Customs Hands; in the North-East of the country; in Danlí, Department of El Paraíso.
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Border Crossing Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of Border Crossing |
Las Manos |
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Province or District |
El Paraiso |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Yuscarán 92.2 km |
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Latitude |
13°51'0" |
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Longitude |
- 86°33'0" |
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Managing Authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
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Contact Person |
Fausto Calix |
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Travel schedules |
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|---|---|
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Nearest international airport |
Toncotín International Airport 135.7 km Travel time by truck: 2 h 52 min Travel time by car: 2 h 52 min |
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Nearest port |
Henecan Port 237.7 km Travel time by truck: 4 h 53 min Travel time by car: 4 h 53 min |
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Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Municipal Market of El Paraiso 12 km Travel time by truck: 20 min Travel time by car: 20 min |
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Additional information |
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Opening hours |
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|---|---|
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Monday |
6:00 – 18:00 |
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Tuesday |
6:00 – 18:00 |
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Wednesday |
6:00 – 18:00 |
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Thursday |
6:00 – 18:00 |
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Friday |
6:00 – 18:00 |
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Saturday |
6:00 – 16:00 |
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Sunday |
6:00 – 16:00 |
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National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
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Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Customs clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Other relevant information
Information taken from: https://www.oie.sieca.int/documentos/ver/InformePlandeInversionesAduanasPerif%C3%A9ricasyLimitacionesenlasadunasIntrarregional.pdf
Honduras - 2.3.10 Land Border Crossing of Las Trojes
Overview
The facilities available at this customs office are usually basic, including checkpoints, immigration, and customs offices, as well as some basic services such as shops and restaurants.
When crossing through this border crossing, travelers often face some common difficulties. Among them are possible delays in immigration and customs procedures due to the volume of people crossing the border.
This is a border with a high transit of migrants who come from several countries in South and Central America, especially Venezuela and Colombia.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
Las Trojes |
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Province or district |
El Paraiso |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
Danlí 79.7 km |
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Latitude |
14°04'54" |
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Longitude |
-86°00'00" |
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Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
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Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
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Travel schedules |
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|---|---|
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Nearest international airport |
Tocotín International Airport 180.6 km Travel time by truck: 4 h 42 min Travel time by car: 4 h 42 min |
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Nearest port |
Henecan Port 282.6 km Travel time by truck: 6 h 39 min Travel time by car: 6 h 39 min |
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Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Tegucigalpa 170.7 km Travel time by truck: 4 hrs 7 min Travel time by car: 4 hrs 7 min |
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Additional information |
|
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Opening hours |
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|---|---|
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Monday |
7:00–17:00 |
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Tuesday |
7:00–17:00 |
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Wednesday |
7:00–17:00 |
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Thursday |
7:00–17:00 |
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Friday |
7:00–17:00 |
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Saturday |
7:00–17:00 |
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Sunday |
Closed |
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National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times.
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Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Daily capacity
As for traffic, it is common for there to be a constant flow of people and vehicles crossing the border in both directions, including private cars and cargo vehicles. However, due to the more remote location of Trojes compared to other border crossings, the level of traffic may vary depending on the season and the economic or political situation in the region.
It is important to note that wait times at the border can vary, especially during periods of high demand or during more rigorous inspection processes. It is always advisable to make sure you have the required documentation to avoid possible mishaps when crossing the border in Trojes, Honduras.
Customs clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Honduras - 2.3.11 Land Border Crossing of Toncontin
Overview
The Toncontín Customs is located in the central area of the country, in Tegucigalpa, Department of Francisco Morazán.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
Toncontin |
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Province or district |
Tegucigalpa |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
Tegucigalpa |
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Latitude |
14°3′37.74 |
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Longitude |
-87°13′9.61 |
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Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
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Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
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Travel schedules |
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|---|---|
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Nearest international airport |
Toncotín International Airport 1.4 km Travel time by truck: 3 min Travel time by car: 3 min |
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Nearest port |
Port of Henecan 110.7 km Travel time by truck: 2 h 4 min Travel time by car: 2 h 4 min |
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Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Belen Zonal Market 7.5 km Travel time by truck: 14 min Travel time by car: 14 min |
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Additional information |
|
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Opening hours |
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|---|---|
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Monday |
8:00–5:00 |
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Tuesday |
8:00–5:00 |
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Wednesday |
8:00–5:00 |
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Thursday |
8:00–5:00 |
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Friday |
8:00–5:00 |
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Saturday |
Closed |
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Sunday |
Closed |
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National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
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Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Customs clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Honduras - 2.3.12 Land Border Crossing of El Corinto
Overview
The Customs of Corinto is located in the northern zone of Honduras, in the Department of Cortés.
This new customs territory is consolidated as a more attractive market for investors because it contains half of the Central American population, among other benefits.
For the implementation of the process of deepening integration, Integrated Border Posts have been created, which have Trade Facilitation Centers to guarantee an agile passage of goods and Control Centers to attend to goods exempted from free circulation. To this is added the upcoming implementation of the Peripheral Customs of the Customs Union, which will serve to attend the customs operations of goods entering the single customs territory.
The Customs Union seeks to facilitate trade between Guatemala and Honduras, accelerating it and reducing its cost. The two countries have integrated their trade procedures at three common land borders: Agua Caliente, El Florido and Corinto. Instead of duplicating paperwork and paperwork on both sides of the border, trade between Honduras and Guatemala now requires only an online instrument called "FYDUCA" (Factura y Declaración Única Centroamericana).
In the customs union between Guatemala and Honduras, 75% of trade between the two countries was liberalized, making them more competitive and productive. This meant 50% of the Central American population and about 52% of intraregional trade.
The Customs Union model will work in two additional customs offices, El Amatillo and El Poy. The benefit in terms of the mobility of goods at the borders thanks to the Customs Union will make it possible to speed up the crossing procedures, a reduction in transaction costs for all exporters and for users of border points.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
El Corinto |
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Province or district |
Cortes |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
Puerto Cortes 75.1 |
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Latitude |
15° 34' 58" |
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Longitude |
-88° 22' 14" |
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Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
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Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
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Travel schedules |
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|---|---|
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Nearest international airport |
Ramon Villeda Morales Airport 125.1 km Travel time by truck: 2 h 12 min Travel time by car: 2 h 12 min |
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Nearest port |
Puerto Cortes 60.0 km Travel time by truck: 1 h 12 min Travel time by car: 1 h 12 min |
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Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Puerto Cortes Industrial Zone 60 km Travel time by truck: 1 hrs Travel time by car: 1 hrs |
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Additional information |
|
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Opening hours |
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|---|---|
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Monday |
5:00 –10:00 |
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Tuesday |
5:00 –10:00 |
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Wednesday |
5:00 –10:00 |
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Thursday |
5:00 –10:00 |
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Friday |
5:00 –10:00 |
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Saturday |
5:00 –10:00 |
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Sunday |
5:00 –10:00 |
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National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
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Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Daily capacity
With the implementation of the FYDUCA within the Customs Union between Guatemala and Honduras, it has been possible to facilitate trade and competitiveness of companies by eliminating the times used in customs management thanks to its implementation. The average transit time is 30 min.
Customs clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Honduras - 2.3.13 Land Border Crossing of La Mesa
Overview
The custom of La Mesa is located inside the Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport.
With the main objective with the measures established above is to avoid the interruption of national and regional trade, providing ease and agility to imports and exports.
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Border crossing point location and contact |
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|---|---|
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Name of border crossing point |
La Mesa |
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Province or district |
La Lima |
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Nearest city with distance from the border crossing |
San Pedro Sula 13.9 km |
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Latitude |
13°48'0" |
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Longitude |
-86°52'0" |
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Managing authority / Agency |
Honduran Customs Administration |
|
Contact person |
Fausto Calix |
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Travel schedules |
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|---|---|
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Nearest international airport |
Ramon Villeda Morales Airport 1.7 km Travel time by truck: 4 min Travel time by car: 4 min |
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Nearest port |
Puerto Cortes 66.0 km Travel time by truck: 1 h 11 min Travel time by car: 1 h 11 min |
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Closest location with operating wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity. |
Guamilito Market 16.7 Km Travel time by truck: 28 min Travel time by car: 28 min |
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Additional information |
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Opening hours |
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Monday |
7 a.m to 9 p.m |
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Tuesday |
7 a.m to 9 p.m |
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Wednesday |
7 a.m to 9 p.m |
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Thursday |
7 a.m to 9 p.m |
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Friday |
7 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
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Saturday |
7 a.m to 9 p.m |
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Sunday |
7 a.m to 9 p.m |
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National holidays |
New Year's Eve (January 1) Good Friday (March/April) Holy Saturday (March/April) Easter (March/April) Labor Day (May 1) Independence Day (September 15) Christmas (December 25)
Border points between Honduras and its neighboring countries usually close on these holidays. However, it is important to check with border authorities for up-to-date information on closing times. |
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Seasonal limitations |
September-November |
Daily capacity
According to the National Institute of Statistics of Honduras (INE), the daily capacity of La Mesa Customs in Honduras is 1,000 20-foot containers (TEU). However, actual capacity is usually lower, due to factors such as the availability of personnel, equipment, and infrastructure.
Customs clearance
The Original Invoice must be formulated in the Spanish language or its corresponding translation attached. That commercial invoice shall contain at least the following information:
- Name and address of the seller;
- Place and date of issue;
- Name and address of the buyer of the goods;
- Detailed description of the goods, by make, model or style;
- Quantity of the goods;
- Unit and total value of the goods; and
- Terms agreed with the seller. When the commercial description of the goods included in the commercial invoice comes in code or codes, the importer must attach to the invoice a list of the information duly decoded.
2. Letter of the means of transport (original):
- Present the transport document that has been contracted and negotiated.
3. Customs Value Declaration (DVA) (original)
4. FAUCA (simple copy):
- Certificate of Origin
5. Phytosanitary Export Certificate of the country of origin (simple copy)
6. category A and B: Phytosanitary certificate (original)
In the case of urgent shipments (DE SOCORRO), the clearance procedure established in Decree No. 147-2020 — Law for the Facilitation of International Humanitarian Assistance in the Event of Disaster and Initial Recovery will apply.
Honduras - 2.5 Waterway Assessment
In Honduras, inland waterways play a vital role in transporting goods and people, especially in remote regions like Gracias a Dios. This region has a number of rivers, such as the Patuca, that have historically been used as transportation arteries to connect isolated communities and carry out trade in essential goods. Currently, these roads are essential for access to basic services and the movement of goods in an area that is difficult to access by road.
However, the capacity of the waterways in Gracias a Dios is limited by several challenges. Bottlenecks include navigation on shallow rivers during the dry season and lack of adequate infrastructure at river ports. In addition, the absence of maintenance and lack of investment in these areas have led to sediment accumulation and difficulty in navigation, which affects the carrying capacity and frequency of trips.
For more information on government contact details, please refer to the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Company Information
In Honduras, and particularly in regions like Gracias a Dios, private transport companies play a vital role in moving cargo and passengers along waterways. These companies often operate barges, speedboats and specialized vessels to provide transportation services in areas difficult to access by road. Competition in this sector can be varied, with some companies competing in terms of rates, frequency and quality of service.
Over time, problems have arisen in the private waterway transportation sector, including concerns related to safety and security. Since some areas can be remote and prone to extreme weather conditions, businesses face challenges in ensuring the safety of operations and passengers. In addition, the lack of proper regulation and supervision in some regions has led to incidents in the past, underscoring the importance of implementing more rigorous safety and security measures.
For more information on the contact details of inland waterway companies, please refer to the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterway Company Contact List.
Travel Time Matrix
Travel time from main port to other major ports by Ferry
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Roatan |
Puerto Cortes |
Puerto Lempira |
Puerto Castilla |
Port of La Ceiba |
Port San Lorenzo |
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Roatan |
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NA |
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NA |
NA |
NA |
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Puerto Cortes |
6 hr 55 min |
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NA |
NA |
NA |
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Puerto Lempira |
1 hr 15 min |
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Puerto Castilla |
8 hr 3 min |
NA |
NA |
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NA |
NA |
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Port of La Ceiba |
1 hr 15 min |
NA |
18 hr 30 min |
NA |
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NA |
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San Lorenzo |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
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Port Information
Key port information
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La Ceiba |
Puerto Castilla |
Puerto Cortes |
Henecan |
Coxen Hole |
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Location |
Atlantis |
Trujillo, Colon |
Puerto Cortes |
San Lorenzo |
Bay Islands |
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Connection with other transport (Land / river / air) |
Land-Maritime |
Land-Maritime |
Land-Maritime |
Land-Maritime |
Land-Maritime |
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Storage capacity (m 2 and m3) |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
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Cargo handling equipment |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
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Customs available (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Other comments |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Honduras - 2.6 Storage assessment
The main purpose of warehouses in Honduras is the development of activities related to the storage of goods or merchandise, and may carry out operations related to the line of business.
The number, location and size of warehouses are a function of customer service provided and economies of scale. A small number of large warehouses provides cost dimensions, but will offer less operability and flexibility. On the contrary, a large number of small warehouses, while allowing greater proximity to the customer and a more agile and flexible service, will lead to higher storage costs.
In Honduras, warehousing facilities play a crucial role in the logistics and distribution of goods and services throughout the country. Although efforts have been made to improve storage infrastructure, there are challenges that limit the ability to fully meet current needs.
Storage facilities in Honduras are mainly located in major cities and urban areas, making them difficult to access in remote and rural regions. This creates an imbalance in the distribution and supply of goods, negatively affecting remote communities and generating logistical bottlenecks in certain areas.
For more information on the contact details of the storage company, please refer to the following link: 4.6 Contact list of storage and milling companies.
Commercial Storage
In addition to the challenges in the storage infrastructure in Honduras, it is important to mention that the commercial sector has experienced significant growth in the demand for logistics services. Local and international companies have sought to establish operations in the country due to its strategic location in Central America, which has driven the development of the commercial storage sector.
To meet the growing needs of businesses, modern and specialized warehousing facilities have emerged in different sectors such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and e-commerce logistics. These warehouses offer more efficient solutions for the storage and distribution of products, including advanced inventory control systems and tracking technologies.
Despite these advances, there are still opportunities to improve efficiency and logistics capacity in the country. Collaboration between the public and private sectors, along with investment in infrastructure and technology, will be key to addressing the challenges and harnessing Honduras' potential as a regional logistics hub. With these improvements, commercial storage in Honduras is expected to continue to evolve and contribute to the country's economic development.
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Location |
Owner |
Available for rent |
Capacity (Tm / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
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Premier Warehouse Complex, Blvr. del Este, San Pedro Sula 21101 |
Logiko |
Yes |
3,200 m² |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Complejo La Cañada, Anillo periférico Sur, Calle a International School, Tegucigalpa 11101 |
DHL Global Forwarding |
Yes |
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Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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omplejo Calpules, Km.7, exit to La Lima, 300mts before the toll, in front of Terminal de Ruta 2, Zona El Polvorin, La Lima |
DHL Global Forwarding |
Yes |
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Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Parque Industrial Zip Búfalo, Nave 2B, Villanueva, Cortes, Honduras. |
GLC Honduras |
Yes |
15,700 m² |
Unspecified |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Parque Industrial Sur, Bodega 28, Choloma Honduras |
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Perfecto Vasquez, 33Street, 1st. Ave. Sector El Polvorín, Bodegas Las Torres 2, Nave 7, San Pedro Sula, Cortes |
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Ofibodegas Premier Corporate Park, Aldea La cañada Anillo Periferico, DC |
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[1] Warehouse type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse access: Elevated, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Storage used by humanitarian organizations
Supplies have to be protected somewhere until they can be distributed or used; But it is not only a question of finding a place to store the products, but also an organized system must be used to know the type, quantity and location of the existing provisions in that place, as well as the forecast of
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Location |
Owner |
Available for rent |
Capacity (Tm / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Tegucigalpa |
Doctors of the world |
No |
24 meters |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Tegucigalpa |
Oxfam Intermon Foundation |
No |
NA |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Comayagua |
World Food Programme (WFP) |
Yes |
2205 |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Santa Rosa de Copán
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World Food Programme (WFP) |
Yes |
1,000 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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San Lorenzo, Valley |
World Food Programme (WFP) |
Yes |
1,768 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Thank goodness |
World Food Programme (WFP) |
No |
240 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Tegucigalpa |
Honduran Red Cross |
No |
2,596 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Tegucigalpa |
PAHO/WHO |
No |
1,100 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
[1] Warehouse type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse access: Elevated, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Storage for the public sector
In the public sector, COPECO warehouses in Honduras are a fundamental piece of the country's emergency management system, providing a response to natural disasters and crisis situations. Their infrastructure and capacity make these warehouses a valuable resource to protect and assist vulnerable communities in times of need.
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Location |
Owner |
Available for rent |
Capacity (Tm / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Choluteca |
COPECO |
No |
585.33 m³ |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Tegucigalpa |
COPECO |
No |
2,394 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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San Lorenzo |
COPECO |
No |
184.5 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Comayagua |
COPECO |
No |
650.25 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Santa Barbara |
COPECO |
No |
295.37 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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San Pedro Sula |
COPECO |
No |
600 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Santa Rosa de Copán |
COPECO |
No |
3889.59 m³ |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Colon |
COPECO |
No |
720 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Danli |
COPECO |
No |
198.47 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Puerto Lempira |
COPECO |
No |
384.89 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Yoro |
COPECO |
No |
13,038 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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La Ceiba |
COPECO |
No |
1,264 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
|
Thank goodness |
COPECO |
No |
225 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
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Roatan |
COPECO |
No |
800 m² |
Other |
Flat |
Appears intact |
[1] Warehouse type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse access: Elevated, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Cold chain
Cold chain options in Honduras are critical to ensuring the proper storage and distribution of medicines and vaccines that require controlled temperatures to maintain their effectiveness. In the country, there are different alternatives to maintain the cold chain, which include both specialized storage facilities and refrigerated transport systems.
Major health centers and hospitals in urban areas have specialized refrigerators and freezers for storing temperature-sensitive medicines and vaccines. In addition, regional warehouses have been established that act as distribution centers to supply different areas of the country.
However, despite the efforts made, Honduras faces specific challenges related to drug and vaccine storage options. Storage infrastructure in some rural areas may be limited, making it difficult to access and timely availability of temperature-sensitive medical products in remote communities. In addition, lack of proper maintenance and monitoring of refrigeration facilities can lead to cold chain failures, putting the quality and efficacy of stored products at risk. To address these issues, it is essential to make investments in infrastructure and staff training, as well as to establish robust temperature monitoring and control procedures throughout the medical supply chain.
Honduras - 2.7 Milling Assessment
In Honduras, the processing capacity of grains such as wheat flour and maize flour has been a crucial component in its food industry. The country has processing facilities and plants that have evolved to meet local demand for these commodities. Wheat flour is widely used in the making of bread, cakes, and other products in the food industry, while maize flour is instrumental in the preparation of traditional foods such as tortillas and tamales.
Factories and mills have adopted advanced technologies to optimize production, achieving greater speed and flexibility to meet market demand. Despite these improvements, the country faces obstacles in accessing raw material locally, especially for wheat flour, as wheat is not grown in the region.
Some factories and mills face challenges due to the country's dependence on imports, generating a constant need for foreign currency, mainly US dollars. Declining exports, economic instability, and the COVID-19 pandemic have exacerbated this demand, reducing remittance and tourism revenues. These factors have put pressure on the supply of foreign currency, making international transactions difficult.
Despite the challenges, Honduras has managed to develop a strong processing capacity that contributes significantly to the availability of grain products in the country.
Large basic grain milling contractors in Honduras include: IMSA, Molino Harinero Sula, and DEMAHSA
For more information on the contact details of the milling company, please refer to the following link:
MATURAVE Milling Company
The company has consolidated its position as a solid and reliable entity in the market, with a large production capacity. However, it faces certain challenges due to restrictions imposed by national policies that hinder the ability to maintain grain reserves as a safety measure for unforeseen events in its operations. These constraints represent bottlenecks that could affect the smooth continuity of your activities in unexpected situations.
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Company name and address |
Contact Names & Email |
Telephone & Fax |
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MATURAVE Honduras, Km 15 carretera a Olancho Tegucigalpa, Honduras Tegucigalpa |
Name: Marco Tulio Ramos Title: Owner-Manager Email: maturave9@yahoo.com |
Tel: +504 2291-5844 Fax: |
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Overview of features and services |
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As a leading company in the production and distribution of maize flour, it focuses on the marketing and manufacturing of a variety of products, including beans, rice and flour. Maturave's specialization lies in transforming these grains into products of the highest quality, prepared for distribution and final consumption. |
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Safety |
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|---|---|
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Safety |
Good |
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Compound |
Fenced |
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Access |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Distance from Main Town (km) |
35.5 km |
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Travel Time if not Located in Town (hours) |
1 hr |
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Road Condition to Mill |
Under repair |
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Road Limitations (if any) |
No |
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Rail Connections |
No |
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On the Railway From |
NA |
For |
NA |
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Other Comments |
NA |
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Milling Capacity |
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|---|---|---|
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Commodities |
Daily Capacity (MT) |
Monthly Activity (MT) |
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Maize |
100 |
2,500 |
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Storage Capacity |
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|---|---|
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Storage in Metric Tons |
Flour – Covered (MT) |
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Within the Compound |
1,000 |
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Outside the Compound |
17,000 |
IMSA Milling Company
The company has managed to establish itself as a robust and trusted entity in the market, demonstrating remarkable production capacity. Despite this, it is currently facing challenges arising from access restrictions caused by demonstrations that hinder the distribution of its products. To overcome this obstacle, they have identified and are implementing alternative routes to ensure smooth and efficient distribution.
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Company name and address |
Contact Names & Email |
Telephone & Fax |
|---|---|---|
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Industrias Molineras S.A. de C.V, Km. 3 Carretera a Puerto Cortés, Choloma, Honduras |
Name: Gabriela Abufele Title: ZCS Regional Manager |
Tel: +504 2565-2800 |
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Overview of features and services |
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A company specialized in the processing of rice, roasted coffee, maize flour and wheat flour focuses on transforming raw materials into final products, ensuring quality standards, efficiency in distribution and customer service. |
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Safety |
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|---|---|
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Safety |
Good |
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Compound |
Fenced |
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Access |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Distance from Main Town (km) |
263 km |
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Travel Time if not Located in Town (hours) |
4 hr |
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Road Condition to Mill |
Good conditions |
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Road Limitations (if any) |
No |
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Rail Connections |
No |
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On the Railway From |
NA |
For |
NA |
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Other Comments |
NA |
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Milling Capacity |
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|---|---|---|
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Commodities |
Daily Capacity (MT) |
Monthly Activity (MT) |
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Wheat |
180 |
2,340 |
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Maize |
200 |
4,800 |
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Storage Capacity |
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|---|---|---|
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Storage in Metric Tons |
Wheat – Covered (MT) |
Flour – Covered (MT) |
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Within the Compound |
1,036 |
2,400 |
Honduras - 3 Services and Supply
In terms of services and supplies, Honduras is a country that has the basic inputs for the life of its residents, such as:
- Drinking Water: It is supplied through a sanitation network managed by the Government of the Republic through ERSAPS (Regulatory Office of Drinking Water and Sanitation Services)
At the local level, for major cities, drinking water regulators vary as follows:
1.1 San Pedro Sula city: Aguas de San Pedro
1.2 Capital city, Tegucigalpa and surroundings: SANAA
- Electric Power: Through the state owned company ENEE (Empresa Nacional de Energía Eléctrica) whose service network was concessioned to the Colombian company EEH (Energía Eléctrica Honduras).
- Health System and Hospitals: The Honduran health system is made up of two subsectors: the first, the public, made up of the Ministry of Health (SESAL), which has the leading role, regulator and provider of health services to the entire Honduran population. Also, by the Honduran Institute of Social Security (IHSS), in charge of collecting and administering fiscal resources and those from the mandatory contributions of workers and employers. A second subsector is the private sector, made up of for profit and non-profit health institutions.
SESAL provides services to 60 per cent of the population, IHSS insures 12 per cent and the private sector serves 10 per cent. In Honduras, 9 out of 10 people are not covered by any type of health insurance and it is estimated that 18% of the population (more than 1.5 million Hondurans) do not have access to health services.
- Telephone and communications services are administered by the National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL). The services are provided by 1 state owned company: the National Telecommunications Company (HONDUTEL) and 2 private companies: CELTEL (TIGO) and MEGATEL (CLARO).
This service has evolved a lot, especially in recent years, almost at the same time as other countries, as fiber optics are used in data and high-definition communications in the country. Telecommunications account for an estimated 7.1% of GDP in Honduras (2008).
- Internet Services: Internet access in Honduras has progressively advanced in Honduras since the early 1990s, using submarine cables and satellite connections. In January 2020, Honduras recorded that the number of internet users was 4.1 million people, indicating that approximately 43 out of every 100 inhabitants have access to the internet. As of January 2020, there were a total of 8.20 million mobile connections in Honduras.
Some internet service providers that offer high speed connections using fiber optics include:
Claro: offers internet services using fiber optics in some areas of Honduras, with speeds of up to 150MB.
Tigo: offers fiber optic internet services in certain regions of Honduras, with speeds of up to 150MB.
Hondutel: the state owned telecommunications company, Hondutel, has been expanding its fiber optic network in several cities across the country and offers high-speed internet services.
Cable Color: offers internet and cable television services in certain areas of Honduras.
NetUno: provides internet services in some areas of the country, including broadband connections.
Cotel: this is another company that offers internet and telecommunications services in certain regions of Honduras.
Availability of specific speeds and technologies may vary by location.
- Education: Educational services in Honduras are provided by the State through the Ministry of Education (SEDUC), which has faced serious challenges in recent years and in the future, such as: school dropout, repetition, deficient and limited infrastructure, and low teaching and pedagogical quality. However, in 2023, a school enrollment of 1,858,672 students was reported; 11,335 more than those who enrolled in 2022.
Honduras - 3.1 Fuel
Overview
Honduras is a net importer of fuels, with domestic production (refinery) representing less than 10% of demand. Honduras' main fuel supplier is the United States, followed by Mexico, Colombia and Venezuela. The fuel is imported through two import terminals in the Caribbean and stored in seven storage tanks in the country.
Fuel supply in Honduras is provided by a number of private companies, including Puma Energy, Unopetrol, Chevron, Texaco and Shell. These companies operate a network of service stations throughout the country, as well as a network of storage terminals. The government also plays a role in fuel supply, regulating fuel prices and quality.
Fuel supply in Honduras has experienced some problems in recent years. In 2016, a fuel shortage occurred due to a number of factors, including a strike by port workers and a decline in production at U.S. refineries. In 2017, the Honduran government introduced a fuel rationing program to address shortages. Fuel supply in Honduras is also vulnerable to changes in oil prices. In 2008, rising oil prices led to a fuel price increase in Honduras, leading to consumer protests. Despite these problems, fuel supply in Honduras is generally stable. The government is working to increase domestic fuel production and diversify the supplier base. These measures should help ensure a reliable fuel supply in the future.
For more information on government and fuel provider contact details, please see the following links: 4.7 Fuel Providers Contact List.
Information may also be found at: http://www.mytravelcost.com/petrol-prices/ which is updated monthly.
Fuel prices
The price of fuel in Honduras is determined by a number of factors, including crude oil prices, taxes, competition and demand. The price of crude oil is the most important factor that determines the price of fuel. Crude oil prices are set in global markets and are influenced by a number of factors, including supply and demand, geopolitics and weather.
Taxes also have a significant impact on the price of fuel. The Honduran government imposes fuel taxes as a way to raise revenue and reduce fuel consumption.
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Fuel prices per liter as of: April 2023 (local currency and USD - $) |
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|---|---|
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Oil |
Lps. 28.285 $1.149 |
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Diesel |
Lps. 23,838 $0,968 |
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Paraffin |
n/a |
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Jet A-1 |
$106.8 bbl/ |
Seasonal variations
Fuel supply in Honduras is generally stable, but may be affected by seasonal variations. During the summer months, the demand for fuel increases due to tourism and agricultural transport. The Honduran government is working to manage these seasonal variations by increasing fuel storage and diversifying the supplier base. These measures have helped ensure a reliable year-round fuel supply.
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Seasonal variations |
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|---|---|
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Are there national priorities for fuel availability? (i.e. are there restrictions or priorities for the supply of fuel, for example, to the military?) |
No |
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Is there a rationing system? |
Yes |
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Is fuel subsidized for low-income/vulnerable groups? |
No |
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Can local industry expand fuel supply to meet humanitarian needs? |
Yes |
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Is it possible for a humanitarian organization to directly contract with a trusted supplier/distributor to cover its fuel needs? |
Yes |
Fuel transport
Because in Honduras there are no pipelines for the transport of petroleum products, this is done by means of cistern trucks. This type of transport is regulated through the Petroleum Customs Commission (CAP), as part of the general regulation that applies to the fuel market. The regulations include: the fixing of tariffs, the exclusivity of freight operations to national entrepreneurs, restrictions on the entry of new operators and a series of technical measures related to the risk involved in the transport of the product, such as not allowing vehicles older than 10 years, periodic inspections of the equipment, limited days in driving vehicles etc.
The fuel cargo transport service is the best organized within the totality of cargo transport. However, it presents a comparable situation as other freight transport services about market deconcentrating. Although the Herfindahl / Hirschman (HHI) index in this market is 561.6, because of the 36 companies registered by the oil management commission only two have a percentage participation that exceeds 10%, fifteen have a participation between 2% and 8.5% and among the remaining 19 none reaches 2%.
Standards, quality, and testing
Fuel quality standards in Honduras are set by the Ministry of Energy (SEN). The SEN is the government entity responsible for regulating the energy sector in Honduras.
Fuel quality standards in Honduras are based on international standards established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The SEN conducts regular tests to ensure that fuels marketed in Honduras meet established quality standards.
If fuels do not meet established quality standards, the SEN can take steps to withdraw them from the market. The SEN can also impose fines on companies that market fuels that do not meet established quality standards.
There are several national testing laboratories in Honduras that carry out tests to ensure that fuels marketed in the country meet established quality standards. These laboratories are accredited by the SEN.
The application of fuel quality standards in Honduras is effective. The SEN has a team of inspectors who carry out regular tests to ensure that fuels marketed in the country meet established quality standards. The SEN also has a system of sanctions for companies that market fuels that do not meet established quality standards.
The application of fuel quality standards in Honduras is important to protect the health of consumers and ensure the safety of vehicles.
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Industrial control measures |
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|---|---|
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Do the tanks have adequate protection against water mixing with the fuel? |
Yes |
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Are there filters in the system that control where the fuel is loaded into the planes? |
Yes |
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Is there a proper epoxy coating of truck tanks? |
Yes |
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Is there adequate firefighting equipment? |
Yes |
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Standards Authorities |
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|---|---|
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Is there a national or regional standards authority? |
Yes |
|
If yes, please indicate the competent national and/or regional authority. |
National: Secretary of Energy Regional: NA |
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If so, are the rules adequate or correctly applied? |
Yes |
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Testing laboratories |
|
|---|---|
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Are there national testing laboratories? |
Yes |
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Fuel Quality Testing Laboratory |
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|---|---|
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Company Name |
National Petroleum Laboratory |
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Name |
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|
Address |
National Petroleum Laboratory (LNAP) Km. 12 Carretera a La Lima, San Pedro Sula, Cortés, Honduras |
|
Phone and fax |
+504 2557-6000 |
|
Contact |
|
|
Standards used |
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System ISO 17025:2017 Testing and calibration laboratories - General requirements for competence, reliability and impartiality ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System The LNAP is also accredited by the Secretariat of Energy (SEN) of Honduras. The accreditation of the SEN is a guarantee that the LNAP complies with the requirements established by Honduran law. |
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Honduras - 3.2 Transporters
The basic infrastructure for land transport (does not include rail) comprised in 2008 about 14,198.7 kilometres of road network, which is subdivided into main, secondary and neighbourhood. The neighbourhood road network is the majority with 8,253 kilometres, followed by the main with 3,280 kilometres and the secondary with 2,665 kilometres. Of the total road network, only 22.4% is paved and the remaining 77.6% unpaved, based on select material or simply earth.
The development and performance of the cargo transport and logistics sector is crucial for Honduras' competitiveness due to its interrelationship with agriculture and manufacturing.
Likewise, the Honduran highway system is managed by the Secretariat of Public Works, Transport and Housing of Honduras (SOPTRAVI), through the General Directorate of Highways, which is responsible for planning construction and rehabilitation projects of the country's road works. (https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transporte_en_Honduras)
Honduras has more than 15,400 km of roads. Until 1999, only 3,126 km were paved.
Similarly, the processes of comprehensive planning and improvement of transport services, cargo logistics and trade facilitation have been strengthened, including, among other measures: the preparation of a plan to modernize the transport and cargo logistics fleet; the establishment of the "Escuela National” and private land transport schools, including a specific programme for the training of women; and finally the updating of technological and digital tools for the consolidation of information in the tax administration, for its monitoring and management through a business intelligence tool.
For more information on the contact details of transport companies, please refer to the following link: 4.8 Transporter Contact List.
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Transport Capacity |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Regional Coverage |
Coverage in different departments nationwide (Atlántida, Colon, Santa Barbara, Cortes and Lempira) |
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Type of vehicle |
Number of Vehicles |
Capacity per Vehicle(MT) |
Comments / Vehicle Status |
|
Trucks |
10 |
25 |
In good condition |
|
Heads |
10 |
20 |
In good condition |
|
Total capacity |
20 |
45 |
Each one has an availability to carry out the different types of load, counting some with small picop type vehicles for small cargo transfer. |
Disclaimer: The inclusion of company information in the LCA does not imply any business relationship between the supplier and the WFP/Logistics Group, and is used solely as a determinant of services, and capabilities.
Note: The WFP/logistics group maintains complete impartiality and is not in a position to endorse or comment on the suitability of any company as a trusted service provider.
Honduras - 3.3 Manual Labour
Honduras is a country that stands out in the region as an investment destination, since it has the youngest workforce in Latin America. 50% of the population is relatively young, and 37% of the Economically Active Population (EAP) is in the 16-29 age range.
It is worth mentioning that Honduran workers are highly productive, and also have experience in production, marketing, administration, and logistics, for mid-level management positions.
With a considerable bilingual population, Honduras becomes an attractive country for companies from the United States and Canada. Same ones that seek this type of personnel with neutral accent for their businesses, especially those that are dedicated to sustainable businesses (BPOs) and Call Center investors, who have opened more than 10 thousand jobs in recent years
In the last 20 years, more than half a million Hondurans have been trained in the textile-clothing industry, and assembly of electronic parts. Honduras has a large amount of low-cost labor with the skills and abilities that allow them to train easily, and perform efficiently in these areas.
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Labor rates |
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|---|---|---|
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|
Cost (Local currency -lps) |
Rate from 2023 |
|
General work (Unskilled labour (*) per day |
54.86 |
Rate from 2023
|
|
General Work (Semi-skilled labor (**) per day |
62.85 |
Rate from 2023 |
|
Work with Skilled Labor (***) per day |
64.56 |
Rate from 2023 |
Honduras - 3.4 Telecommunications
The telecommunications sector is characterized by being a strategic and transversal sector with implications in other sectors of the economy. Aware of this reality, Honduras, unlike other countries in the region, decided to create a specific Telecommunications Cabinet. Among the main objectives of the Cabinet is the development of the country's digital strategy, in coordination with the development of regulatory policies aimed at favoring the increase in the penetration of this sector in society and in the different sectors of the economy.
The creation of this Cabinet and the development of a transversal agenda has as its main guarantee to be formed by various Ministries where Telecommunications could promote specific projects in their respective areas. Thus, the following are part of the Cabinet:
- Ministry of the Presidency
- Ministry of Security and Defense
- Ministry of Finance - Technical Secretariat for Planning and Technical Cooperation (SEPLAN)
However, as developed later in the section, the participation of the Regulatory Authority, the National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL), which will ultimately be the entity responsible for executing the regulatory policies defined by the aforementioned Cabinet, would also be recommended.
The situation of the telecommunications sector in Honduras is characterized by an unbeatable starting point from the political point of view:
- The importance of the telecom sector for the productivity, competitiveness and economic development of the country is recognized;
- High-level measures are taken to develop concrete Strategic Plans and projects in education, health, defense, and e-government, among other sectors.
|
Telephone services |
|
|---|---|
|
Is there a fixed telephone network? |
Yes |
|
Do you allow international calls? |
Yes |
|
Number and duration of periods of inactivity (on average) |
NA |
|
Mobile phone providers |
|
|
Approximate percentage of national coverage |
Subscribers for fixed telephony service are reported in 90% of the municipalities of Honduras, and the coverage of the population reaches 88%, taking into account the 2G coverage of Mobile Telephony operators. |
Telecommunications regulation
Telecommunications in Honduras must be developed under a free market regime, in which several companies coexist striving to provide various services, increasingly of better quality and under permanently more competitive rates, which ultimately benefit the user.
Taking into account the Framework Law of the Telecommunications Sector in force, which basically regulates public telecommunications services, classifying them into: Carrier services; final services, which include basic services and complementary services; value-added services and radiocommunication and broadcasting services. To make such regulation possible, the Law has established a regime of concessions, licenses, permits and registrations, which in sum constitutes a model of regulation predominantly ex-ante of the telecommunications market.
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Regulations of Use and Import |
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|---|---|---|
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Regulations in place? |
Regulatory authority |
|
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Satellite |
Yes |
CONATEL |
|
HF Radio |
Yes |
CONATEL |
|
UHF/VHF/HF Radio: Portable, Base or Mobile |
Yes |
CONATEL |
|
UHF/VHF Repeaters |
Yes |
CONATEL |
|
GPS |
Yes |
CONATEL |
|
VSAT |
Yes |
CONATEL |
|
Individual network operator licenses |
||
|
CONATEL |
||
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Frequency Licensing |
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|
CONATEL |
||
Existing humanitarian telecommunications systems
Hispasat, the Spanish satellite telecommunications operator, provides a free connectivity and teleeducation service to 15 schools and rural communities in Honduras.
The service is part of a Public-Private Alliance agreed within the framework of the humanitarian aid that Spain has allocated to Honduras, to "alleviate the devastation" caused by tropical storms Eta and Iota, in November, Hispasat said in a statement released by the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID).
The Spanish operator provided the necessary equipment for the deployment of 15 Wi-Fi satellite points in Honduras, as well as a "tele-education solution" that allows downloading and registering informative content on local servers so that students can access them efficiently.
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Existing United Nations telecommunication systems |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
OCHA |
WFP |
UNICEF |
|
|
VHF Frequency F |
N/A |
X |
N/A
|
|
HF F Restrictions |
N/A |
X |
N/A
|
|
Repeaters |
N/A |
N/A |
X
|
|
VSAT |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A
|
Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
The availability of secure internet servers per million inhabitants is among the lowest in the region. These servers are those that use encryption technology to make transactions on the web, which is important to have greater security when sending and receiving digital information through the Internet network. The fewer secure servers there are in the country, the more vulnerable the information is to cyber attacks.
|
Internet Service Providers |
||
|---|---|---|
|
Are there ISPs available? |
Yes |
|
|
If yes, are they privately or government-owned? |
Private & Government |
|
|
Dial-up only? |
No |
|
|
Approximate rates (local currency and USD - $) |
Dial |
From $5 |
|
Broadband |
US$14 to US$54 |
|
|
Maximum leasable "dedicated" bandwidth |
1 Gb/s |
|
Mobile Network Operators (MNOs)
It is evident the growth in the use of mobile internet service compared to the rest of the services, promoted by access to platforms that allow the transport of voice and data, in particular text messages, however, it is still limited in the country, and its coverage still has much potential for improvement mainly in the interior of the country.
The mobile internet market has very low penetration levels, lower than the average for the region, despite the increase in data traffic observed in the country, being one of the lowest in Latin America. This shows the need to develop the mobile data market.
It has been observed in the situation of the coverage of Mobile Telephony networks at the national level: For 2G technology a geographical coverage of 100% of the municipal capitals of Honduras, and a coverage of the population of 89.03%.
For information on MNOs, visit the GSM Association website.
|
Company |
Number of points of sale per zone |
Network strength by area |
Contracted for humanitarian or government cash transfer program? |
Services Offered (i.e., merchant payment, mass disbursement, receipt and payment) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tigo |
23 |
87% |
Yes |
|
|
Hondutel |
52 |
61% |
Yes |
|
|
Of course |
35 |
83% |
N.A |
|
Honduras - 3.5 Food and Additional Suppliers
The local market for food and other products in Honduras shows a considerable level of competition. There are multiple suppliers and local producers competing in terms of quality, variety and prices. However, it is important to note that the ability of the local market to meet current demand may present limitations in certain sectors, especially those that require more specialized technologies and processes. Factors such as limited access to finance, lack of modern agricultural technologies, climate variability, and challenges in pest and disease management can also limit agricultural production capacity in Honduras. This can affect the supply of fresh and local food in the market.
In terms of scalability, the local market has significant potential. There are opportunities for growth and expansion of local production, in line with the country's growing demand. There is growing interest in the agro-industrial sector and increased investment in infrastructure related to the production and distribution of food and other products.
In terms of imports and exports, Honduras imports a variety of products, such as cereals, dairy products, meat, fruits and vegetables, to meet domestic demand. At the same time, the country has a strong export capacity in agricultural products, such as coffee, bananas, shrimp and oil palm products. These exports have become important sources of income for the country.
Generic country information can be found in sources that are regularly maintained and reflect current facts and figures. For an overview of country data related to the services and supply sectors, see the following sources:
The Observatory of Economic Complexity - MIT (OEC): Honduras (HND) Exports, Imports, and Trade Partners | OEC - The Observatory of Economic Complexity
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Note: The WFP/logistics group maintains complete impartiality and is not in a position to endorse or comment on the suitability of any company as a trusted service provider.
Honduras - 3.5.1 Food Suppliers
Overview
Honduras' food availability is in a difficult situation. Although it has been widely concluded that food availability is no longer considered the most important dimension of SAN, due to the greater importance of confronting inequality in our societies, it is still extremely important for the rural economy of Honduras, where extreme poverty is concentrated.
Honduras has a high potential in agriculture and has a tropical climate that allows the productive activity of this sector almost all year round, guaranteeing the production of tilapia, shrimp, sugar, cocoa, coffee, bananas, a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, among others.
Additional information can be found in sources that are regularly maintained and reflect current facts and figures. For more specific and detailed information on food availability and market conditions, please refer to the following sources:
USAID Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET): https://fews.net/latin-america-and-caribbean/honduras
Retail
The retail industry faces significant challenges, including emerging markets, a rapidly evolving business environment, and the need to provide convenient service in an industry that is increasingly demanding.
Supply chains must now provide flawless service and incorporate all these factors to overcome these challenges.
Below is a table with a relative rank indicative for the type of retailer, where 1 is what the population uses the most and 5 is what is used the least:
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Types of Retailers Available |
|
|---|---|
|
Type of Retailer |
Rank (1-5) |
|
Supermarket: focuses on the supply of a range of food, beverage, cleaning and sanitation products; has significant purchasing power; is often part of national/regional/global chains. |
3 |
|
Convenience store/Minimarket - medium-sized store; offers a more limited range of products than supermarkets; usually has good/stable purchasing power; may be part of a chain or cooperative. |
1 |
|
Permanent shop with strong supply capacity – individually/family owned store; usually offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; good storage and reliable supply options. |
4 |
|
Permanent shop with limited supply capacity – individually/family owned store; offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; limited storage and unstable supply options. |
5 |
|
Mobile Shop/Market Stand – individually/family owned store; usually offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; may be found at outdoor markets, camps or unstable environments. |
2 |
Wholesale – Supermercados La Colonia
Supermercados La Colonia is a supermarket chain established in Honduras for more than 60 years. It operates in the main urban areas of the country and enjoys an outstanding reputation at the regional level, offering a wide range of products and services to Honduran consumers
In Honduras in general terms, the wholesale channel is an intermediary. Where companies operating in this business sector buy their products directly from industries, manufacturers, and even other wholesalers' resellers. To give an example, the white and yellow maize market is dominated by a small number of wholesalers, operating in Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula and in intermediate towns close to the main producing areas. Most of the production of this grain is channeled through the Purchase and Sale Agreements between producers and agribusiness constituted with the support of the State, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (SAG), and the Secretariat of Economic Development (SDE).
The general picture is summarized below:
|
Supplier Overview |
|
|---|---|
|
Company Name |
Supermercados La Colonia |
|
Address |
Colonia Alameda, Rubén Darío Street, next to the National Drugstore |
|
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity? |
No, it is primarily sourced through a combination of supply sources. |
|
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?
|
Yes, the chain operates a network of supermarket stores in various locations across the country. These stores are the main channel through which La Colonia sells its products directly to consumers. |
|
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity? |
No, the supermarket chain uses external transportation and logistics services to supply its stores and distribute the products throughout the country. |
|
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities? |
Yes, the provider has its own storage capacity. |
|
Approximate Turnover in MT
|
N/A |
|
Payment Methods Accepted |
Cash and credit for financially capable customers |
|
Other Comments or Key Information |
N/A |
Primary Goods/ Commodities Available
|
Commodities by Type** (SITC Rev 4 Division Code - Title) |
Comments |
|
|---|---|---|
|
00 - Live animals (other than fish, crustaceans, molluscs, etc.) |
N/A |
N/A |
|
01 - Meat and meat preparations |
Meat and meat products |
N/A |
|
02 - Dairy products and birds’ eggs |
Milk and milk products |
N/A |
|
03 - Fish (not marine mammals), crustaceans, molluscs… |
Fish and fish products |
N/A |
|
04 - Cereals and cereal preparations |
Rice and its derivatives |
N/A |
|
05 - Vegetables and fruit |
Vegetables, fruits and nuts, jams/jellies, fruit juices. |
N/A |
|
06 - Sugars, sugar preparations and honey |
Sugars and their derivatives |
N/A |
|
07 - Coffee, tea, cocoa, spices and manufactures thereof |
Coffee and its derivatives |
N/A |
|
09 - Miscellaneous edible products and preparations |
Margarine, sauces, soups and broths, yeasts. |
N/A |
|
41 - Animal oils and fats |
Animal oils and fats |
N/A |
|
42/43 - Fixed vegetable fats and oils, crude, refined or fractionated |
soybean oil, olive oil, corn oil, and vegetable oil. |
N/A |
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Honduras - 3.5.2 Additional Suppliers
Overview
Honduras possesses multiple strengths and the potential for faster growth and greater shared prosperity, due to its strategic location, a growing industrial base, continued efforts to diversify its exports, and a young and growing population.
In Honduras, operational support equipment and other relevant materials are widely available and used in humanitarian operations as well as in programming at the national and district levels. These key commodities are procured through different channels, including imports and trade partnerships with domestic and international suppliers.
In terms of equipment for humanitarian operations, tents of different sizes and capacities are available to provide temporary shelter to displaced or disaster-affected people. Water pumps and piping systems are also in place to facilitate access to drinking water in areas where water infrastructure may be limited. Water reservoirs are also available for water storage and distribution in communities in need of additional supply.
Some of the main economic sectors in Honduras according to their activity are:
- Agriculture: it is the most important generator of production, income, exports and employment of the Honduran economy, in addition to providing valuable environmental services. The rural population that has emigrated abroad sends significant foreign exchange earnings. However, the sector receives little state support, credit and investment, which restricts its sustained development. In recent years, their growth has been weak and volatile, with low productivity and little competitiveness, and the potential of forests is underutilized. Some activities (melon, African palm, poultry, aquaculture, sugarcane and pineapple) show strong dynamism and some diversification has been achieved.
- Forestry: the importance of this sector is that it contributes 0.87% to the economic growth of Honduras, thus presenting a deficit in the trade balance of wood products during the years under study; tied to the above, in the country the use of the forest is reflected at the private level for industrial purposes, using pine roundwood in greater proportions. In other words, the use has only been of a raw material nature and there are few technological processes that allow these products to obtain a greater added value.
- Maquila Industry: The maquila sector is one of the main industries of the Honduran economy. It is of great importance for the country, both in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and in generating new sources of employment. According to data from the Honduran Association of Maquiladores, 315 national and foreign companies are part of the sector, distributed in 9 areas. Business opportunities exist throughout the entire value chain of the maquila sector. In such a way that the more integrated it is, the more competitive it becomes. These range from supply of supplies, design, packaging, various and comprehensive services such as administration and logistics systems, among others.
- Electric Power and Water: The electricity sector in Honduras is called a vertically integrated utility (except for about half of the capacity of electricity generation), an unfinished attempt to reform the sector in the early 90s, the increasing percentage of thermal generation in the last two decades, the weak financial state of the state-owned company (ENEE) (Empresa Nacional de Energía Eléctrica), large technical and commercial losses in transmission and distribution, and poor electricity coverage in rural areas.
The drinking water and sanitation sector has gained coverage of water supply and sanitation services and has increased significantly over the last few decades. However, the quality and efficiency of the services are deficient, and gaps in coverage persist, especially in rural areas.
- Construction: The construction industry sector contributes approximately between 6.3 and 6.8 percent of GDP, making it the sixth most important sector for the national economy and the third economic activity that generates the most jobs.
- Transport: responsible for the mobilization of the different goods and transport of passengers in a maximum way, which includes the land and air transport service.
- Communications: it have been advancing at a good step, innovating in them almost at the same time as the other countries. Emphasizing that Honduras still has a long way to go in terms of communication strategies, but it also registered an increase of 3.6% in 2022.
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Honduras - 3.6 Additional Services
Overview
Honduras has a diversity of investment sectors, some considered as the main ones, and others with a lot of potential for growth, exports and stability, in the domestic and foreign markets. Mentioning among these the hotel chains and different lodgings according to what the consumer wants, as for the electricity sector, there are companies at the municipal or departmental level that provide this service, with financial services there are certain numbers of banks and financial entities that operate in the country.
Accommodation
Honduras has an extensive hotel infrastructure in the main cities of the country, many 5-star hotels with swimming pools, cable TV, broadband internet, next to the beach, for greater attraction to tourists, citizens nationwide and business travelers, as well as houses or apartments for rent furnished and unfurnished. for short and long seasons. For greater interest, you can contact the different agencies or websites in charge of providing various options for these services.
Electricity and Power
The electricity sector in Honduras is quite varied, so different sources of energy production are offered in the country, 7 primary energy sources are identified: hydropower, wind, geothermal, solar, firewood, bagasse, and vegetable fuels. These energy sources are known as primary because they do not need any kind of transformation and, therefore, can be used as they are found in nature. Each of them is represented by a network of companies that seek to offer a better service to the Honduran people.
Electricity can reach homes in a variety of ways. Hydropower is the most common of these. Honduras is home to the sixteenth hydroelectric dam in the world, the “Central Hidroeléctrica Francisco Morazán”, making it one of the country's main sources of electricity.
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Electricity and Power Summary Table |
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|---|---|---|---|
|
Production Unit |
Type (Hydroelectric, Thermal, etc.) |
Installed Capacity (MW) |
Current Production (MW) |
|
GWH |
HYDROPOWER |
2430.09 |
2430.09 |
|
GWH |
WIND |
818.29 |
818.29 |
|
GWH |
PHOTOVOLTAIC |
1118.14 |
1118.14 |
|
GWH |
GEOTHERMAL |
254.46 |
254.46 |
|
GWH |
FIREWOOD |
|
4275.24 |
|
GWH |
BAGASSE |
|
1574.08 |
|
GWH |
OTHER BIOMASS AND WASTE |
1960.80 |
1960.80 |
https://siehonduras.olade.org/WebForms/Reportes/ReporteBalanceEnergetico.aspx?or=-501&ss=2&v=1
Financial services
Financial companies in Honduras whose operations are the sale of financial services are regulated by the law of financial institutions, this law aims to regulate the organization, constitution, operation, merger, transformation and liquidation of the institutions of the national financial system, another regulatory entity is the commercial code and on the other hand we have the regulations provided by the Banco Central de Honduras which is the main financial institution in Honduras. a market economy, thus being the state institution that formulates, develops and executes the country's monetary, credit and exchange rate policy.
Postal and Courier Services
This sector is characterized by being dedicated to transporting written documents and small or medium-sized packages (parcels) within the country and around the world.
Printing and Publishing
The printing market continues to boom in new technologies and improve the efficiency levels of companies. Other companies oversee offering a good high-end editing service to the client and others are not.
Taxi companies
The type of taxi transport has become very widespread in the city, both within the collective taxi modality, which has a station point or a specific route assigned, and the neighborhood taxi or without a defined point or route. This service is used by sectors of the population with lower middle incomes upwards.
There are several companies nationwide in charge of managing taxis, having their own fleet or having affiliates from third parties.
There are also Uber operations in the main cities, this service has a good level of demand, especially in the medium and high categories.
Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance/Workshops
There are many workshops for the various brands that are distributed nationwide, guaranteeing good maintenance in each of the vehicles.
Vehicle Rental
There are many car rental offices conveniently located in all departments, with availability for the various brands that are distributed in the country, taking into account among them Rent-A-Car, KAYAK that offer a variety of vehicles according to the customer's needs.
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Honduras - 4 Contact Lists
In the following subsections the contact details for Honduras will be presented.
Honduras - 4.1 Government Contact List
|
Ministry |
National or provincial/state authority |
City / Town |
Street / Address |
Name |
Position |
|
Telephone number (office) |
Phone number (mobile) |
Fax number |
Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
RENTAL ADMINISTRATION SERVICE - SAR |
National |
Tegucigalpa |
Tegucigalpa M.D.C., Body Building under "A" John Paul II Boulevard, José Cecilio del Valle Government Civic Center. |
2216-5800 |
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|
SECRETARY OF FINANCE - SEFIN |
National |
Tegucigalpa |
Cervantes Avenue, El Jazmín neighborhood, Tegucigalpa Historic Center, M.D.C. |
+504 2222-8449 |
+504 2238-7766 |
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|
SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK – SAG |
National |
Tegucigalpa |
Blv. Centroamérica, Ave. La FAO, TGU, MDC., Honduras, CA. |
|
|
(+504)2235-7595 |
|
|
||
|
HONDURAS CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION - DARA |
National |
Tegucigalpa |
Tegucigalpa M.D.C., Government Civic Center Tower 1, Floor 3, 13, 14 and 15 |
|
|
(+504)2240-0800 |
|
|
||
|
HEALTH REGULATORY AGENCY - ARSA |
National |
Tegucigalpa |
Central District, Comayagüela, Los Alcaldes Street. |
|
|
Whatsapp customs point: +504 9354-3708
|
Citizen Service (SAC): Food and Beverage Management: Medical Device Management: Directorate of Pharmaceutical Products: Directorate of Supervision and Inspection: |
|
|
|
|
NATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICE - SENASA |
National |
Tegucigalpa |
Blv. Centroamérica, Ave. La FAO, TGU, MDC., Honduras, CA. |
|
|
(+504)2235-7595 |
|
|
||
|
National Port Company |
Departmental |
Puerto Cortes |
Portuaria 1ra calle, Puerto Cortés |
Jose Manuel Mencia |
Administrator |
2665-0987 |
|
|
||
|
National Port Company |
Departmental |
San Lorenzo |
San Lorenzo, Valley |
Edwing Bertin Canales |
Manager |
2665-0987 |
|
|
||
|
Honduran Civil Aeronautics Agency – AHAC |
National |
Tegucigalpa |
Toncontin Airport |
Carlos Padilla |
Planning |
2234-0263 |
|
|
||
|
CONATEL |
National |
Comayaguela |
Address: Edificio CONATEL, 6 Ave. S.O. Colonia Modelo, Comayaguela, M.D.C. Honduras P.O. Box 15012 |
|
|
|
(+504) 2232-9600 |
|
|
Honduras - 4.2 Humanitarian Agency Contact List
|
Organization
|
Sector |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
|
Phone Number (Office) |
Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
COPECO |
International cooperation |
Tegucigalpa, Aldea el Ocotal 300 meters |
Daniela Bardales |
2229-0606 |
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|
UNICEF |
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
Gerson Urtecho |
2236-1300
|
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|
IFRC |
Emergency Accommodation |
7 Calle, Comayaguela 11101 |
Lilia Blades |
coord1.honduras@sheltercluster.org / coord.americas@sheltercluster.org |
2237-1800 |
www.ifrc.org m/387 |
|
OIM |
Shelter Coordination and Management |
Colonia Palmira, 3rd Avenue, Brazil Street, block 3, house 12. |
Lourdes Ardón |
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|
OCHA |
Multisectoral Coordination |
Guijarros Corporate Building, Colonia Lomas del Guijarro Sur, Bloque W, Ave. Berlin, #500, Tegucigalpa |
Erlin Palma |
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|
PMA |
Logistics |
Col. Castaño Sur, BI G, House 7 Virgilio Zelaya Rubí promenade. |
Tania Ochoa |
2236-9002 |
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|
UNHCR |
Protection |
United Nations House, Avenida República de Panamá |
Lina Castro |
+504. 2220-1100 |
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UNICEF |
Child Protection |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
Francisco Urbina |
+504 2236-1300 |
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UNFPA |
Gender-based violence |
Brazil Street, Block 3, House 12. |
Ambar Assaf |
+504 2236 1300 |
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|
OPS-OMS |
OPS-OMS |
3RPC+33G, Boulevard Suyapa, Tegucigalpa |
Alex Padilla |
+504 2276-9600 |
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|
UNFPA |
Sexual and Reproductive Health |
Brazil Street, Block 3, House 12. |
Silvia Padilla |
+504 2236 1300 |
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|
PMA-FAO
|
Food safety |
Col. Castaño Sur, BI G, House 7 Virgilio Zelaya Rubí promenade. |
Hector Cruz |
+504 2236-9002 |
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|
UNICEF |
Nutrition |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
Cynthia Paguada |
+504 2236-1300 |
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|
UNDP |
Early Recovery |
Avenida República de México 2816, Colonia San Carlos. |
Astrid Mejia |
(+504) 2236-1300. |
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|
OPS-OMS |
Bless you |
Honduras, 3RPC+33G, Boulevard Suyapa, Tegucigalpa |
TBD |
N/A |
2276-9600 |
|
|
UNFPA |
Sexual and Reproductive Health |
Brazil Street, Block 3, House 12. |
Jose Zepeda |
+504 2269-1890 |
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PMA-FAO |
Food safety |
Col. Castaño Sur, BI G, House 7 Virgilio Zelaya Rubí promenade. |
TBD |
N/A |
+504 2236-1300 |
honduras.un.org |
|
UNICEF |
Water, sanitation and hygiene |
Edificio de Las Naciones Unidas, Col. San Carlos, calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C.Unidas, Col. San Carlos, calle |
Gerson Urtecho |
+504 2236-1300 |
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|
UNHCR |
Protection |
United Nations House, Avenida República de Panamá |
Jacopo Sarti Widell |
+504 2256-5544 |
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|
UNFPA |
Gender-based violence |
Brazil Street, Block 3, House 12. |
TBC |
+504 2269-1890 |
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|
UNICEF |
Child Protection |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
TBD |
+504 2236-1300 |
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|
OIM |
Shelter coordination and management |
Colonia Palmira, 3rd Avenue, Calle del |
Carlos Galindo |
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UNICEF |
Education |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
Ever Alvarenga |
+504 2236-1300 |
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|
IFRC / Global Communities |
Emergency accommodation |
Colonia Matamoros, Ave. Coruna, #802 |
Lilia Blades |
coord1.honduras@sheltercluster.org / coord.americas@sheltercluster.org |
+504 2221-5043 |
|
|
OCHA |
Multisectoral Coordination |
Guijarros Corporate Building, Colonia Lomas del Guijarro Sur, Bloque W, Ave. Berlin, #500, Tegucigalpa |
Maria Puerto / Erlin Palma |
+504 2231-3300 |
Honduras - 4.3 Laboratory and Quality Testing Companies Contact List
|
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Charge |
|
Phone Number (Office) |
Fax Number |
Website |
Description of Services
|
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
AGROBIOTEK |
3rd Ave. In front of Emergency of the polyclinic, 504 Comayagüela, Honduras |
Edwin Castro |
General Manager |
+504 2238-0872 |
n/a |
Leader in the region offering training and microbiological analysis services to the food production and processing industry, with special emphasis on food safety and sanitation for human consumption. |
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PAN-AMERICAN AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL |
Palmira, Tegucigalpa, Honduras |
Tanya Müller Garcia |
Rector |
+504 2287-2000 |
(504) 2776-6240 |
Laboratory producing biological control agents for sustainable agriculture · |
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|
HONDURAN AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION |
Adjacent to Instituto Patria, La Lima, Cortes, Honduras, C. A. |
Tony Ventura |
Human Resources Manager |
n/a |
504) 2668-2827 |
Fax. (504) 2668 2313 |
Provide laboratory services to the agricultural sector: agricultural chemical laboratory, plant protection laboratory, postharvest laboratory, cocoa cupping laboratory, pesticide residues laboratory. |
|
|
National Laboratory for Residue Analysis (LANAR) |
Colonia San José del pedregal main street adjacent to the Alfonso Guillen Zelaya Institute, Tegucigalpa. |
Allan Bernárdez
|
General Manager |
(504) 2245-8081 |
(504) 2245-7361 |
The greatest number of tests are requested to determine if plants or vegetables are contaminated with the presence of pesticides, but thiabendazole analysis and microbiological analysis are also performed. |
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|
OIRSA |
Colonia Lomas del Guijarro, Calle Alfonso XIII #3735, Tegucigalpa, Honduras |
Jose Maradiaga |
Manager |
+504 2276-8370
|
N/A |
It supports Member States' efforts to achieve the development of their animal and plant health plans and the strengthening of their quarantine systems. |
Honduras - 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
|
Name of the Port |
Company |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (Office) |
Website |
Key role |
Description of tasks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cuts |
Solid Bulk Terminal
|
Empresa Nacional Portuaria, Portuaria 1ra calle, Puerto Cortés |
Leo Castellón |
President |
+504 2242-7830 |
Port company |
Improve the infrastructure of the Solid Bulk Terminal, expand and modernize it to make the operation more efficient. |
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|
Puerto Cortes |
LOGRA Group |
Portón #3 ENP, Bo., 1 Calle, Puerto Cortés, Honduras |
Marlon Teruel |
Commercial Manager |
Multimodal bulk operation group |
Specialized and efficient service in the loading and unloading of goods with temporary storage in ports. |
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|
Puerto Cortes |
TEH |
R2VX+P7W, Puerto Cortés |
Rony Wood |
Administration Manager |
2242-7830 |
Terminal |
Operation Planning, supervisor of Shipping terminal, is responsible for receiving direct cargo to transport or unloading silos. It also assigns docks 3rd and 3B for the berthing of tankers importing fuel or its derivatives. |
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|
Puerto Cortes |
General Cargo and Containers (ICTSI) |
Department of Puerto Cortes in Honduras |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Container terminal |
The modernization of infrastructure, equipment and logistics. |
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|
San Lorenzo |
National port company |
Portuaria 1ra calle, Puerto Cortés |
Carlos Bueso |
General Manager |
(504) 2665-0987 |
Port company |
Development of port works, coordinate port activities, attention of ships entering and leaving the country, hauling, stowage and storage of cargo, mechanical movement and movement of cargo, Control, custody and surveillance. |
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|
Puerto Castilla |
National Port Company |
Portuaria 1ra calle, Puerto Cortés |
Carlos Bueso |
General Manager |
(504) 2665-0987 |
Port company |
Development of port works, coordinate port activities, attention of ships entering and leaving the country, hauling, stowage and storage of cargo, mechanical movement and movement of cargo, Control, custody and surveillance. |
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|
La Ceiba |
National Port Company |
Portuaria 1ra calle, Puerto Cortés |
Carlos Bueso |
General Manager |
(504) 2665-0987 |
Port company |
Development of port works, coordinate port activities, attention of ships entering and leaving the country, hauling, stowage and storage of cargo, mechanical movement and movement of cargo, Control, custody and surveillance. |
Honduras - 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
|
Airport |
Company |
Physical Management |
Contact Name |
Charge |
|
Phone (office) |
Website |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Palmerola
|
United Airlines |
Palmerola Airport |
Freddy Rodriguez |
General Manager |
n/a |
2557-4141
|
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|
Avianca |
Palmerola Airport |
David Aleman |
Director general |
2281-8222 |
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|
Spirit |
Palmerola Airport |
Mauricio Acosta |
General Manager |
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|
American Airlines |
Palmerola Airport |
Bern Osorto |
General Manager |
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|
Copa Airlines
|
Palmerola Airport |
Michael Wehmeyer |
General Manager |
2516 2672 / 2233 2672 |
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|
Aeromexico |
Palmerola Airport |
Leslie Orizola |
Commercial Manager |
N/A |
800-2791-9025 |
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|
CM Airlines |
Palmerola Airport |
Victoria CM |
Regional Manager |
2290-1800. |
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|
Iberojet |
Palmerola Airport |
Oscar Castillo |
General Manager in Central America |
2262 0085 |
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|
Ramon Villeda Morales |
Avianca |
Metropolis, Suyapa Boulevard, Tegucigalpa |
Marlon Amador |
Chief executive officer |
servicioavianca@Avianca |
2281-8222 |
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|
AeroMexico |
Shopping Center Galerias La Paz Ave. La Paz L-116 1st. Level. Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán. Honduras |
Leslie Orizola |
Commercial Manager |
N/A |
800-2791-9025 |
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|
America Airlines |
Palmira Building, Fte. Al Hotel Maya, Tegucigalpa |
Bern Osorto |
General Manager |
+504 2216-4800 |
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|
Air Europa |
Ramon Villeda Morales Airport |
Charles Earl |
General Manager |
N/A |
800 2791 9496 |
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|
Copa Airlines |
Ramon Villeda Morales Airport |
Michael Wehmeyer |
General Manager |
N/A |
2516 2672 / 2233 2672 |
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|
Delta |
|
Hector Troy |
Station Manager |
N/A |
800-2791-9326 |
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|
Spirit |
|
Mauricio Acosta |
General Manager |
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|
United Airlines |
|
Geovany Rosa |
General Manager |
N/A |
800-279-19489 |
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|
Volarais |
|
Enrique Beltranena |
Director general |
N/A |
2202 7900 |
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|
CM Airlines |
|
Victoria CM |
Regional Manager |
2290-1800 |
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|
Sosa Airlines |
|
Carlos Mejia |
Quality Manager |
N/A |
2407-0246 |
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|
Goloson |
AeroCaribe of Honduras |
|
Livia Salgado |
General Manager |
2442-1088 |
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|
Aerolineas Sosa |
|
AeroCaribe of Honduras |
Quality Manager |
n/a |
2407-0246 |
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|
Air Transat |
|
Maria Pagano |
Brand Director |
N/A |
N/A |
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|
Avianca Honduras |
|
David German |
Director general |
2281-8222 |
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|
Cayman Airways |
|
Ivis Gonzales |
Deputy director |
|||||
|
Lanhsa Airlines |
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
+504 9436-7143 |
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|
Sunwing Airlines |
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
1 877 786 9464 |
|||
|
Juan Manuel Galvez |
|
Carlos Mejia |
Quality Manager |
|||||
|
|
Bern Osorto |
General Manager |
2791 9363 |
|||||
|
|
|
|
N/A |
2201-8320 |
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|
|
Victoria CM |
Regional Manager |
2290-1800 |
|||||
|
|
Hector Troy |
Station Manager |
N/A |
2550-1616 |
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|
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
2442-1283 / 2441-3226 |
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|
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
+1-860-294-8474 |
||||
|
|
Stephen Hunter |
Director general |
N/A |
1 877 786 9464 |
||||
|
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
2263 2999 |
||||
|
|
Steven Schulte |
Chief executive officer |
2226-2626 |
|||||
|
|
Geovany Rosa |
General Manager |
N/A |
2557-4141 |
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|
|
Enrique Beltranena |
President General |
N/A |
2202 7900 |
||||
|
|
Edward Sims |
President |
N/A |
N/A |
||||
|
Toncontin |
CM Airlines
|
|
Victoria CM |
Regional Manager |
2290-1800 |
|||
|
SOSA Airlines
|
|
Carlos Mejia |
Quality Manager |
N/A |
2407-0246 |
|||
|
Lanhsa Airlines
|
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
2442-1283 / 2441-3226 |
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Honduras - 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
|
Location |
Name |
|
Phone |
Website |
Service |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Industrias Molineras S.A. (IMSA) |
Km. 3 Road to Puerto Cortés, Choloma, |
Engels Sanchez
|
9850-0090 |
Supplier of Corn Flour, Rice, Wheat Flour |
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|
DEMAHSA |
Peripheral ring, Fte. A Shell Gas Station, Prados Universitarios, Tegucigalpa, Honduras |
Maria Lopez |
(504) 2626-4300 |
Corn Flour Supplier |
||
|
HONDUPALMA ECARA |
3RX8+JQ4, Tegucigalpa |
Nelson Araya |
(504) 2221-0024 |
Vegetable Oil Supplier |
||
|
Molino Harinero Sula S.A. |
Exit road north Col. El Carrizal, Comayaguela. |
Antonio Guillen |
(504) 2566-1411 |
Wheat Flour Supplier |
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|
Agroindustrias Portal del Granero S. de R.L. |
S. Der.l. Km 7 Carretera al Sur El Tistatillo Comayaguela |
Daniel Lara |
(504) 2226-5646 |
Bean Supplier |
||
|
Maturave Benefit |
Km 15 highway to Olancho |
Humberto Quiroz |
(504) 2291-6125 |
Bean Supplier |
||
|
Honduran Institute of Agricultural Marketing |
Silos MIA Col. Kennedy |
Hernan Avila |
(504) 2230-5719 |
Bean Supplier |
||
|
Elim Agroindustrial Society |
Road to Olancho/RN-15 |
n/a |
(505) 2291-5954 |
Bean Supplier |
||
|
Association of Agricultural Producers of the North of Olancho - ASOPRANO |
300 meters to Community of Cofradia Salama Olancho Honduras |
n/a |
(504) 9954-1562 |
Bean Supplier |
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|
DINANT |
Barrio Morazan, in front of tropical plants, Suyapa Boulevard, Tegucigalpa 11101 |
Oscar Salgado |
n/a |
Palm oil, banana, corn and fresh vegetables |
||
|
ABC Food |
Kilometer 13, exit to Puerto Cortés, Curva La Victoria, Choloma |
Ludwin Flores
|
Dedicated to the production of natural foods: oats and granola. |
|||
|
Walmart |
Armed Forces Boulevard, Mall, Mall Las Cascadas, Tegucigalpa |
Roberto Nuñez |
Groceries · Juices and Beverages · Beers, wines and spirits · Frozen Food · Bakery and tortillería · Dairy · Sausages · Fruits and Vegetables. |
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|
Diprova |
Colonia Modelo, main street adjacent to Estadio Los Angeles Comayagüela, Honduras |
Gabriel Kafati |
9500-1015 |
Vegan Products, Personal Care, Meats, Beverages & Juices, Seafood , Babies & Children
|
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|
Jaremar Group |
UNIMERC S.A. de C.V., Km 15, Buffalo, Villanueva, Cortes. |
Rene Becerra |
(504) 25617400 |
Leader in the field of agro-industrial and mass consumption products |
Honduras - 4.7 Honduras Fuel Providers Contact List
|
Company
|
Location |
Physical Management |
Name |
Charge |
|
Number Phone (office) |
Website |
Description of Service |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Chevron-Texaco |
Tegucigalpa - Honduras |
Nationwide coverage |
Ana Belinda Martinez |
General Manager |
+504 2556-7130 |
Fueling |
||
|
Unopetrol |
Tegucigalpa – Honduras |
Nationwide coverage |
Axel Osorio |
Supervisor |
+504 2236-8788
|
Fuel supply, pure energy in the aviation sector. |
||
|
Puma Energy |
Tegucigalpa – Honduras |
Nationwide coverage |
Ana Vicente |
General Manager |
+504 22808900 |
Fueling |
Honduras - 4.8 Transporter Contact List
|
Company
|
Name |
|
Phone Number |
Website |
Service Provided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
INTRAMOKA (Miss Karen) |
Samuel Everett |
8836-8445 |
N/A |
Maritime cargo transport. |
|
|
FIGO Maritime Investments |
Freddy Goff |
|
8849-7417 |
N/A |
Maritime cargo transport. |
|
Inversiones del Atlántico Mejía |
Terencio Mejia |
8971-5151 |
N/A |
Maritime cargo transport. |
|
|
Transport Lainez |
Onan Lainez |
2795-5401 |
n/a |
Cargo and ground transportation company |
|
|
TRASIN |
Rolando Fuentes |
9535 9735 |
n/a |
Cargo and transport company |
|
|
Transport The Lainez Brothers |
Alejandra Lainez |
3294-8959 |
n/a |
Cargo and transport company |
|
|
Transport Monte Gerizim |
Rigoberto Garcia/ Victoria de Garcia |
2557-3120 |
n/a |
Cargo and transport company |
|
|
Edwin Transport |
Edwin Fuentes |
9953-4636
|
n/a |
Cargo and transport company |
|
|
Meza Transport |
Hector Orlando Meza |
9909-0454 |
N/A |
Cargo and transport company |
|
|
Transport Navarro |
Marel Navarro/ Oneyda Patricia Reyes |
9539-0393 |
N/A |
Cargo and transport company |
|
|
Aguilar Transport |
Esau Reyes Aguila/ Maria Aguilar |
9798-7589 |
N/A |
Cargo and transport company |
Honduras - 5.1 Acronyms and Abbreviations
5.1 Acronyms and Abbreviations
|
Acronym |
Full Name |
|---|---|
|
ADRA |
Adventist Development and Relief Agency |
|
AECID |
The International Development and Cooperation Spanish Agency |
|
AHAC |
Honduran Civil Aeronautical Agency |
|
ARSA |
Health Regulatory Agency |
|
AWB |
Airway Bill |
|
BL |
Bill of Lading |
|
C&F |
Cost & Freight |
|
CARE |
Cooperative for Assistance and Relief Everywhere |
|
CENTREX |
Export Processing Centre |
|
CFS |
Container Freight Stations |
|
COEN |
National Emergency Operations Centre |
|
CONASEVI |
National Road Safety Council |
|
CONATEL |
National Telecommunications Commission |
|
COPECO |
Secretary of State in the Risk and Contingency Bureaux |
|
CRH |
Cruz Roja Hondureña |
|
DARA |
Honduras Customs Administration |
|
DGAC |
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics |
|
DUCA |
Central American Single Declaration |
|
DVA |
Customs Value Declaration |
|
EAP |
Economically Active Population |
|
EEH |
Energy Company Honduras |
|
EHISA |
Honduran Airport Infrastructure and Services Company |
|
ENEE |
The National Electricity Company |
|
ERSAPS |
Regulatory Entity for Drinking Water and Sanitation Services |
|
FAO |
Food and Agriculture Organization |
|
FAUCA |
The Central American Single Customs Form |
|
GPRS |
General Pocket Radio Service |
|
GRT |
Gross Register Tonnage |
|
IATA |
International Air Transport Association |
|
ICAO |
International Civil Aviation Organization |
|
ICF |
Forest Conservation Institute |
|
IDPs |
Internally Displaced Persons |
|
IFRC |
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies |
|
IHSS |
Honduran Institute of Social Security |
|
ILS |
Instrument Landing System |
|
IMF |
International Monetary Fund |
|
INGO |
International NGO |
|
IOM |
International Organization for Migration |
|
ISPs |
Internet Service Providers |
|
KVA |
Kilo Volt Ampere |
|
LCA |
Logistics Capacity Assessment |
|
MOU |
Memorandum of Understanding |
|
MT |
Metric Tons |
|
MW |
Megawatt |
|
N/A |
Not Available |
|
NDB |
Non-directional beacon |
|
NFI |
Non-food Items |
|
NGO |
Non-governmental Organization |
|
NRC |
The Norwegian Refugee Council |
|
OCHA |
Office of the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs |
|
OIRSA |
International Regional Organization for Agricultural health |
|
PAHO-OPS |
Pan American Health Organization |
|
PEGIR |
The State Policy for Integral Risk Management of Honduras |
|
PIA |
Palmerola International Airport S.A de C.V |
|
RC |
Resident Coordinator |
|
RoRo |
Roll on Roll off |
|
SAG |
Secretary of agriculture and Livestock |
|
SAN |
Food Security and Nutrition |
|
SANAA |
National Autonomous Service of Aqueducts and Sewerage Systems |
|
SAR |
Rental Administration Service |
|
SEDUC |
Honduran Ministry of Education |
|
SEFIN |
Secretary of Finance |
|
SENASA |
National Health and Safety Service |
|
SEPLAN |
Technical Secretariat for Planning and Evaluation of Honduras |
|
SESAL |
Secretary of Health Honduras |
|
SIECA |
Secretariat for Central American Economic Integration |
|
SINAGER |
Law on the National Risk Management System |
|
SOPTRAVI |
Ministry of Public Works, Transport and Habitat of Honduras |
|
T |
Tons |
|
T&D |
Transmission and Distribution |
|
TEUs |
Twenty Foot Equivalent Units |
|
THC |
Terminal Handling Charge |
|
UNAIDS |
Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS |
|
UNCT |
United Nations Country Team |
|
UNDP |
United Nations Development Programme |
|
UNEP |
United Nations Environmental Programme |
|
UNESCO |
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization |
|
UNFPA |
United Nations Population Fund |
|
UNHAS |
United Nations Humanitarian Air Service |
|
UNHCR |
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees |
|
UNICEF |
United Nations Children's Fund |
|
(V)HF |
(Very) High Frequency |
|
VOR |
VHF omnidirectional radio range |
|
V-SAT |
Very Smart Aperture Terminal |
|
WASH |
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene |
|
WCO |
World Customs Organization |
|
WEF |
World Economic Forum |
|
WFP |
World Food Programme |
|
WHO |
World Health Organization |
|
WVI |
World Vision International |
Honduras (Spanish)
|
Country Name |
Honduras |
|---|---|
|
Official Country Name |
Honduras |
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