Can I get Honduran citizenship through my parents?

Yes. If at least one of your parents is Honduran, you may be eligible for citizenship by descent, even if born abroad. Registration with Honduran authorities is required.

Can I become a citizen through marriage?

Yes. Foreign spouses of Honduran citizens may apply for citizenship after living in Honduras for at least 3 years and meeting integration requirements.

How long do I have to live in Honduras to apply for naturalization?

You must legally reside in Honduras for at least 3 consecutive years to apply for naturalization. This is reduced to 1 year for Central American nationals and spouses of Honduran citizens.

Do I need to give up my current citizenship?

In practice, dual citizenship is tolerated with countries like the U.S., but Honduras does not have a universal dual citizenship law. You may need to renounce formally unless an exception applies.

Do Honduran citizens pay taxes abroad?

Honduras taxes based on residency, not citizenship. If you live abroad, you’re not taxed on foreign income unless you have Honduran-sourced earnings or retain tax residency.

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Q: Does Honduras allow dual citizenship?

Yes. Honduras allows dual citizenship with select countries through bilateral agreements. U.S. citizens may retain both nationalities in practice, though renunciation might be required formally.

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Eligibility Overview

By Birth: Anyone born in Honduras is automatically a citizen, unless their parents are foreign diplomats.
By Descent : Children born abroad to a Honduran parent can acquire citizenship by descent through registration at a consulate.
By Marriage : Foreign spouses of Honduran citizens may apply for citizenship after 3 years of marriage and residency.
By Naturalization: Foreign nationals can apply after 3–5 years of legal residence, depending on origin and integration level.
Special Exception – Dual Citizenship Allowed with Certain Countries: Honduras permits dual citizenship only with countries that offer reciprocity — including most Latin American nations and Spain. U.S. citizens and others must renounce their previous nationality unless an agreement exists.

Step-by-Step Process

Confirm your eligibility path: descent, marriage, or residency.
Submit an application to the Secretary of Justice or a Honduran consulate abroad.
Provide required documents and pass a background check and integration review.
Take the citizenship oath and register as a Honduran national.

Benefits of Honduran Citizenship

Live, work, and own property in Honduras
Access to public services and national voting rights
Visa-free access to many Central and South American countries
Dual citizenship permitted with reciprocal countries (e.g. Spain, Mexico, Argentina, etc.)

Frequently asked questions.

Does Honduras allow dual citizenship?

Yes, but only with countries that allow Hondurans to hold dual nationality. This includes most Latin American nations and Spain. Dual citizenship with countries like the U.S. is not officially allowed unless treaties change.

Can I get Honduran citizenship through a parent?

Yes. If at least one parent is a Honduran citizen, you may acquire citizenship by descent even if born abroad — by registering with a Honduran consulate.

Can I apply through marriage?

Yes. Foreign spouses of Honduran citizens can apply after at least 3 years of marriage and residency, with proof of cohabitation and legal status.

Do I need to renounce my other nationality?

It depends. Honduras allows dual nationality with specific countries. If yours isn’t one of them, you may need to renounce your previous citizenship when naturalizing.

How long do I need to live in Honduras to naturalize?

Foreigners must typically live in Honduras legally for 3–5 years. Citizens of Latin American countries or those married to Hondurans may qualify sooner.

Do dual citizens pay taxes in Honduras?

Honduras taxes residents on income earned in Honduras. If you live abroad and are not a Honduran tax resident, you are usually not taxed on foreign income. Tax treaties may apply.