Location: Honduras Event:  Local media is reporting road closures and enhanced security throughout Tegucigalpa in relation to the planned protest taking place on Tuesday, August 29th. The U.S. Embassy has advised employees to remain in their homes or neighborhoods since significant delays are expected if crossing through areas of heavy traffic or enhanced security. U.S. citizens …

Location: Honduras Event:  A planned protest is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, August 29th in Tegucigalpa. The U.S. Embassy has advised employees to avoid the planned protest routes which could include Casa Presidencial, Boulevard Morazan, and the Congress. U.S. Embassy personnel have been authorized an early release on August 29th to avoid an expected …

Location: Honduras Event:  Several planned protests are expected throughout Tegucigalpa Friday afternoon, that will exacerbate weekend traffic.  U.S. citizens are advised to monitor local media, take normal precautions to include considering staying off the roads,  and are reminded to avoid any demonstration, as even peaceful ones can turn violent with little or no notice. Actions to …

Location: Honduras Event:  Update: The government of Honduras has announced changes in curfews in two northern cities, Choloma and San Pedro Sula. The updated curfew in both cities will be from 11:00 pm to 4:00 am. The curfew in Choloma, which began June 25, has been extended until July 25. The curfew in San Pedro …

Location: Honduras Event:  The government of Honduras has announced curfews following a sharp escalation in violence in the country.  The curfew is starting in two northern cities, Choloma and San Pedro Sula, and is expected to expand.  In Choloma the curfew was imposed with immediate effect on Sunday, June 25.  In San Pedro Sula, the …

The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the Hurricane Season which lasts through November 2023. Hurricane Season in the Atlantic begins June 1 and runs through November 30. The  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center  expects the 2023 season to be near-normal or average.  NOAA predicts that the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season will produce: 12 to 17 storms 5 to 9 …

Medical brigades traveling to Honduras for mission work are advised that there has been an increase in customs confiscating medical equipment and supplies upon arrival. In advance of travelling to Honduras, U.S. citizens taking part in medical missions to Honduras are advised to complete customs forms, as well as medical clearance forms, at least three …

  The U.S. Embassy in Honduras is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security benefits. Location Date Time U.S. Embassy, Tegucigalpa Consular Section Monday, April 17 and Tuesday, April 18 8:00am …

Location: Honduras Event: Media report the ongoing protests and work stoppages at Ministerio Publico offices throughout the country are continuing and may spread to other areas, including residential areas. According to individual and media reports, there may be an increased police presence in these areas. U.S. citizens are reminded to avoid any demonstration as even peaceful ones can …

Location: Tegucigalpa, Honduras Event: Three shooting incidents have taken place in the last year, in or near the “La Embajada” bar near the U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa.  There are also allegations of other illegal activities taking place at the establishment.  U.S. personnel and their dependents are prohibited from visiting the “La Embajada” bar until further …

Location: Honduras Event: The government of Honduras has expanded the state of exception that went in to effect December 6, 2022.  The State of Exception will be in effect for a further 45 days, from January 6, 2023, and will include an additional 73 municipalities throughout the country.  During this time, there may be restrictions …

Location: Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula, Honduras Event: As part of its plan to address extortion, the government of Honduras published a decree on December 3 announcing that a “state of exception” will go into effect in 162 neighborhoods in Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 6 and continuing for …

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ), Tropical Storm Lisa is forecasted to pass over parts of Honduras, particularly the north coast and Bay Islands, bringing strong winds and heavy rain.  Tropical Storm force winds may start as early as the evening of Tuesday, November 1, 2022.  COPECO has issued a 48-hour …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: A football (soccer) game between the rival clubs football clubs Olympia and Motagua, is scheduled to be played today at 8:00pm in the Estadio Nacional in Tegucigalpa. There will be security measures in place to ensure the safety of all attending the game. There will also be road closures around the …

Though Tropical Storm Julia is tracking to the south of Honduras, forecasts still predict significant rainfall and potential flooding throughout the country. Schools will be closed on Monday, October 10, and U.S. citizens in Honduras should be prepared for other services to be limited. Please review the information below to ensure you are prepared in …

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ), Tropical Storm Julia is likely to strengthen into a hurricane later today (Saturday, October 8) and is forecasted to pass over Honduras, bringing tropical-storm-force winds and heavy rain starting Sunday, October 9, 2022.  Please review the information below to ensure you are prepared in the event …

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Tropical Storm Julia is likely to strengthen into a hurricane in the next 24-48 hours and is likely to pass over Honduras, bringing tropical-storm-force winds and heavy rain starting Sunday, October 9, 2022.  Please review the information below to ensure you are prepared in the event …

Absentee Voting Week is October 1-8, 2022. Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week! In some states voter registration and ballot request deadlines for the November 2022 are as early as October 5th.  Whether you are a first-time voter or …

U.S. Citizens’ Town Hall with Ambassador Dogu Consular Services also Available Roatan, Honduras – September 19, 2022 Event: U.S. Citizen Town Hall with Ambassador Laura Dogu and Consular Services provided by the American Citizen Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa When:  Town Hall with Ambassador Dogu: 4:00 p. m. Consular Services: 9:30 a. …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: The U.S. Embassy has received notice of several demonstrations throughout the country affecting traffic on major highways.  In particular, multiple sections of CA-5 are likely to be blocked. CA-5 Siguatepeque: Protest from local taxi drivers demanding road repairs. CA-5 (KM 15) is being blocked. CA-5 Comayagua (La Curva bridge): Protest from …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa  Event: The U.S. Embassy has received notice of a demonstration outside the Embassy compound. The U.S. Embassy has encouraged maximum telework for all employees. U.S. citizens are reminded to avoid any demonstration as even peaceful ones can turn violent with little or no notice.  Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Be …

Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2022 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2022.  Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, …

LOCATION: Honduras EVENT: The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that the formation of Tropical Storm Bonnie could reach Honduran territory this weekend with the potential to convert into a Category 1 hurricane.  The disturbance is expected to move from southwestern Caribbean in a northwesterly direction near eastern Nicaragua and Honduras, bringing very heavy rains to the …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: Two shooting incidents have recently taken place in or near the “La Embajada” bar in Tegucigalpa.  There are also allegations of other illegal activities taking place at the establishment.  U.S. personnel and their dependents are prohibited from using the “La Embajada” bar until further notice.  U.S. citizens in Honduras should also …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: Protests are currently taking place at the Tegucigalpa exit to Olancho, next to Mall Premier and the South exit of Highway CA-5 by community members demanding the repair of the road.  Traffic is blocked in those areas.  Honduran police are expected to deploy those locations.  These protests may spread or occur …

Location: Honduras, San Pedro Sula Event: Protests are currently taking place at Highway CA-13 between San Pedro Sula (SPS) and the SPS international airport by community members demanding the construction/repair of dikes to prevent flooding. Traffic is blocked in those areas.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: Protests are currently taking place at the Department of Education (Blvd. Fuerzas Armadas) in Tegucigalpa and INSEP (near Clinicas San Jorge) in Comayaguela.  Traffic might be affected in those areas.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  Even demonstrations intended …

Location: Tegucigalpa, Honduras Event: Motagua soccer team members are celebrating their soccer championship win near Blvd. Morazan in Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula.  Traffic in nearby areas is being affected.  U.S. citizens are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as even peaceful celebrations may turn violent with little or no notice. Actions to Take:  Avoid travel …

Demonstration Alert: Protests on May 19, 2022 Update Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: In addition to a protest currently taking place at the Ministry of Health in Tegucigalpa by LIBRE party members, a protest is ongoing by former police officers demanding to be reinstated to the police at the following locations: Highway CA-5 at Tegucigalpa exit …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: A demonstration is in progress in route to the Presidential Palace by the LGBTQ+ community who are celebrating that they can now change their names with the Honduran government. Traffic might be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: In addition to a protest currently taking place at Tegucigalpa’s south exit due to the high cost of fuel, there is a protest in front of the Ministry of Finance in downtown Tegucigalpa by Comisión Permanente de Contingencias (COPECO) employees demanding severance pay.  Traffic might be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: A protest is currently taking place at Tegucigalpa’s south exit due to the high cost of fuel.  Thirty yellow buses are parked in the road.  Traffic might be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  Even demonstrations intended to …

Location: Tegucigalpa, Honduras Event: A soccer match is scheduled to be played today, May 12, and Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the National Stadium west of Blvd. Morazan.  There will be road closures around the stadium and traffic will be impacted.  U.S. citizens should avoid the National Stadium area and are reminded to maintain awareness of their …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: A protest is currently taking place in front of the Ministry of Finance downtown in Tegucigalpa by former government employees who are demanding back pay. Traffic might also be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  Even demonstrations intended …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Due to ongoing transportation protests against high fuel prices, Honduras continues to experience issues with major roadways being blocked or heavily restricting movement.  Some of the protest sites include: • Tegucigalpa – Northern exit on Highway CA-5 heading towards Comayagua/Palmerola Airport. • San Pedro Sula – Entering into/out of the city …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Please be advised that protests are scheduled to continue around the country and are blocking traffic in main cities around Honduras. Additionally, there are reported fuel shortages and long lines at gas stations throughout the country. Actions to Take: Be prepared for delays and heavy traffic in major cities and highways …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Multiple protests continue taking place throughout the country.  Traffic is being affected on main roads in cities around Honduras.  Both lanes on CA-5 highway are blocked towards Comayagua and affecting travel to Palmerola Airport.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: In addition to the multiple protests currently taking place throughout the country by cargo drivers who are demanding better pay, there is a protest outside of the Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa by members of the indigenous communities who are demanding mining activity to stop. Traffic is being …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Multiple protests are currently taking place throughout the country by cargo drivers who are demanding better pay. Traffic is being affected on main roads.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: In addition to a protest currently taking place at downtown Distrito Central in Tegucigalpa, a protest is currently taking place at Casa Presidencial by members of the LIBRE Party who are demanding job openings for its members. Traffic might also be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: A protest is currently taking place at downtown Distrito Central in Tegucigalpa held by municipality employees that were fired and are demanding their severance payment. Traffic might also be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  Even demonstrations intended …

U.S. Social Security Services Honduras – May 16 – 20, 2022 The U.S. Embassy in Honduras is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula and Roatán to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security benefits. Where:  US Consular Section, US …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: A protest is currently taking place at downtown Distrito Central in Tegucigalpa held by municipality employees that were fired and are demanding their severance payment. Traffic might also be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  Even demonstrations intended …

Message for U.S. Citizens: Interest in American Citizen Services Visit in La Ceiba (May 3, 2022) Location: La Ceiba, Honduras Event: Potential American Citizen Services Outreach Visit to La Ceiba Do you live in the La Ceiba area and have interest in renewing your passport, filing a Consular Report of Birth Abroad or receiving notarial …

NAME: Tito Montes Bobadilla ALIASES: Alejandro Montes Bobadilla, “Pimpi” DOB: June 20, 1989 POB: Limon, Colon, Honduras NATIONALITY: Honduran CITIZENSHIP: Honduran HEIGHT: Unknown WEIGHT: Unknown HAIR COLOR: Black EYE COLOR: Brown SCARS, TATTOOS, OR MARKS: Unknown On or about October 8, 2015, a federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Virginia returned an indictment charging Tito Montes Bobadilla (also known as Alejandro Montes Bobadilla or …

NAME: Herlinda Bobadilla ALIAS ES: Erlinda Ramos Bobadilla, “Chinda” DOB: October 16, 1960POB: Limon, Colon, Honduras NATIONALITY: Honduran CITIZENSHIP: Honduran HEIGHT: Unknown WEIGHT: Unknown HAIR COLOR: Black EYE COLOR: Brown SCARS, TATTOOS, OR MARKS: Unknown On or about October 8, 2015, a federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Virginia returned an indictment charging Tito Montes Bobadilla (also known as Alejandro Montes-Bobadilla or …

NAME: Juan Carlos Montes Bobadilla ALIASES: “Mono” DOB: May 5, 1986 POB: Limon, Colon, Honduras NATIONALITY: Honduran CITIZENSHIP: Honduran HEIGHT: Unknown WEIGHT: Unknown HAIR COLOR: Black EYE COLOR: Brown SCARS, TATTOOS, OR MARKS: Unknown On or about October 8, 2015, a federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Virginia returned an indictment charging Tito Montes Bobadilla (also known as Alejandro Montes-Bobadilla or Pimpi), Herlinda Bobadilla …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Protests may take place throughout Honduras on May 1, 2022 which is the Honduran Labor Day. Historically on this date, workers’ syndicates perform demonstrations in the main cities of Honduras. These demonstrations tend to affect traffic along their routes. Although normally peaceful, U.S citizens should avoid any demonstration as even peaceful …

Location: Honduras, Tegucigalpa Event: A protest is currently taking place in Blvd. Juan Pablo II in front of the Presidential Palace in Tegucigalpa. Traffic might also be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational …

Location: Honduras, Department of Colón and areas near Trujillo Event: Three police officers were assassinated on April 24, 2022, off Highway CA-13 near Trujillo.  U.S. citizens in Honduras should avoid the areas near Trujillo in the Department of Colón and are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings. Actions to Take: Avoid areas near Trujillo …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: A protest is scheduled today at 5:00 pm in Morazan Blvd. Plaza Tigo in Tegucigalpa related to the extradition of Ex-President Juan Orlando Hernandez. U.S. citizens should be alert that similar protests may take place throughout the weekend. Traffic might also be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Protests may take place related to the extradition of Ex-President Juan Orlando Hernandez today, April 21, 2022. Traffic might also be affected.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate …

Location: Countrywide Event: Nationwide Protests on April 20, 2022 There are currently nationwide protests by vehicle importers demanding a law change. These protests are affecting traffic in these areas thus far: SPS airport- La Meza CA5 Siguatepeque/Comayagua El Paraiso-Jacaleapa Santa Rosa -Gracias Lempira road Puerto Cortes The event is ongoing. Drivers are using their vehicles to block …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras Location: Countrywide Event: Semana Santa Reminder – Personal and Driving Safety As people travel throughout Honduras during Semana Santa, driving conditions will be more hazardous due to increased vehicular traffic.  Additionally, increased police presence and check points will affect vehicle traffic throughout Honduras.  U.S. citizens should prepare accordingly. In general, crime …

Location: Countrywide Event: Several protests are scheduled throughout the country against the government, starting as early as 6 am on Thursday, April 7 due to the high price of fuel.  U.S. citizens are advised to maintain awareness of their surroundings as even peaceful demonstrations may turn violent with little or no notice. Actions to Take:  Be aware of your …

Tax Season is here. Remember to file your income taxes! U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa would like to remind U.S. citizens they are required to file their federal income taxes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by April 18, 2022.  If you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien living or traveling outside of the United States, you …

Message to U.S. Citizens: Resumption of Consular Report of Birth Abroad appointments at the U.S. Consular Agency in San Pedro Sula Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Starting March 31, 2022, the U.S. Consular Agency in San Pedro Sula will resume routine Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) appointments. The Consular Agency continues to provide notarial services and passport renewals on a …

Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras Location: CA-5 Event: A protest is scheduled on CA-5, approximately 2 miles south of Comayagua and near Palmerola Airport, starting as early as 5 am on Monday, March 28 by cargo transportation drivers. The drivers may use their vehicles to block the traffic in both lanes, including access to the Palmerola Airport.  …

Message to U.S. Citizens: Resumption of Routine Services for U.S. Citizens Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Starting March 16, 2022, the U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa will resume routine passport, notarial, and Consular Report of Birth Abroad appointments. All U.S. citizens are welcome to schedule appointments according to their need. Please find more information at the following address: https://hn.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/ The Embassy continues to also …

Location: Tegucigalpa, Honduras Event: There have been public calls for parades/caravans to take place in support of the recent arrest of Ex-President Juan Orlando Hernandez today, February 15, 2022, at Blvd. Morazán and other locations around Tegucigalpa from 6 pm onward. Traffic might be affected. U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Starting February 2, 2022, all routine passport, notarial, and Consular Report of Birth Abroad appointments have been temporarily suspended at the U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa, Honduras to reduce opportunities for transmission of COVID-19. Once the American Citizen Services Unit resumes regular consular operations, you will be able to reschedule your appointment.  The …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: The Honduran Presidential Inauguration will take place at the National Stadium on Thursday, January 27th, 2022.  There will also be state sponsored events through the city.  These events will result in significant road closures around Tegucigalpa starting at 0600 the morning of January 27th.  This will SEVERLY impede movement in and around Tegucigalpa and vehicles will be denied access to main arteries without the proper credentials. U.S. …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: The Honduran Presidential Inauguration will take place at the National Stadium on Thursday, January 27th, 2022.  There will also be state sponsored events through the city.  These events will result in significant road closures around Tegucigalpa starting at 0600 the morning of January 27th.  This will SEVERLY impede movement in and around Tegucigalpa and vehicles will be denied access to main arteries without the proper credentials. U.S. …

Location: Honduras, countrywide  Event:  Registering to vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state.  Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register.  Go to FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to …

(December 28, 2021) Location:  Honduras Subject:  Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until March 31, 2022. You qualify to travel on …

This is an update that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2  Travel Health Notice for Honduras due to COVID-19, indicating a moderate level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you are fully vaccinated with an  FDA authorized vaccine . Before planning any international travel, please review the CDC’s …

Event:   From December 16, 2021, the Honduran Agency for Civil Aeronautics will cease many international flights to Toncontin International Airport (TGU) in Tegucigalpa, in conjunction with the opening of Palmerola International Airport (XPL) in Comayagua.  Domestic and international flights to and from Toncontin International Airport (TGU) may be affected or canceled. Please consult with your airline to …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event:  On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States.  Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken the day before they board their flight to the …

EVENT: The Honduran national elections will be held Sunday, November 28, 2021. During elections, rallies and protests are commonplace. These gatherings are mostly peaceful but, in some instances, can turn violent. ACTIONS TO TAKE: Avoid demonstrations or large gatherings and leave the area immediately if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Be …

Effective November 8, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will require all air passengers – two years or older – traveling to the United States to present a negative COVID viral test taken within a timeframe based on their vaccination status or present documentation of having recovered from COVID-19 in the last 90 days. All …

LOCATION: Honduras, countrywide EVENT: National Curfew Suspended The Government of Honduras has suspended the national curfew as of October 1, 2021.  Individuals remaining out after 10pm are required to carry their original COVID-19 vaccination certificate documenting proof of vaccination. The opening and operation of bars, nightclubs, concerts, and community fairs remains prohibited. During the Morazánica holiday (6-10 …

Location: Suyapa Boulevard, Tegucigalpa Event: A demonstration/protest is ongoing today, September 21, 2021, by the Property Institute on Suyapa Boulevard in Tegucigalpa. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the area and are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as even peaceful demonstrations may turn violent with little or no notice. Actions to Take:  Avoid travel to the areas …

Location: Honduras, countrywide Event: Celebrations for the Honduran National Independence Bicentennial will take place on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, with various demonstrations and parades in Tegucigalpa and across the country.  Past parades in Tegucigalpa have been largely peaceful, but traffic is expected to be heavy, especially along the parade routes.  U.S. citizens are reminded to …

The U.S. Embassy in Honduras is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security benefits. Where:  U.S. Consular Section, U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa. When:  September 20th and 21st from 8 am to 4 pm and September …

Location: Guadalupe Bridge on Blvd. Morazán, Tegucigalpa, Honduras Event: A demonstration/protest is expected to take place today, July 30, 2021 at 4pm by the Guadalupe Bridge on Blvd. Morazán in Tegucigalpa. Protestors are expected to march eastbound on Blvd. Morazán toward the Tigo building. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the area and are reminded to maintain …

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras (June 28, 2021) Location: Tigo Roundabout on Blvd. Morazán, Tegucigalpa, Honduras Event: A demonstration/protest is expected to take place today, June 28, 2021 at 4pm by the Tigo Roundabout on Blvd. Morazán in Tegucigalpa. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the area and are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings …

HEALTH ALERT:  U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras (June 10, 2021) LOCATION: Honduras EVENT:  Negative COVID-19 Test No Longer Required for Fully Vaccinated Travelers to Enter Honduras Effective June 2, 2021, The Government of Honduras has updated its requirements for entry into the country.   All travelers must still complete the online pre-check form, but fully vaccinated individuals with their original vaccination …

The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the Hurricane Season which lasts through November 2021. Hurricane Season in the Atlantic begins June 1 and runs through November 30. The  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center  expects the 2021 season to be above average.  Forecasters predict a 60% chance of an above-normal season, but do not anticipate the historic level of storm …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras Location: Tegucigalpa, Honduras Event: A protest/vehicle caravan activity is expected today starting at Universidad Nacional Autonoma, Blvd. Suyapa. demanding full representation for new political parties at the voting stations at 4:30 pm. The planned route and destination of the caravan are currently unknown. U.S. citizens should avoid avoid Blvd. Suyapa area …

Location: Honduras Event:  U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021. You qualify for this …

The U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa, Honduras is pleased to inform the public that the Consular Agency in San Pedro Sula will re-open on June 1, 2021.  The Consular Agency in San Pedro Sula will only be open by appointment for passport and notarial services. Walk- ins will not be admitted. For passport requirements, please visit …

Location: Toncontin Airport, Tegucigalpa, Honduras Event: A demonstration/protest by government employees is currently taking place today, May 20, 2021 at the Aeronautica Civil by the Toncontin airport exit in Tegucigalpa. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the area and are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as even peaceful demonstrations may turn violent with little or …

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras  (March 30, 2021) Location: Blvd Centroamerica, Tegucigalpa, Honduras Event: Demonstrations/strikes regarding the sentencing of Tony Hernandez are expected to take place on March 30, 2021 beginning at 4:00 pm by the Diunsa and Banco Atlantida roundabout located on Blvd Centroamerica. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the area. While similar events have …

HEALTH ALERT – U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras (March 22, 2021) LOCATION: Honduras EVENT: National Curfew In Effect The Government of Honduras has extended the national curfew from March 22, 2021 until March 28, 2021 from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. During the week, shopping and essential activities will be allowed daily from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. without …

LOCATION: Honduras EVENT: National Curfew Suspended During Internal and Primary Political Party Elections From Friday, March 12 to Tuesday, March 16, the national curfew is suspended in order for the internal and primary political party elections to be carried out on time, and in strict compliance of all biosecurity measures. For additional information on COVID-19, please: Consult …

HEALTH ALERT – U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras (February 17, 2021) LOCATION: Honduras EVENT: National Curfew In Effect The Government of Honduras has extended the national curfew until February 21, 2021 from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. During the week, shopping and essential activities will be allowed daily from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. without regard to identification number, …

LOCATION: Honduras EVENT: National Curfew In Effect The Government of Honduras announced a national curfew from January 10, 2021 to January 17, 2021 from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. During the week, shopping and essential activities will be allowed daily from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. without regard to identification number. Bars, night clubs, and convention centers are …

LOCATION: Honduras EVENT: The Government of Honduras announced the following temporary measures in response to the new strain of COVID-19, as of December 23, 2020: Non-resident Honduran citizens and tourists coming from the United Kingdom or South Africa or having visited or transited through those areas in the last 21 days are restricted from entering Honduras via …

Location: Honduras Event: National Curfew Extended National Curfew Extended The Government of Honduras extended the National Curfew until Sunday, October 25 at 11:00 p.m. Shopping and essential activities will be allowed daily from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. according to the last digit of an individual’s national identity card or passport number for non-Honduran citizens. Day …

Receiving Your Ballot: Some states allow you to receive your ballot by email or fax while others do not.  Please visit  https://www.fvap.gov/covid-19  to view a graphic showing which states allow voting by fax or email.  If your state requires you to receive paper voting forms or ballots from local election officials by mail, you can do …

If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW!  Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee …

Location: Honduras Event: National Curfew Extended National Curfew Extended The Government of Honduras extended the National Curfew until Sunday, September 20 at 11:00 p.m. Shopping and essential activities will be allowed daily from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. according to the last digit of an individual’s national identity card or passport number for non-Honduran citizens. Day  …

Location:  Honduras Event: National Curfew Extended National Curfew Extended The Government of Honduras extended the National Curfew until Sunday, September 13 at 11:00 p.m. Shopping and essential activities will be allowed daily from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. according to the last digit of an individual’s national identity card or passport number for non-Honduran citizens. …

Due to the enactment of a red alert by the President of Honduras, which prohibits public and private events with 50 or more participants, the Visa section at the U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa will be limiting appointments.  For non-immigrant visas, we will continue to see persons requesting emergency travel, students, exchange visitors, and temporary seasonal …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras (March 14, 2020) Location: Honduras Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China.  The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 80,000 reported cases worldwide.  Due to the enactment of a red alert by the President of Honduras prohibiting public and …

Location: Atlántida and Francisco Morazán Departments Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China.  The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 80,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 11, 2020, the Honduras Ministry of Health announced two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Atlántida …

Location:  Honduras  Event:There is an ongoing outbreak of pneumonia first identified in Wuhan, China, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus.    Actions to Take: Consult the  CDC website , for the most up-to-date information regarding enhanced screening procedures. Check with the airlines regarding any flight cancellations and/or restrictions on flying. Wash your hands often with soap and water …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras (January 8, 2020) Location:  Honduras Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Current security situation The U.S. Embassy has now lifted restrictions regarding travel for U.S. government employees and family members within Honduras. Actions to Take: Avoid all demonstrations. Even peaceful ones can turn violent with little or no notice. Be prepared to shelter in place and use your provisions in your emergency kit. …

The U.S. Embassy in Honduras is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security benefits. Where:  US Consular Section, US Embassy Tegucigalpa. When:  September 17th and 18th from 8 am to 4 …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Ongoing demonstrations against the Honduran government. Because of the ongoing demonstrations at or near National Autonomous University of Honduras (UNAH), which at times have turned violent as they did on Wednesday, August 7, the U.S. Embassy has determined this area to be unsafe for U.S. citizen embassy employees and family members to …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Ongoing demonstrations against the Honduran government. Multiple planned and impromptu demonstrations are likely to continue taking place throughout the country.  Any demonstration can turn violent with little or no notice.  Due to the potential of violent confrontations between protestors and security forces in Tegucigalpa, the U.S. Embassy has declared the following area …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Dengue fever epidemic. Dengue fever epidemics occur every four to five years in Honduras due to its tropical and subtropical climates.  Currently, Honduras is seeing a sharp increase in cases of dengue fever, especially in children. As a result, the Government of Honduras has declared a state of emergency. The most affected …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Ongoing demonstrations against the Honduran government. Multiple planned and impromptu demonstrations are likely to continue taking place throughout the country.  Any demonstration can turn violent with little or no notice.  Due to increasingly violent confrontations between protestors and security forces in Tegucigalpa, the U.S. Embassy has declared the following area of Tegucigalpa …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Ongoing demonstrations against the Honduran government. In light of increasingly violent confrontations between protestors and security forces in Tegucigalpa, the U.S. Embassy has declared two areas of Tegucigalpa to be unsafe for transit and directed all embassy employees and family members to avoid the following areas of Tegucigalpa until further notice: Universidad Nacional …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Ongoing demonstrations against the Honduran government. In light of the outbreaks of violence that occurred during protests on June 19, 2019, the U.S. Embassy has instructed U.S. government employees to minimize unnecessary travel.  Unannounced protests and road blockades are likely to continue and may lead to the closure of businesses and roads …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Ongoing demonstrations by multiple sectors of Honduran society including workers from various economic sectors, activists, students, and others. Although recent protests have been largely peaceful, unannounced and spontaneous protests may continue and lead to the closure of businesses as well as roadblocks in major cities and along the CA-5 highway connecting Comayagua …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Ongoing demonstrations and roadblocks. Although recent protests have been largely peaceful, unannounced and spontaneous protests may continue and lead to the closure of businesses as well as roadblocks in major cities and along the highways connecting Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula, Choluteca, Choloma, Villaneuva, Tocoa, and other cities and major highways countrywide. The …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event: Ongoing demonstrations by members of the health and education sectors.  Students, other activists, and workers from other economic sectors, e.g., bus and taxi drivers, may also participate in the protests.  In light of these ongoing demonstrations, the U.S. Embassy maintains its recommendation to minimize all unnecessary travel throughout the week of June 3 …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event:  Demonstrations/strikes will continue today, May 31, 2019.  Doctors, teachers and other health professionals intend to continue their nationwide 48-hour general strike, accompanied by protests in the major cities in Honduras, to demand the repeal of two decrees related to education and health.  Students, other activists, and workers from other economic sectors, …

Location:  Honduras, Toncontin International Airport, Tegucigalpa Event:  As of 12:30 PM, demonstrations outside Toncontin International Airport have closed the roads leading into the airport and led to the evacuation of travelers to the military base, located across the runway.  Honduran authorities have not yet indicated their plans for restoring normal airport operations or assisting individuals at the airport …

Location:  Honduras, countrywide Event:  Protests are expected to continue throughout Honduras on Tuesday, April 30 and Wednesday, May 1, 2019.  Protestors have closed roads and damaged public spaces and buildings.  Recent protests have encountered a strong police presence and the use of tear gas and batons. U.S. government personnel have been advised to minimize unnecessary …

Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras (March 28, 2019) Location: Throughout Honduras, with the highest risk in the Cortés Department. Event: The Honduras Ministry of Health has reported a significant increase in dengue fever and severe dengue fever compared to 2018. Actions to Take: Visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s website on dengue fever. …

Location: Areas around Tegucigalpa, including La Tigra forest and the zones of Amarateca, El Picacho, El Hatillo, and El Carpintero; Honduras. Event: A rash of forest fires has affected areas around Tegucigalpa over the past several days. Smoke from the fires has reduced air quality and visibility in and around the capital. There is no …

Location: San Pedro Sula, Honduras Event: The U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa advises U.S. citizens of a new crime trend in San Pedro Sula. There has been a recent increase in crime, including a triple homicide, in Barrio Los Andes. These crimes do not appear to be targeting U.S. citizens. Embassy personnel in San Pedro Sula …

Location: Planned throughout mainland Honduras. Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place beginning the afternoon of January 19, 2018. The Opposition Alliance has called for a nationwide, week long demonstration to protest the November 2017 presidential election. The demonstrations are expected to last at least through the presidential inauguration scheduled for January 27, 2018. Recent …

A demonstration is expected to take place on Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. near the Soto Cano Air Base, Comayagua, Honduras. The demonstrations are related to the November 2017 presidential elections. Recent demonstrations have included destruction of private and public property and have encountered a strong police presence including the use of tear …