Honduras humanitarian customs regulations
This document was submitted in response to a questionnaire distributed by Global Hand regarding humanitarian customs information. It provides regulations for importing humanitarian aid into Honduras.
Required Documents
- bill of lading/airway bill.
- commercial invoice.
- packing list.
- fumigation certificate.
- deed of donation.
- certificate of origin.
Prohibited Goods
Everything concerning humanitarian aid is allowed.
Tax Exemption
Tax exemption is only given to non-profit organisations, that work in the areas of health, education and food distribution.
Pre-Shipment Application
Pre-shipment application should be made to the Secretary of Finance, Department of Customs and Taxes.
Monetary Valuation
Monetary valuation is required of the consignment as a whole, in US dollar currency.
Restrictions
Organisations sending goods to Honduras must consider the expiry date restrictions for food and medicine.
Other Information
If the humanitarian aid is given to a governmental department, then the institution that receives the donation is in charge of applying for tax exemption from the Secretary of Finance. If the humanitarian aid is given to a non-profit non-governmental organisation, this organisation must be legally registered in the country.