Central AmericaShipping Heavy Equipment to Honduras
Honduras's manufacturing, agriculture, and mining sectors drive equipment demand. Caribbean ports provide efficient access to free trade zone operations.
Main Ports
- Puerto Cortés
- Puerto Castilla
Shipping Methods
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
Key Regulations
- Honduran Customs
- CAFTA-DR
- Free Trade Zones
Common Cargo
- Manufacturing Equipment
- Agricultural Equipment
- Mining Equipment
Main Ports in Honduras
Puerto Cortés
Major Seaport
Puerto Castilla
Secondary Port
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Honduras
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | Puerto Cortés | Container / RoRo | 10–16 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Honduras
We ship to Honduras (Puerto Cortés) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 10-16 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Honduras
Honduras applies a Central American CET import duty plus 15% sales tax (ISV) and a first-registration/selective tax. Personal vehicle imports are generally restricted to about 10 years old or newer.
- Import Duty
- CET duty by type (confirm by HS code)
- VAT / Sales Tax
- ISV 15%
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Selective/first-registration taxes; confirm current rates with a Honduran broker
Source: Administración Aduanera de Honduras (CET/RECAUCA) · Last verified: June 2026
Used Vehicle & Equipment Age Limits
Personal imports are generally limited to vehicles about 10 years old or newer.
Source: Administración Aduanera de Honduras · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
Honduran Customs
National customs with free zone benefits.
CAFTA-DR
Free trade agreement with US for preferential access.
Free Trade Zones
Honduras has active maquila and free zone operations.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Honduras
- Puerto Cortés is Central America’s largest Caribbean port and the main gateway.
- Qualifying new US-origin vehicles may get CAFTA-DR preferential duty.
Frequently Asked Questions
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