Can US citizens live in Roatan?

Visas & Residency – Can I Move to Roatan? You will need to apply for residency in Roatan to make a permanent move to the island. The good news is that it is a fairly simple process. There are a few different ways to apply, depending on whether you are a retiree, an investor or if you have family links to Honduras.



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There are two residency options to consider. Neither option requires that American citizens denounce their citizenship to the US (or any other country), yet both alternatives allow for a path towards permanent residency in Honduras.

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Roatan Expats reside in many areas around Roatan, ranging from West Bay to Camp Bay, to Port Royal (on far east end).

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Yes, foreigners can buy property in Roatan and the Government welcomes investment from overseas buyers.

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1. Can a foreigner own real estate? In Honduras, every national or foreign person has the right to acquire real estate directly or indirectly. The only exceptions and/or limitations refer to properties in the border area or coastal beaches.

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For residents of most western countries to enter Honduras or Roatan you only require a valid passport. Once in Honduras or Roatan you can stay 30 days in the country. A visitor's extension is possible to a total stay of 90 days at which point tourists are required to leave the country for three days.

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Secondly, Roatan has a low cost of living compared to North America. Housing, food, and transportation are all significantly cheaper on the island. For example, a one-bedroom apartment in popular expat communities can cost as little as $500 per month and the cost to buy a home or property is still a bargain.

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The East End of Roatan is a very popular area for expats. Quiet, more rural, and a true taste of island life await you in the East End. Part of the Santos Guardiola Municipality, the East End is a term to describe the many different neighborhoods and communities that vaguely encompass everything East of French Harbour.

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Is the drinking water safe to drink? Tap water is not recommended to drink in Honduras. All good restaurants and hotels will provide purified water or use purified water in food preparation. Purified water can be bought easily throughout the country.

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Petty Crimes. The most common type of crime on Roatan are burglaries. These sort of crimes can be avoided by dressing down, being careful about where expensive belongings are left, and keeping to safe areas. Avoid wandering around local villages after hours. Your safety is your responsibility, so be vigilant.

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Important Things to Consider Regarding Honduran Citizenship Acquiring dual nationality as a naturalized Honduran citizen is only possible if the foreign government (of the country you have in mind) and the Honduran government have signed a dual nationality treaty.

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The Bay Islands and Roatan are popular destinations today for many vacationers, including some rather famous people. The islands in the area are popular for celebs such as Christopher Lambert, Richard Gere, Michael Douglas, and Cameron Diaz.

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The reality is that Roatan is an island, and almost everything consumed here is imported. Our food, products and supplies had to undergo a much longer journey to make it to our happy island, and therefore that drives up the price of just about everything.

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Excluding your rent, you'll find living expenses on Roatan are approximately $300 to $750usd per month. Obviously, this depends on how much you eat and drink. Roatan has a busy social scene if you are that way inclined, but it does not offer the party to dawn every night lifestyle of Utila!

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