Are COVID-19 tests required to travel to Honduras? A COVID test is not required when arriving in Honduras.
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Avoid displays of money and valuables such as expensive jewelry, watches, cell phones, iPods, cameras, etc. Roatan is very casual, and by dressing casually, you will not draw attention to yourself.
Many friends or tourists who want to visit and know Roatan, Honduras ask us if it is safe to travel? Our answer is YES. In general, Roatan is a safe island, however, theft can be an issue, as it is in many tourist areas.
All individuals traveling to and from Honduras must complete the Honduran Customs Declaration form electronically before arriving at the airport. If you're traveling as a family, the head of the household can complete a single form for the whole family.
To enter Honduras, you must purchase a tourist card at the airport. This allows you to visit Honduras for up to 90 days. If you're not a tourist or you plan to stay longer, you'll need a visa.
The Lempira is the official currency of Honduras but US dollars accepted throughout Roatan and can be used in most parts of the island. Credit Cards can also be used in larger stores and restaurants, but not all. It's a good idea to have smaller denominations in US Dollars for arrival (making getting change easier).
If you don't want to deal with currency exchange or taking money out of an ATM during your Roatan trip, you could theoretically bring all of your cash in USD along with you. For a 7-day trip, I would bring at least $700-1,000 USD, with the assumption that you'll have some left over.
Most branches of BAC Honduras and Banco Atlántida have ATMs that work with Visa (Plus-affiliated) or MasterCard (Cirrus-affiliated) cards. A few machines—very few—will also give cash using an American Express or Diner's Club card. ATMs are fewer and farther between once you get out-country.
How much currency/money/monetary instruments can I bring to/from Honduras? There is no limit on the amount of money that can be taken out of or brought into the United States.
Can I use my credit or debit card in Honduras? Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in larger establishments, such as hotels, restaurants, and shopping malls. It's always a good idea to inform your bank about your travel plans beforehand to avoid any issues with card usage.
Honduras - Level 3: Reconsider Travel. Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed. Reconsider travel to Honduras due to crime and kidnapping. Some areas have increased risk.
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.
Time to fly out of Roatan? If you're on an international flight, you should plan to arrive at least 2 hours ahead of your departure time (and an hour for domestic flights).