SHIPPING TO HONDURAS

If you are shipping anything from the USA or Canada to Honduras, Cargomax International has the best service, the best transit times, and the best rates. We have offices in North America to assist you in real time, no matter what you need.

With our online tools for pricing, booking, tracking, and documentation, we can assure the best service in the logistics industry.

Cargomax International also coordinates with help from its agents for the land shipment of goods between various Central American countries.

The following countries are the ones in the agreement:

Nicaragua
Costa Rica
Honduras
El Salvador
Guatemala
Panama

Goods of all types, including trucks, vehicles, machinery, and construction equipment can be moved from one country to another without taxes until the item arrives at its final destination.

Single Central American Declaration (DUCA)
The Central American Single Declaration (DUCA) unites the three main customs declarations that protect trading between Central American countries.

The DUCA integrates the Central American Single Customs Form (FAUCA), which is used to con-duct intra-regional trade of originating merchandise. Commonly known as DUT, the Declaration for International Land Customs Transit, is used for the international land transit of goods in Central America. Finally, the Goods Declaration, which is called DUA or DM, is used for trade with specif-ic countries outside the region.

The DUCA has three modalities:

The DUCA-F must be used to trade merchandise that originated in Central American.
The DUCA-D must be used for the import or export of goods with countries outside Central Ameri-ca.
The DUCA-T must be used for the transfer of goods under the international land transit regime.

The application of the DUCA entered into force in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama as of May 7, 2019.

This is a trade facilitation measure, which is the result of the efforts of the region’s customs ser-vices, as well as the Council of Ministers of Economic Integration. It constitutes a firm step to-wards strengthening Central American economic integration.

For more information visit: https://www.sieca.int/

SHIPPING SERVICES TO HONDURAS

RO/RO SHIPPING SERVICES TO HONDURAS

Ro/Ro (Roll on/Roll off) shipping service to Honduras:

For transporting automobiles, cars, vehicles, buses, ambulances, fire trucks, tractor trucks, all other types of trucks, trailers, machinery, and much more, this is the most secure way of shipping via ocean transportation. Why? Because RO/RO carrier vessels have special inclines (ramps) constructed to enable vehicles to be loaded on and off the vessel using the vehicle’s own power. This is the safest, easiest, and most convenient way to transport drivable vehicles across continents.

How much does it cost to send a vehicle to Honduras?

The shipping cost for a vehicle to various ports in Honduras varies based on specific information. To obtain an accurate quote, please provide the following details:

-If door-to-port service is required, include the pickup address.

-The vehicle’s dimensions (length x width x height) and weight which are typically found on the title registration (note: the vehicle must be weighed before loading to comply with VGM SOLAS requirements);

-Preferred port of destination.

CONTAINER SHIPPING SERVICES TO HONDURAS

CONTAINER SHIPPING SERVICES TO Honduras

Cargomax International provides comprehensive ocean container services from Canada, China, Europe, and the East Coast of the United States to Honduras, serving major ports including Puerto Cortes, Puerto Castilla, Puerto de San Lorenzo. Our offerings utilize cellular vessels for direct sailings and transshipments, equipped with a range of container types such as 20’ STD Dry, 40’ STD Dry, 40’ HC Dry, 45’ STD Dry, and various specialized containers.

The cost of shipping a container to Honduras can vary widely. Prices are influenced by multiple factors, including the

-Type of commodity,

-The preferred container type and size.

-The weight of the cargo, (including packing and goods)

For the specific service options like door-to-port moves add the following information:

-Complete details about your shipment needs,

-Loading warehouse address for door-to-port services

This will allow us to offer a tailored quote that best fits your requirements.

LO/LO LIFT ON/ LIFT OFF SHIPPING SERVICES TO HONDURAS

Cargomax International provides Lo/Lo (lift on/lift off) services for project cargo via breakbulk vessels from major ports on the East Coast of the USA and Canada to various destinations in Honduras, Puerto Cortes, Puerto Castilla, Puerto de San Lorenzo. Services are also available from ports in China and Europe, with regular calls from the US East Coast and inducement options from other origins.

To accurately provide a quote for our Lo/Lo services, we require the following details sent via email:

-A photo and of the unit,

-Dimensions (length x width x height),

-Unit’s weight (including packing and unit)

-It is also crucial to include diagrams showing the lifting and pulling points for rolling cargo.

-Preferred port of destination.”

These details are essential for ensuring safe and efficient handling of your cargo. Please provide all necessary information to help us give you the best possible service.

OOG (OUT OF GAUGE CARGO) SHIPPING SERVICES TO HONDURAS

Shipping costs for Out of Gauge (OOG) services to Honduras depend on various factors, much like the Lo/Lo services. The size and dimensions of the cargo, along with the distribution of its weight, are critical to determine handling requirements. Unlike Lo/Lo services where cargo is lifted on and off the vessel, OOG cargo is secured on specialized equipment such as 20’, 40’, or 45’ Flat Rack containers, or 60’ to 90’ Mafi trailers. It is further stabilized and secured using blocks, braces, straps, and chains to ensure safe transportation. To receive a detailed quote for your specific shipping needs, please provide all relevant details about your cargo.

To accurately provide a quote for our Lo/Lo services, we require the following details sent via email:

-A photo and of the unit,

-Dimensions (length x width x height),

-Unit’s weight (including packing and unit)

-It is also crucial to include diagrams showing the lifting and pulling points for rolling cargo.

-Preferred port of destination.”

These details are essential for ensuring safe and efficient handling of your cargo. Please provide all necessary information to help us give you the best possible service.

ABOUT HONDURAS

Honduras is a small country in Central America bordered by Guatemala in the north, El Salvador in the west, and Nicaragua in the south. However, despite these many borders, Honduras has both Pacific coastline and Carribean coastline. A central part of the Mayan empire, the first recorded contact between Europeans and Mayans occurred in 1502 when Christopher Columbus landed on the Bay Islands off the Honduran coast. The Republic of Honduras gained independence from Spain in 1821. The primary language of Honduras is Spanish, and 90% of the local population is Mestizo, descended from both European and indigenous ancestry.

The Honduran economy is primarily based in small agriculture, with some small manufacturing and a growing textiles industry. Honduras is rich in natural resources, however, including timber, gold, silver, copper, lead, zinc, iron ore, coal, and hydropower. The main agricultural industries are bananas, sugar cane, coffee, citrus, beef, and shrimp. Primary exports include apparel, coffee, shrimp, auto parts, cigars, bananas, gold, palm oil, fruit, lobster, lumber. Because of its dependence on agriculture, this small country is particularly vulnerable to natural disasters such as hurricanes. In many ways, the country is still recovering from the total destruction of 1998’s Hurricane Mitch. But of all the Central American countries, Honduras has managed to carry an impressive economic growth rate for several years. Their primary trade partners are the U.S., Germany, Belgium, Mexico, China, and their Central American neighbors.

Despite this growth rate, Honduras is one of the poorest countries in Central America, with over 60% of its population living below the poverty line. Security for foreigners in the country remains a concern for many companies. However, thanks to investment from foreign initiatives and a nationwide push to level inequality and reduce poverty, violent crime numbers are dropping.

VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS TO THE HONDURAS

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLES

- • Bill of Sale or Commercial Invoice (signed by notary from the same state)
  • Original Bill of Lading
  • Original Title Registration of the unit (made to the consigne)

INFORMATION REQUIRED ON COMMERCIAL DOCUMENTATION

• Véhicule Make
• Véhicule Model
• Color of véhicle
• Year of véhicle Manufacture
• Engine CC
• Serial or Vin Number
• Actual weight
• Number of Axles for high and Heavy Commodities

Q&A General Question :

CAN I SEND A CAR TO THE HONDURAS?

Yes, but you must make sure customs regulations are respected.

CAN I SEND A TRUCK TO THE HONDURAS?

Yes, but you must make sure customs regulations are respected.

CAN I SEND MACHINERY TO THE HONDURAS?

Yes, but you must make sure customs regulations are respected.

RORO SHIPPING SERVICE BY ORIGIN TERMINALS AND PORTS

For shipping vehicles, cars, trucks, trailers, container chassis, buses, construction equipment, oilfield equipment, mining equipment, or machinery, we offer Ro/Ro shipping services from various cities in Canada and the U.S. to Honduras, with our combined bonded driver service from most Canadian and U.S. cities to most ports in the East and Gulf coasts of the United States.

Find below a list of Ro/Ro Shipping Service origin hub terminals servicing from the U.S. and Canada origins to Honduras.

Ro/Ro services and OOG services come from the following city terminals and Ports of Loading:

· Baltimore, Maryland
· Brooklyn, New York
· Brunswick, Georgia
· Calgary, Alberta
· Charleston, South Carolina
· Edmonton, Alberta
· Port Everglades, Florida
· Galveston, Texas
· Halifax, Nova Scotia
· Houston, Texas
· Jacksonville, Florida
· Montreal, Quebec
· Miami, Florida
· Newark, New Jersey
· Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
· Savannah, Georgia
· Tampa, Florida
· Toronto, Canada

Destinations:

For transportation rates into Honduras, please feel free to contact us at:

sales@cargomaxintl.com

Contact information in Honduras

CARGOMAX INTERNATIONAL INC,

Honduras Customer Service Center
Pricing Email: sales@cargomaxintl.com

Customs formalities information:
Email : info@cargomaxintl.com

Customer services information:
Email : info@cargomaxintl.com
Phone : (506) 4101-2142

Pricing department :
sales@cargomaxintl.com

Sales Department

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPORT SHIPMENTS

COMMERCIAL CARGO

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

• For Organizations: RNC Number (Registro Nacional de Contribuyentes)

• For Citizens: Cedula Number (Cedula de Identificacion Nacional)

• Original bill of lading freighted.

• Commercial invoice/Bill of sale

• Original vehicle titles registrations (for vehicles only)

• Packing list

• Weight of merchandise (gross weight, net weight per package)

• Certificate of origin

• Sanitary or Phytosanitary Certificates: Perishable and food products require an agriculture document stamped by a food inspection agency control from the country of origin.

Customs authority of Honduras

Website: https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/

DONATION CARGO

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

• For Organizations: RNC Number (Registro Nacional de Contribuyentes)

• For Citizens: The Cedula Number (Cedula de Identificacion Nacional)

• Original bill of lading freighted.

• List of donated cargo with its value

• Weight of merchandise

Customs authority of Honduras

Website: https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/

PERSONAL EFFECTS AND HOUSEHOLD GOODS

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

• For Citizens: The Cedula Number (Cedula de Identificacion Nacional)

• Original bill of lading freighted.

• List of household goods and personal effects with the value of each item.

• Weight of merchandise (gross weight, net weight per package)

• Contract signed with the logistic company.

You must make sure to comply with all authorized quantities limitations and items to be imported under personal effect and household goods.

Customs authority of Honduras

Website: https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/

Container and Ro/Ro routes services

Cargomax International guarantees these negotiated rates to most Honduras ports and airports from the following list of countries: