Americas
Driving in Honduras
An official translation of your licence satisfies the local requirement. Here is exactly what Honduras expects from a visiting driver, and how to have it before you land.
Honduras
Americas · drives on the right
- Drives on the
- Right
- Rental min age
- 18+
- Ready in
- 8 min
Do I need an international driving permit in Honduras?
An official translation of your licence satisfies the local requirement. A certified translation of your licence satisfies the local requirement.
Which side of the road does Honduras drive on?
Honduras drives on the right-hand side of the road.
What is the minimum age to rent a car in Honduras?
Rental desks in Honduras generally require drivers to be at least 18. Younger drivers may face a surcharge or be refused.
How quickly can I get one before I fly?
The digital document is issued in minutes — the median is 41 seconds after payment — and works offline. A printed booklet ships separately by tracked courier.
Requirements are set by Honduras and can change. We publish what the destination currently expects and update it when it moves. If Honduras refuses the document we recommended for it, our money-back guarantee applies.