Temporary Residence Permit - Rentista
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 730 days
- Processing time
- 3-6 months
- Fee
- Varies
- Validity
- 2-5 years
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Rentista visa is subcategory of Special Residence Permit. Initially granted for 2 years, renewable for up to 5 years. Renewable indefinitely as long as income requirement continues to be met. Must be represented by Honduran attorney - self-representation not permitted.
Eligibility
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Financial
Must demonstrate stable passive income of at least $2,500 per month from foreign sources such as rental income or investments.
Minimum funds: $2,500/month passive income
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Health
Must provide good health certificate.
Required vaccinations: None specific
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Criminal record
Clean criminal record required from all countries of residence in past 5 years.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Proof of stable passive income from abroad (rental income, investments, etc.); Minimum amount: $2,500/month
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Police clearance
Validity months: 12
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Residence Permit Application
How to apply
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Document gathering
Collect passport, police clearances from all countries of residence (past 5 years), health certificate, and proof of passive income ($2,500/month minimum).
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Online application
Hire attorney registered with Honduran national bar association. All applicants must be represented by attorney - cannot self-represent.
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Fee payment
Pay residence permit processing fees and legal fees.
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Processing wait
Attorney submits application to immigration authorities. Processing time varies.
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Visa collection
Receive Special Residence Permit (Rentista category) valid for 2-5 years.