Complete guide to the Consular Registration of Honduras in the United States

The End of Consular Registration has arrived. The consular registration is no longer necessary for Hondurans as an ID because it was replaced by the new DNI. This is a step forward related to consular appointments, benefits for Hondurans in the United States, and relief in consular offices.

It is not necessary to get a consular ID currently due to the fact that the new DNI is a legal identification in the USA. This is why consular registration is no longer an option when requesting an appointment.

Click the link below to get a guide on how to do so if you have not yet requested your new ID:

Request the New DNI

Requirements to obtain the Consular Registration of Honduras

If you wish to opt for Honduran Consular Registration, you must comply with the following requirements in order to process your application at the consulate. Next, we will present the instructions so you can complete the process and access the registration.

Requirements:

• It is mandatory to prove that you are a Honduran citizen by birth.
• Birth certificate.
• Original ID card and a copy.
• You must be registered in the National Registry of Persons (RNP).
• Proof of residency in the United States.
• Request a consular appointment.
• Proof of payment.
• Old Consular Registration of Honduras if you are renewing.
• Police report if lost or stolen. 

Application process for the consular registration of Honduras in the United States

We advise you to have all the requirements ready before making an appointment. To book an appointment, you must specify the county or city of residence in the United States, assist with the confirmation of the consular appointment, and provide all the other documents already mentioned to get a consular ID.

If you live in a peripheral area, you can request an appointment according to the dates published by each mobile consulate.

Appointment for Honduran Consular Registration

1. First, you should go to Citaconsular.sreci.gob.hn to request an appointment for a consular registration.
2. Select “consular appointments.” Then, select “Honduran or foreign.” If you select Honduran, you must fill in the applicant’s personal details: name, surname, date of birth, gender, telephone number, email, identity number, and current address.
3. Remember that you must select the United States as your country of residence.
4. The next step is to choose the Honduran consular facility where you wish to be treated. For example, if you are in North Carolina, you must choose Charlotte, North Carolina.
5. Once the appointment has been requested, a confirmation will be sent to the email provided.

Benefits and uses of the Honduran Consular Registration

Although the consular registration can replace the passport only for simple services, it is also used by all Hondurans to open bank accounts in the United States. The consular registration is also easy to transport and more convenient to keep when traveling.

Although it is important to note that the consular registration does not replace a passport as a travel document, it can be used as an identification document on US soil. In some states, such as California, you can apply for a driver’s license with it.

What is the difference between a consular registration and a Honduran passport?

The main difference between the consular registration and the Honduran passport is that while the consular registration is used only for services within the United States, the Honduran passport is required for traveling.

How long does it take to obtain a Honduran Consular Registration?

It can take 24 hours to two weeks to obtain a consular registration.

Can I renew my Consular Registration if it has already expired?

Consular registrations are valid for 5 years and can be renewed after expiration. All forms must be submitted again, and you must request an appointment to renew your registration.