How many times have you thought about sending a car to your family in Honduras? Maybe you have wanted to do it for a long time, but the import taxes always made it difficult. Well, in February 2026, the Honduran Congress passed Decree 7-2026, and with it, a vehicle amnesty that completely changes the landscape. For the next two years, importing a car from the United States to Honduras costs significantly less than it did before.
Here we explain everything you need to know, without technicalities and with clear numbers.
What exactly does the vehicle amnesty say?
Decree 7-2026 includes a one-time import tax of approximately 10,000 lempiras (about $400 USD) for vehicles model year 2010 or earlier. Yes, you read that right. Instead of paying graduated taxes that could previously add up to thousands of dollars depending on the model and year of the vehicle, you can now import a car at that flat rate.
This amnesty is valid for 2 years, but transportation and customs procedures take several weeks. So even though it may seem like there is time, acting in advance makes a difference.
Why is this a real opportunity?
Let's do the math. A 2008-2010 Toyota Corolla or Honda Civic in good condition can be found in the U.S. between $4,000 and $7,000 USD. The same car in Honduras, already imported and legalized, can cost between $10,000 and $15,000 or more, The sellers absorb the above import costs and their profit.
With the amnesty, you can buy that car here, send it to Honduras and have your family receive it at a fraction of what they would pay buying it there. The models most sought after by Honduran families are the Toyota Corolla, the Honda Civic and the Honda CR-V, They are reliable, economical in fuel consumption and have affordable spare parts.
Which cars DO apply and which DO NOT?
This is where you have to be careful not to get a surprise at customs.
Vehicles that apply:
- Are model 2010 or earlier
- They have a clean title (Clean Title)
- The steering wheel is on the left side (as in the USA).
Titled vehicles do NOT apply:
- Salvage (salvage)
- Junk (scrap)
- Scrap (waste)
- Reconstructed (Rebuilt)
- With right-hand rudder
If your car has any of these titles, unfortunately it will not qualify under this amnesty. Before buying a vehicle specifically to send, check the title carefully. If you have any doubts, we will be happy to help you.
How much does the whole process cost?
Here is a summary of the costs you should consider. The numbers may vary slightly by car, city of origin and time of shipment, but this gives you a realistic idea:
| Concept | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Freight USA → Honduras (CarFreight) | Quote according to origin and destination |
| Single rate Customs + IP | ~$400 USD (≈10,000 Lps.) |
| Tax parking in Honduras | ~$290 USD |
| Processor / Customs Broker | ~$150 USD |
| Total in addition to the value of the car | ~$840 USD + freight |
The freight varies depending on where the vehicle is located in the U.S. and the port of destination. That is why it is important to quote in advance and with a company that will explain each cost without fine print.
Customs values are estimates and may vary. Always confirm with an authorized customs broker in Honduras before starting the process.
Why act now?
Although the amnesty is valid for two years, the entire process is not overnight:
- Getting and preparing the vehicle takes time
- Shipping from U.S. to Honduras takes weeks
- Customs formalities have their own time frames
- And the closer the deadline gets, the more people will be doing the same thing.
Those who take advantage of these opportunities first are the ones who avoid haste, queues and possible last-minute changes in regulations.
And how does shipping work with CarFreight?
CarFreight is a company specialized in transporting vehicles from the United States. We take care of coordinating the shipment of your car from practically any state to Honduras, with follow-up during the process and constant communication so that you and your family have peace of mind.
We don't just leave you with a quote and a «good luck». We accompany you step by step: from the time the car leaves its location in the U.S., during the journey, and until it is at the port of destination ready for the final formalities.
Take the first step today
If you have a car here that you want to send to Honduras, or you are thinking of buying one to send, now is the time. The combination of affordable used car prices in the U.S. and the vehicle amnesty of Executive Order 7-2026 will not be repeated soon.
Contact us at today at CarFreight to receive your personalized quote. Tell us where the vehicle is located, which city in Honduras it is destined for, and we will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision.
Write us by WhatsApp with a specialized advisor for shipping to honduras here - we are here to help you, in Spanish, without complications.
The time for this amnesty is limited. Your family in Honduras can be enjoying a reliable car before the end of the year - and you can make it happen.
