Quick Answer
Cheapest option
EMS
$35.62/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$35.62/kg
Duty-free under
$0
VAT / Sales Tax: 15%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$26.72
EMS
3-7 d
Clothing 2kg
$51.67
EMS
Box 5kg
$89.08
EMS
Heavy 10kg
$149.64
EMS
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EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$35.62
Rates are estimates based on published tariffs. Actual rates may vary depending on account type, surcharges, fuel adjustments, and package dimensions. Contact carriers directly for exact quotes.
Estimated arrival
May 20 — 26, 2026
Business days only (excludes weekends and holidays)
Rates aggregated from public carrier data, updated weekly. How we collect data
| Carrier | Included | Premium | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| DHL Express | Yes ($100) | 2.5% | Basic coverage included. Extended up to $50,000 |
| FedEx | Yes ($100) | 2.8% | Declared value coverage. Max $50,000 per package |
| UPS | Yes ($100) | 2.7% | Declared value. Max $50,000. High-value surcharge above $5,000 |
| EMS | Yes ($50) | — | Basic SDR-based compensation only. No premium option |
| USPS | Yes ($5) | 3% | Priority Mail Express includes $100. Extra insurance up to $5,000 |
| Royal Mail | Yes ($50) | 2.5% | Consequential loss cover. Max £2,500 for international |
| Aramex | No | 3% | Optional insurance. Covers damage and loss |
| SF Express | Yes ($30) | 2% | Basic coverage included for declared value |
| DPD | Yes ($520) | — | Standard liability €520. No premium insurance option |
| Japan Post | Yes ($200) | — | Registered mail includes coverage up to 200 SDR |
| Carrier | Previous | Current | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMSEMS Express | $35.26 | $35.62 | +1% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | HS 85 | 0-15% (smartphones 0% under CAFTA-DR, laptops 0%, TVs 15%) |
| Clothing | HS 61-62 | 15% (all garments 15%) |
| Footwear | HS 64 | 15% (all footwear 15%) |
| Food products | HS 01-24 | 0-15% (rice 15%, meat 15%, dairy 15%, basic grains may be 0%) |
| Machinery | HS 84 | 0-5% (industrial machinery 0%, tools 5%) |
| Cosmetics | HS 33 | 5-15% (perfumes 15%, skincare 5%) |
| Books | HS 49 | 0% |
| Toys | HS 95 | 5-15% (basic toys 5%, electronic toys 15%) |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
SAR (Servicio de Administración de Rentas, sar.gob.hn) manages customs, having replaced DEI. SARAH electronic customs system. CAFTA-DR FTA with US eliminates/reduces many duties. ISV (Impuesto Sobre Ventas) at 15% on imports. Central American Common Tariff (DAI). Puerto Cortés, busiest port in Central America. San Pedro Sula as secondary cargo hub.
CAFTA-DR reduces many US duties. Puerto Cortés is the main port, busiest in Central America. ISV at 15% adds to cost. Customs can be slow and bureaucratic, especially for postal items (3-6 weeks). DHL and FedEx available in major cities (Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula). Some corruption, informal payments sometimes requested. Maquiladora (free zone) sector is significant for manufacturing. Infrastructure challenging for rural areas.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: CAFTA-DR certificate for US trade. Central American integration certificates. FTA with EU (AdA). Issued by FIDE (Fundación para la Inversión y Desarrollo de Exportaciones) or CCIT (Cámara de Comercio e Industrias de Tegucigalpa). Import licenses: Required for firearms, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, explosives, and certain food products. Sanitary registration from ARSA (Agencia de Regulación Sanitaria) required for food and cosmetics.
Limited direct trade data between BA and HN. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into HN: Consumer goods, machinery, electronics. Key exports from BA: Metals (aluminum, steel), furniture, footwear, electricity, wood products, textiles, automotive parts. High import duties common. Accurate value declaration important to avoid seizure.