Honduras
What do I need to know before retiring in Honduras?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Honduras, they said...
"Before retiring in Honduras, expats should research the cost of living in the area they plan to live in, as well as the availability of healthcare and other services. It is also important to familiarize oneself with the local laws and regulations, as well as the culture and customs of the country. Additionally, expats should consider the safety of the area they plan to live in, and research the crime rate and any potential security risks. Finally, expats should consider the language barrier and whether they will need to learn Spanish in order to communicate effectively," said a member in Honduras.
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"Research & Location. Everyone is different so it depends on their interests. I would do as much research as possible using the internet to understand the various areas of the island and what each have to offer. Many real estate websites are good sources for information on the island and neighborhoods. I wanted to be close to the beach and parking is difficult so I wanted to be within walking distance. I do own a Jeep but use it only once a week to go into town to the largest supermarket. I would suggest maybe a short-term rental (one month) before making a more permanent living location. Plus you will need an attorney for residency application and just other needs / questions from an objective person with your best interests in mind," remarked another expat who made the move to Roatan, Honduras.
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What do I need to know before retiring in Honduras?
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.