Consulate of Honduras [Chicago, IL, USA]

• Issuance and renewal of Honduran passports
• DNI enrollment and delivery when the service is available
• Visa procedures and travel documents for Honduras
• Registration of births, marriages, deaths, and other civil registry matters
• Powers of attorney, authorizations, declarations, certifications, and other consular acts
• Consular assistance in emergencies or special situations

Services and document requirements vary by procedure. Check the service selected in the official appointment system before visiting.

Hours and Location

Regular office hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday: closed unless the consulate announces a special service day.

The Chicago consulate published the 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. schedule as its regular hours in July 2026. Holiday closures and special service schedules may differ, so check recent official notices and the time shown on your appointment confirmation before traveling.

Address: 812 W Van Buren Street, Suite 101, Chicago, IL 60607, United States

Location

The Consulate General of Honduras in Chicago is located on West Van Buren Street in Chicago’s West Loop area. The office has been operating from this address since its move from the older Harwood Heights location. Older directories may still display previous addresses, so use 812 W Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60607 when planning your visit.

Check the address on your appointment confirmation before departure, especially if you find an older Chicago consulate address elsewhere online.

Contact Information

• Phone: +1 (470) 751-9077
• Facebook: Consulado General de Honduras en Chicago
• Official appointment system: citaconsular.sreci.gob.hn

The fax number (773) 342-8293 and the email addresses honduras@cccorps.org and consulchicago@yahoo.com appear in older directories associated with the consulate’s previous location. They should not be relied on as the primary contact details for the current West Van Buren office.

For current notices, closures, service changes, and community announcements, check the consulate’s official Facebook page before visiting.

Book an Appointment

The Chicago consulate states that consular procedures are handled by prior appointment. Use the Honduran government’s consular appointment system and select Chicago and the service you need.

📅 Open the official appointment system

• Select the correct consular office before confirming the appointment.
• Choose the service that matches the procedure you need.
• Review the document requirements before completing the booking.
• Keep your appointment confirmation and any payment information generated by the system.
• Do not pay third parties to obtain an appointment.

Additional Information

• Responsible Embassy: Embassy of Honduras in Washington, D.C.
• DNI services: the Chicago office has continued to publish notices about DNI enrollment and collection. If you are waiting for a DNI, verify its delivery status before going to the consulate.
• Mobile consular services: dates and locations are announced separately through Honduran government and consular channels.
• Office leadership: consular appointments can change. Use current Honduran government or official consulate notices rather than older directory listings when checking the name of the Consul General.

Recommendations

Bring the documents listed for your specific procedure and make sure names, dates, and identification details are readable and current. Requirements differ between passports, civil registry services, powers of attorney, visas, DNI procedures, and other consular services.

Check your appointment confirmation for the office, date, time, required documents, and payment instructions before leaving for the consulate.

Consulate General of Honduras in Chicago – Visit Information

General Information

Address: 812 W Van Buren Street, Suite 101, Chicago, IL 60607, United States

Regular hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Phone: +1 (470) 751-9077

Appointments: Official Consular Appointment System

Preparing Your Documents

• Check the requirements for the exact procedure selected in your appointment.
• Bring original documents when the service requires originals.
• Bring copies when they are listed in the official requirements.
• Make sure identification documents are valid and readable.
• Do not assume passport photographs are required for a passport application; follow the requirements shown for your service. Some other travel documents may require photographs.
• Keep your appointment confirmation available on your phone or in printed form.

Appointments and Waiting Times

• Consular procedures at the Chicago office are handled by appointment.
• Arrive according to the instructions and time shown on your confirmation.
• Waiting times can vary depending on the service, document review, and number of people being attended that day.
• Do not rely on a fixed estimate such as two or three hours for every procedure.
• Check official notices before traveling because holiday closures and special service days can affect regular hours.

Communication and Service

• When contacting the office, state your name and the procedure you need.
• If you already have an appointment, include the appointment date when asking a question related to it.
• For schedule changes and public notices, check the consulate’s official Facebook page.
• Avoid sending passwords, full bank card numbers, security codes, or other unnecessary sensitive information through social media messages.

Payment and Costs

• Check the current fee for your specific procedure before the appointment.
• Follow the payment instructions provided by the official appointment or consular system.
• Do not assume cash is accepted. Payment methods differ by service and can change.
• Keep the receipt or payment confirmation associated with your procedure.

Before Leaving for the Consulate

• Confirm the address: 812 W Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60607.
• Confirm your appointment date and time.
• Verify that your appointment is assigned to the Chicago office.
• Review the required documents one more time.
• Check official notices for closures or changes in service.
• Allow additional travel time for traffic, parking, or public transportation delays.

Common Procedures and Specific Considerations

Passports

• Passport issuance and renewal normally require a consular appointment.
• Review the current identification requirements before attending.
• If the passport was lost, stolen, or damaged, additional documentation such as a police report or consular declaration may be required.
• Applications for minors have additional requirements involving parents or legal representatives.
• Follow the delivery or collection instructions given during the application process.

DNI Services

• DNI enrollment and related identification services may be available at the Chicago office.
• If you are collecting a DNI that has already been produced, verify that the document has arrived at the Chicago office before visiting.
• DNI collection is personal and identification may be required when the document is released.

Birth, Marriage, and Death Registrations

• Check which original civil documents are required for the registration you need.
• Names and dates should match the supporting records presented to the consulate.
• Additional documentation may be required when a record involves a minor, foreign-issued document, or correction of existing civil registry information.

Certifications and Documents for Use in Honduras

• Confirm whether the document needs a consular certification, authentication, apostille, or another procedure.
• The required process depends on where the document was issued and how it will be used.
• Do not request an apostille or consular authentication until you have confirmed which procedure applies to the document.

Powers of Attorney and Other Consular Acts

• Check the requirements for the specific power of attorney, authorization, declaration, or certification you need.
• Bring valid identification and the information required for the people involved in the document.
• Some instruments may require additional supporting documents, so review the official service requirements before the appointment.

Access and Transportation

• The consulate is located in Chicago’s West Loop area.
• CTA rail and bus services operate in the surrounding area.
• Use a current CTA trip planner or navigation service to choose the best route because schedules and stop patterns can change.
• Street and garage parking availability varies by time and day, so allow extra time if traveling by car.

Final Check Before Your Visit

• Required original documents
• Copies requested for your procedure
• Valid identification
• Appointment confirmation
• Payment or payment confirmation required for the service
• Correct Chicago consulate address
• Any additional document specifically listed for your procedure

Official Sources

• Consulate General of Honduras in Chicago – Official Facebook Page — current office notices, regular hours, DNI notices, closures, and consular announcements.
• Honduran Consular Appointment System — appointment scheduling for Honduran consular services.
• Honduran Consular Affairs Platform — government platform used for consular services and appointment-related procedures.
• Honduras Government – Passport Abroad — official passport procedure and document requirements.

Last verified: September 12, 2026. Office information can change, especially hours, personnel, fees, and individual service requirements. Use your appointment confirmation and recent official consulate notices for the details that apply to your visit.