Cruise travelers with sailings to Honduras in the coming months may need to present proof of a measles vaccination or they could be denied the opportunity to visit the Central American nation.
The US Embassy in Honduras has issued a notification of the requirement, which specifically includes the language of “by sea” that could indicate cruise travelers must have the vaccination.
“Honduran authorities are requiring documentation to show proof of a measles vaccine for travelers coming from various countries, including the United States, for any travel over land, by sea, or by air for all foreign travels to Honduras,” the notification reads.
If travelers have not received the vaccine, they must show proof of a negative measles test 72-80 hours before arriving to Honduras.
While no cruise line has yet confirmed the vaccination requirement as it may apply to their guests, the statement from the embassy was just released on Saturday, June 28, 2025. It may take some time to confirm requirements and how cruise guests can ensure they are in compliance.
Carnival Cruise Line’s brand ambassador, John Heald, has reassured guests.
“Many of you have been asking me if I know anything about the Honduran government requiring measles vaccines or a negative measles test,” he wrote on his popular Facebook page.
“Currently, there is no measles vaccine requirement for cruise guests to visit Honduras. If there is any change to this requirement we will advise you.”
Of course, requirements may change at short notice, so guests should stay alert to possible vaccination updates in the coming days and weeks.
At the moment, Isla Roatan is the most popular cruise destination in Honduras and is a fun port to visit on many Western Caribbean itineraries.
MSC Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, and Princess Cruises all have regular calls to the island, and the port is popular year-round. During the fall and winter, ships from Virgin Voyages, Margaritaville at Sea, TUI Cruises, Cunard Line, and more also visit Roatan.
Because Roatan is an island, it is possible that cruise travelers may be exempt from the vaccination requirement. Booked guests should stay in close contact with their cruise line for updated guidelines and requirements.
It is also possible that cruise lines might change their itineraries to avoid Honduras if vaccinations are required. In the short term, this would give travelers enough time to find the proper documentation or schedule boosters or testing before sailing.
For now, however, all calls to Honduras are going ahead as planned and no itineraries have been changed.
