Abortion in Honduras
Honduras maintains a total ban on abortion, prohibiting it under all circumstances, including rape, incest, life-threatening conditions, and fetal anomalies. The prohibition has been strengthened through constitutional reforms (1982, reinforced in 2021) [1], and carries criminal penalties of up to six years in prison for those involved [2]. Human Rights Watch reports that over 50,000 and 80,000 unsafe abortions occur annually, and 70% of abortion-related complaints are reported by healthcare providers [3].
Is abortion legal in Honduras?
No. Honduras bans all abortions, with legal penalties for patients, providers, and anyone who assists. Under Honduras's Penal Code (Article 126) and the 1982 constitutional ban (strengthened by a 2021 amendment), abortion is illegal in all cases. Violators (women, girls, or providers) can face up to six years in prison, and providers may also face additional professional sanctions. Emergency contraception was also prohibited until March 2023. Since then, regulatory changes have made it available over the counter at pharmacies [4].
Abortion with pills in Honduras
In-clinic abortion in Honduras
Support and Resources in Honduras
Who can I contact for more information about abortion in Honduras?
Please contact the following organizations to access abortion services and information.
No local referral information is available for this profile
For further support, please contact our counseling team, they’re here to offer additional guidance. (https://safe2choose.org/es/abortion-counseling) We also recommend reaching out to local human rights organizations or feminist networks in your country or in nearby countries where abortion is legal.
Women Help Women
International Organization, Abortion support and access to pills.