The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a National Workshop on Cross-Border E-Commerce in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, from 25 to 27 March 2025, with the aim of strengthening Honduras’s capacity to implement the WCO Framework of Standards on Cross-Border E-Commerce (E-Commerce FoS). The workshop was organized with the financial support of the Customs Cooperation Fund of China (CCF-China).

The workshop brought together 30 Customs officials from the Honduras Customs Administration, focusing on officials dealing with express consignments, risk management, and clearance procedures. Representatives from express delivery companies and couriers also participated, fostering an inclusive dialogue among key stakeholders.

Following a scene-setting presentation by Honduras Customs, the workshop facilitator provided detailed explanations on key topics related to e-commerce and Customs operations. They discussed the role of Advance Electronic Data (AED) and risk management in enhancing Customs control and security, as well as different revenue collection models and fair taxation approaches for e-commerce transactions. The session also addressed fraud prevention and illicit trade in e-commerce environments, emphasizing the need for robust monitoring mechanisms. Additionally, facilitators explored strategies for facilitating and simplifying e-commerce procedures to support Micro, Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in Honduras. The discussions further highlighted the potential of transformative technologies in automating processes and enabling real-time monitoring. Lastly, the importance of developing a national e-commerce strategy and regulatory framework practices was underscored as a key component of fostering a secure and efficient digital trade ecosystem.

The workshop concluded with WCO recommendations for enhancing e-commerce procedures in Honduras. The next steps include developing a concrete work plan for engaging stakeholders, and an initial framework for improving security, control, facilitation.

More information on the WCO E-Commerce Package