Do U.S. citizens need a visa to visit Belize?
Citizens from the U.S. do not require a visa to visit Belize. Travelers should arrive in Belize with a valid passport and an onward plane ticket to be granted permission for a 30-day stay on arrival in Belize. Prior to expiration, an extension can be sought at any local district Immigration Office. All tourists and non-Belizean citizens are required to pay an exit fee of US$39.25, though this is sometimes included already in your air ticket. Kindly visit the Belize Ministry of Foreign Affairs webpage for more information.
What investment incentives are offered by Belize?
The Belize Trade and Investment Development Service (BELTRAIDE) is the Government of Belize’s official trade and investment promotion agency. It provides information on the priority sectors for investment and a list of the government’s investment incentives
What is Belize’s climate like?
Belize has a year-round subtropical climate with a dry season November to May, and a rainy season from June through October.
What is the dress code for official meetings in Belize?
Most local businessmen and foreign investors wear a shirt and slacks, sometimes with a jacket, to official government or diplomatic meetings. Suit and tie are sometimes worn for high-level meetings. Generally, though, long sleeved shirts and slacks are used during routine business meetings or dinner meetings.
What are Belize’s government office hours?
Monday to Thursday – 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Fridays – 8:00AM to 4:30PM
How do I export plant materials, or import live animals including pet dogs and cats?
The Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA) is responsible for the processing and certification of all plant material and animals entering or exiting Belize.
How do I network with Belize’s private sector businesses and learn about business opportunities in Belize?
Follow these links to contact the American Chamber of Commerce, the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry, or the Belize Trade and Investment Development Service (BELTRAIDE).
What are the best prospects for investing in Belize?
Please review the U.S. Embassy’s Country Commercial Guide (PDF 545KB) if you are considering investing in Belize. The Country Commercial Guide contains comprehensive information on Doing Business in Belize, Investment Incentives, Investment Climate Statement, and Best Commercial Prospects.
To what trade agreements is Belize a party?
Visit the website of OAS’s Foreign Trade Information System – Belize to find out more about the trade agreements of which Belize is a part.
What customs duties and import tariffs are applicable at the point of importation?
The Belize Trade and Investment Development Service (BELTRAIDE) is Belize’s official trade and investment promotion agency; and the Belize Customs Department is responsible for the collection of all customs duties at the point of importation. Contact BELTRAIDE or the Belize Customs Department for details on specific duties, taxes, and applicable rates.
Where can I find the laws of Belize online?
The laws of Belize are available online at www.belizelaw.org or Judiciary of Belize at www.belizejudiciary.org. The website, however, is not comprehensive.
