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Traveling from the United States to Belize
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COVID-19 testing
Not required
Not required for vaccinated visitors
Restaurants
Not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.
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Can I travel to Belize from the United States?
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Belize.
Can I travel to Belize if I am vaccinated?
Fully vaccinated visitors from the United States can enter Belize without restrictions.
Can I travel to Belize without being vaccinated?
Unvaccinated visitors from the United States can enter Belize without restrictions.
Do I need a COVID test to enter Belize?
Visitors from the United States are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Belize.
Can I travel to Belize without quarantine?
Travelers from the United States are not required to quarantine.
Do I need to wear a mask in Belize?
Mask usage in Belize is not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.
Are the restaurants and bars open in Belize?
Restaurants in Belize are open. Bars in Belize are .
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Do you need a visa to travel to Belize?
- If you hold a valid multiple entry visa or Permanent Residence Card from the United States of America.
- If you hold a valid multiple entry Schengen visa
- If you hold a valid multiple entry visa or Permanent Residence Card from Canada
If you are travelling or transiting to Belize, you may require a Belize entry visa.
A visa allows you to enter Belize and remain legal in Belize for a maximum of 30 days from date of entry.
If you will be staying longer that 30 days in Belize, you will need to visit an Immigration Office to extend your stay in Belize. The permit required to extend your stay in Belize beyond the 30 days is the ‘ Belize Visitor’s Permit Extension .’
While you may not require a visa to enter Belize or be exempted to apply for a Belize entry visa, any visit exceeding 30, 60, 90, and 180 days will require a visa and requisite extensions to remain legal in Belize.
To search if you qualify for a Visa enter country of nationality to see if you may require visa to Belize.
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Belize Entry Requirements
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Visitors to Belize must have a passport to enter, valid for at least 30 days after their arrival, and proof of intent to depart the country. Visas are not required for citizens of the United States and its territories, Canada, the United Kingdom and its territories, the European Union, the Caribbean, and Central American countries.
See: Who visits Belize and Belize’s tourism statistics
Tourists are given a 30-day stay, after which a Belize Visitor’s Permit Extension can be applied for in one-month increments for up to six months. There is no entry fee for Belize but there is a mandatory departure fee . The fee will differ based on whether you leave Belize through its international airport or land borders with Guatemala or Mexico.
Non-visa nationals
Except for a few countries, most individuals don’t require a tourist visa to visit Belize. Here is a list of countries and territories that don’t need a visa for entry:
- European Union Member States (EU)
- Caribbean Community Member States (CARICOM)
- United States of America & Territories
- South Africa
- Switzerland
Commonwealth citizens
Most Commonwealth citizens don’t require a visa to enter Belize with the EXCEPTION of a few countries. They include:
- West African Countries
If you don’t see your country here please consult with your embassy. And if you need to apply for a visa, visit belizeembassyusa.mfa.gov.bz/consular-services .
There is no entry fee for Belize. However, there is a departure tax that is used for infrastructure development, airport/ border maintenance or expansion, and national conservation efforts.
Belize’s airport exit fee is US$73.50 for tourists and BZ$35 for Belizean citizens or residents. At land borders, the fee is US$20 for tourists only.
As of July 12, 2022, Belize has removed all public health measures at its points of entry (land and sea). Travelers do not need a vaccination card/ immunization record or need to provide a COVID-19 test. Masks, curfew, and health insurance rules have also been lifted.
Previously, staying at a Gold Standard Hotel was mandatory. This is no longer the case – tourists are just recommended to stay there. However, by now, most Belize hotels and vacation rentals (over 95%) have gone through the country’s Gold Standard hotel program.
Tourists can stay for up to 30 days in Belize. For those that desire to stay for longer than one month, a Visitor’s Permit Extension , which is given in one-month increments, is required. Visitor permits can be obtained from Belize immigration offices throughout the country at a fee of US-$100.00 for every extended period of 30 days for up to six months.
When entering Belize, international tourists must have proof of their intent to depart Belize, such as a return ticket or onward ticket ( e.g. airline ticket, pre-purchased bus ticket, or proof of passage on a cruise ship). This includes having a valid passport for no less than 30 days after the intended period of stay.
Along with a passport, children under 18 years must have a notarized letter of parental consent if they are traveling without one or both of their parents.
Pets must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate issued by a vet from the country of origin and an import permit from the Belize Agricultural Health Authority ( BAHA ).
Visitors driving or boating into Belize must secure a temporary importation permit at their point of entry from Mexico or Guatemala. Vehicle/vessel permits are valid for 30 days and must be extended every 30 days.
One of the best aspects of having dual citizenship is that you can use it to your advantage when it comes to immigration requirements. So use the passport that allows you to travel more freely .
Belizeans that have dual citizenship should use their Belize passport to enter and depart Belize so as to avoid any hassle or potential tourist fees.
Yes, there is a large ex-pat community in Belize, in particular in the islands and coastal towns. To stay in Belize long-term, visitors must go through the process of acquiring permanent residency. To be eligible to apply for permanent residence, individuals must stay in Belize for one year and have continuously paid legal residence fees.
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Belize Entry Requirements 2024
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Belize Visas
To enter Belize, all most visitors need is a valid passport that won’t expire for at least 90 days. Cruise ship passengers are exempt from these requirements.
Except for cruise ship passengers, all visitors entering Belize must show that they have a return ticket. Visitors may also be required to demonstrate that they have sufficient funds to cover the costs of their time in Belize.
Anyone who is an American, Canadian, EU, or CARICOM citizen can enter Belize for up to 30 days. Likewise, anyone with a valid U.S. residency permit (“green card”) or a Schengen Zone visa in their passport can also enter Belize for up to 30 days.
If you’re unsure whether or not you need a visa to enter Belize, you can contact the Belizean Embassy in your country. In the United States, the Embassy of Belize is located at 2535 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, in Washington, D.C. Their phone number is (202) 332-6741. If there is not a Belizean embassy in your country, you can route your queries through the nearest British Embassy.
Staying Longer in Belize
After 30 days, if you wish to remain in Belize, you must apply for a visa extension from the Immigration and Nationality Department. This extension is valid for 30 days and can be renewed every month for up to a year. After a year, you can apply for permanent residency.
The main office of the Belize Immigration and Nationality Department is in Belmopan. Their phone number is (501) 822-2662. There are also satellite offices in Dangriga, Belize City, Corozal, and Orange Walk.
Motor Vehicles and Boats
If you’re driving or boating into Belize from Guatemala or Mexico, you must purchase a temporary import permit at the border. This permit is valid for 30 days and can be renewed at the Immigration and Nationality Department.
Exiting Belize
Although there are no fees or costs (for individual people) to enter Belize, all foreign visitors must pay an exit tax when leaving the country.
In some cases, this exit tax may be included in the price of your airfare or cruise. If not, the exit fee ranges from $20 to $57.50, the price depending on whether you fly out of Belize or leave via a land/maritime border.
Tourists are welcome in Belize without a visa if they are citizens of:
- The European Union, Switzerland, Iceland and Norway
- The United States (and its territories)
- British Commonwealth nations (with some exceptions – see below)
- CARICOM (Caribbean Community) countries
- South Africa
See also: Best Time to Visit Belize & Belize Travel Tips
Citizens of Commonwealth of Nations (British Commonwealth) countries generally do not need a visa to enter Belize, with the following exceptions:
- Sierra Leone
For the latest information and more details, contact the Belizean or British embassy in your country.
To extend your stay or to apply for a visa, contact either the Belizean or British embassy in your country.
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North Korea (Democratic People's Republic of Korea) Travel Advisory
Travel advisory july 24, 2023, north korea - level 4: do not travel.
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Do not travel to North Korea due to the continuing serious risk of arrest and long-term detention of U.S. nationals. Exercise increased caution to North Korea due to the critical threat of wrongful detention.
- All U.S. passports are invalid for travel to, in, or through the DPRK unless specially validated for such travel under the authority of the Secretary of State.
- Special validations are granted only in very limited circumstances. More information on how to apply for the special validation is available here .
The U.S. government is unable to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in North Korea as it does not have diplomatic or consular relations with North Korea. Sweden serves as the protecting power for the United States in North Korea, providing limited emergency services. The North Korean government routinely delays or denies Swedish officials access to detained U.S. citizens.
Due to risks to civil aviation operating within or in the vicinity of North Korea, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) and/or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). For more information U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices .
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to North Korea.
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