Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | No | Yes |
Passport NoteAll travelers are
required to show evidence of sufficient funds (minimum £50 per day) and proof of return or onward ticket at the point of entry.
PassportsPassport valid for six months beyond the intended length of stay required by all nationals referred to in chart above.
VisasNot required by all nationals referred to in the chart above and nationals of their overseas territories for stays of up to 30 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy/high commission to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Types of Visa and CostSingle-entry: £60;
Multiple-entry: £110. Handling fee of £5 for all applications.
Working Days RequiredMost visas are issued the next working day. Some applications may require authorization from the Director of Immigration and the Nationality Service in Belize; this will take up to four weeks.
WarningMost visits to Belize are trouble-free. However, travelers should be on their guard and exercise caution, as there have been occasional violent incidents against tourists.
The threat from terrorism is low, but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
The hurricane season in Belize normally runs from June to November.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Sometimes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Yes | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | No* | |
Health CareThere are seven government hospitals – one in Belmopan, one in Belize City and one in each of the other five main district towns, but, generally, medical facilities are limited. Medical services in rural areas are provided by rural health care centers, and mobile clinics operate in remote areas. Medical insurance is strongly advised.
Note* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers coming from infected areas.
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