❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about visas to Belize
To apply for a tourist visa to Belize, you will need to submit the following requirements:
- Valid passport
- Completed visa application form
- Proof of onward travel arrangements
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover your expenses during your stay in Belize
- Proof of accommodation arrangements
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if you are coming from an endemic country)
- Police clearance certificate
The validity of a Belize tourist visa depends on the issuing country. Here are some examples:
- USA citizens: up to 90 days
- Canadian citizens: up to 30 days
- UK citizens: up to 1 month
- Australian citizens: up to 30 days
- Indian citizens: up to 90 days
To extend your Belize tourist visa, you need to:
- Visit the Immigration Department office in Belize City or the nearest Immigration office to your location in the country
- Provide a valid reason stating why you need to extend your tourist visa
- Show proof of sufficient funds to cover your extended stay in the country
- Present a valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining
- Pay the required fee for the visa extension
- The cost of a Belize tourist visa is $50 USD.
- There is also a $1.25 USD processing fee.
- If applying for the visa in-person, there may be an additional service fee.
- Visa fees may be subject to change, so it is best to check with the Belize embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
No, Belize does not offer visas on arrival.
- Completed application form
- Valid passport with at least six months validity remaining
- Two passport-sized photos
- Proof of financial means or sponsorship
- Proof of accommodations in Belize
- Business letter (for business purposes) or letter of invitation (for non-business purposes)
- Round-trip ticket or itinerary
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from an infected area)
The validity of a Belize business visa depends on the type of visa granted by the Belizean authorities.
- A single-entry visa is valid for up to 90 days.
- A multiple-entry visa can be valid for up to 12 months.
- The duration of stay for each entry is limited to 30 or 90 days depending on the visa granted.
- The Belizean authorities may also grant extensions for certain circumstances.
To extend your Belize business visa, you need to follow the below steps:
- Contact the Belize Immigration Department
- Provide proof of your reason for extension
- Provide proof of financial support
- Provide a valid passport
- Pay the applicable fee