🇧🇿Belize
North America· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Belmopan
Population
424,000
Currency
Belize Dollar (BZD $)
Languages
English, Spanish, Creole, Maya languages
Continent
North America
Calling code
+501
Timezone
America/Belize
Area
22,966 km²
Government
Constitutional monarchy with parliamentary democracy
National day
September 21 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.bz
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About
Belize is a Central American country located on the Caribbean coast. It is the only English-speaking country in the region and possesses rich biodiversity including the Great Barrier Reef. The country is known for its Mayan archaeological sites and ecotourism.
Safety
Risk areas
Crime(medium)
- Avoid nighttime travel in urban areas
- Do not display valuables
- Stay within established tourist areas
- Use official taxis or trusted transport services
Terrorism(low)
- No major terrorist threat identified
- Remain vigilant in public places
Transport
- Rent a car from a reputable agency
- Avoid driving at night
- Use organized tourist transport services
Natural risks(Hurricane season from June to November, possible earthquakes)
- Check weather forecasts during hurricane season
- Have an evacuation plan
- Obtain travel insurance covering natural disasters
Health(Basic healthcare system, limited services outside Belmopan and Belize City)
- Yellow fever vaccination recommended
- Malaria prevention in certain regions
- Obtain international health insurance
- Bring essential medications
Practical tips
- Register your presence with your embassy
- Keep copies of important documents
- Keep emergency numbers handy
- Strictly adhere to local laws
Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD · as of 11/06/2025
Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
Safe in main urban areas
10-15% at restaurants, optional but appreciated
Photos
Point de vue panoramique
Belize
Chechil Orifa
Point de vue panoramique
Belize
Robert Schrader
Point de vue panoramique
Belize
Asad Photo Maldives
Monument emblématique
Belize
Bill Bettilyon
Monument emblématique
Belize
Ronald Plett
Monument emblématique
Belize
Bill Bettilyon
Plage paradisiaque
Belize
Abdel Achkouk
Plage paradisiaque
Belize
Abdel Achkouk
Plage paradisiaque
Belize
Asad Photo Maldives
Plage paradisiaque
Belize
Abdel Achkouk
Plage paradisiaque
Belize
Colon Freld
Architecture traditionnelle
Belize
Ronald Plett
Architecture traditionnelle
Belize
ZaetaFlow Sec
Architecture traditionnelle
Belize
Ronald Plett
Skyline de Belmopan
Belmopan
betül aymergen
Skyline de Belmopan
Belmopan
Vladislav Lolenko
Skyline de Belmopan
Belmopan
Chechil Orifa
Skyline de Belmopan
Belmopan
Asad Photo Maldives
Skyline de Belmopan
Belmopan
Andreas Gusicov
Lieu incontournable
Belize
Alisa Velieva
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Belize?▾
It depends on your nationality: some passports enter visa-free, others need an e-visa or a consular visa. Select your nationality in our checker to get the exact rule for your passport, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality→Is it dangerous to travel to Belize?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Moderate to high risk in certain urban areas, especially in Belize City. Tourist areas are generally safer.". See the Safety section on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Belize?▾
The official currency is Belize Dollar (BZD $). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Belize?▾
The capital of Belize is Belmopan. The main spoken languages are: English, Spanish, Creole, Maya languages.