Getting in and out of Belize is easy; there are no hard and fast commitments required and no visa is needed. After a year, you have the option to become a resident. This gives you the chance to give Belize a test drive without too much red tape or financial commitment.
The Belizean dollar is pegged to the U. QRPs are exempt from income tax. We would like to start a tourist business in Belize using both the horses and Longhorns. What are the requirements to move livestock into the country?
Very wonderful information. Thank you. I am considering relocating to Belize. I am a writer and a single woman in my late 60s. Would a move to your country be recommended? Would there be a likely community for me? Yes my wife And I are in our 50s and we are looking at moving to Belize just like a lot of the other people that are searching for a new home.
My question is we have several dogs. What is the protocol to having animals dogs moved to Belize. These are beloved family members and we love to have them with us if we move. Great advice, thank you. We are seriously considering on relocating from US to Belize. We haven't decided what area to plant our feet yet, just gathering a much info as we can right now.
We're hoping to relocate there mid part of next year. WE want to consider relocating to belieze in the near future. We are a couple that is retired and will visit soon to check everything out. Hi Brandy, congratulations!
It all depends on your area of expertise. There is a boom in the tech industry especially with call centers, there is also a boom in renewable energy with solar energy etc.
Due to COVID19 all economies are also being negatively impacted and so it has also been very competitive in the job market. Can you advise me about the safest areas of Belize? Do you have apartment finders that can help me? Hi Leslie, Belmopan is a relatively safe City especially within the city limits. San Ignacio or the greater Cayo district is loved by retirees and expats because of safety.
We would like to find a condo or house in Belize but plan on coming for 6 mos. We plan on beginning our search June 1 if we have found a place to stay. Hi Linda! Where in Belize are you looking? Updated 11 months ago. Life is great, seriously! Photo courtesy Along Dusty Roads. Enjoyed reading this article? At that point, you can submit your application for permanent residence. It can take anywhere from a few months to over a year to receive approval and your residence stamp in your passport.
If you want to apply for permanent residence, talk to the local immigration official early in your trip. Explain that you plan to live in Belize for 50 weeks so that you can apply for permanent residence. Most other nationalities pay a higher amount that covers the cost of a return ticket to their country of origin. The application must include: two passport photographs, a copy of your entire passport, an original birth certificate, proof of financial stability recent personal bank statements , and current medical and police records from both Belize and your last country of residence.
The medical exam must be performed in Belize. To minimize delays, be sure that all required documentation is included with the application. This program provides special residence status to those who are accepted. QRPs can come and go as they please and only need to spend one month per year in Belize. Note that you can include your family in your application, with additional fees. QRPs are allowed to bring their personal goods into Belize, during the first year of residence, duty free. That includes a vehicle, boat, and plane.
For information on investing in Belize and taxation, see BelizeInvest website and setting up a business in Belize. There are a number of banks in Belize and you should seek advice directly from them on how to open a personal or corporate account. You will need to provide a reference from your UK bank and a notarized copy of your passport to comply with Central Bank of Belize regulations.
See our guidance on financial assistance abroad and our support for British nationals abroad: a guide. Belize generally has a good standard of education for all ages and the school system is similar to that in the UK.
All non-nationals are required to have a student visa issued by the Belize Immigration Department to attend school in Belize. For information on the school system, please visit the Belize Ministry of Education. This information serves as a guide only and may be subject to change at any time with little or no notice. British nationals wishing to obtain any further information must contact the relevant local authority.
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