Belize Country Info

Flight Time

Quickest is approx. 9 hours to Miami and 2 hrs from Miami to Belize (requires overnight in Miami on outbound journey).

Time Difference to UK

GMT - 6 hrs (-7 hrs BST)

Language

English (official)

Currency

The Belizean dollar is fixed to the US Dollar and there are two Belizean Dollars to one US Dollar (US dollars widely accepted)

Electricity

110/220 volts AC - Same as US

Climate

Subtropical temps between 26 - 29°C

Rainfall

Annual rainfall ranges from 50 inches in the north to 170 inches in the south

Health

No risk of malaria in Belize. It is advisable to consult your doctor or health professional at least 8 weeks prior to travel for current individual advice. Risk of Zika virus, Dengue Fever and Chikinyungha, particularly in rainy season. Bite avoidance is recommended by covering up and applying mosquito repellent with at least 20% DEET. For more information on health and recommended vaccines see www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk

Travel Advice

Current Travel Advice for Belize can be found at www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/belize

Visas

UK visitors do not require visas for short stays in Belize. However, a valid passport with at least 6 months validity is required. If travelling via the US, even in transit, you must apply for an ESTA (US visa waiver) and will need to go through immigration.

Taxes

Hotel Room Tax is 9% and Sales Tax (on goods and services) is 12.5%

Capital City

Belmopan is the capital of Belize, however, the largest city is Belize City and is the main commercial city