Travel and Visa Requirements for Belizean

• A valid international travel passport
• A completed visa application form
• The applicable visa fee
• Evidence of permission to enter the destination country
• A photocopy of your passport data page
• Financial proof — an original bank statement
• A letter of invitation, where one is required

Exact requirements vary by destination and visa type — always confirm what your destination needs before you apply.

Belize is a small Central American country located to the south of Mexico, east of Guatemala, and north Honduras. Its capital city is Belmopan. It has over 200 cayes (islands) dotting its coastline, presents the ultimate Caribbean experience with its fierce tropical beauty, and is home to the famous Mayan Ruins.

There are two major climates in Belize which are the rainy season (lasts from May through to November) and the dry season (from February to May).

The safest time to visit Belize is during the dry season so as to steer clear of possible flooding. Nevertheless, it is pretty comfortable to visit Belize during the winter months owing to its warm climates.

The most comfortable clothing in Belize are shorts, colourful loose shirts, and light dresses.

Belize is the most culturally diverse country in Central America consisting of the Spanish-Indian Mestizos, African-Indian Garinagus, some Europeans, African-European Creoles, North Americans, and Asians. Therefore, as is to be expected, Belize is quite the meeting pot of cultures. Belize is a primarily Christian (Roman Catholic and Anglican) nation.

Belizean cuisine features foods from the various ethnicities that make up the country. Across the country, foods such as bread, rice and beans, cheeses and fry jacks, escabeche, panades, stew chicken and a lot more are favoured.

Fascinating places to visit in Belize:

• Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary: This is also known as the Jaguar reserve for it is home to about 60 of Belize's 700 jaguars. It is an ideal spot for bird viewing, spotting other wildlife and plant-spotting.
• Ambergris Caye: This is the largest of Belize's islands and presents the ultimate Caribbean experience with its classic beaches, fabulous cuisine, beautiful waters, and world class accommodation.
• The Belize Barrier Reef: This is Belize's top tourist location known for the great scuba diving and snorkeling experiences it offers.
• Belize City: This is Belize's largest city and used to be its capital. It is the cultural hub and centre of Belize and offers many cultural attractions.
• The Mayan Ruins: Ancient Maya was a civilization know for its advancements in astronomical studies as well as its large cities displaying pyramids and other fascinating structures. Some of the most intriguing Mayan ruins in Belize are Barton Creek Cave, Lubaantun, Cerros, Cahal Pech, and El Pilar amongst others.

Belmopan is the smallest capital city in the world with a population of just over 12,000 people. It became the capital of Belize after the former capital, Belize City was almost completely destroyed by Hurricane Hattie in 1961.

Accommodation in Belize ranges from luxury to standard.