How to get a Belize visa from Philippines
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Filipino passport holders travelling to Belize.
Visa types & fees
3 visa options for travelling to Belize.
Business visa
Tourist visa
Work visa
Application requirements
Documents Filipino applicants need to provide.
- An original passport valid for at least 6 months
- Two passport-sized photographs (2½ by 2½ inches or less than 2 by 1½ inches) in width and height.
- Copies of travel itinerary and/or airline round trip tickets
- Proof of accommodation (Hotel reservations, the contact information of friends or relatives in Belize)
- Proof of financial capability
- The embassy working hours is 9:0 am to 4:00 pm (Mondays-Fridays)
- Bank statements within the last six months issued from the bank
- Income tax return
- Paid visa application fees
- Medical Insurance
- Fully accomplished and signed visa application form (you can also get it from the consulate)
Visa type details
Business visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Belize for business purposes
- Two passport photographs with a white background.
- Duly accomplished visa application form
- Payment of visa fees
- Proof of business contract.
- An invitation letter from the organization
- Evidence of sufficient funds to finance stay
- Medical insurance
- Proof of accommodation
- Holders of this visa can sign contracts and attend meetings.
Tourist visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Belize for tourism
- A valid passport valid for six months beyond your stay in Belize
- Duly accomplished visa application form
- If invited, a letter of invitation from the host should be provided.
- Flight itinerary
- Proof of accommodation/hotel reservation
- Medical insurance
- Two passport photographs with a white background
- Payment of visa fees
- Travel itinerary
- Bank statement within the last six months
Work visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Belize for work purposes
- Visa application form completely filled by the applicant
- Eight Passport Photographs with a white background
- A clean criminal record track
- Educational qualifications should be provided
- A letter of employment from the organization in Belize
- Proof of accommodation
- Current status (if married, proof of marriage certificate)
- Curriculum vitae and certificate of experience
- Payment of visa fees
- Medical insurance
Where to apply
Belize embassy & visa application centers in Philippines.
Manila
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Frequently asked questions
Can I drink tap water in Belize
Yes, In major urban areas tap water in Belize is considered safe to drink. Outside larger cities and towns, hotels may use wells or rainwater collection tanks in which case water should be boiled or treated. Many hotels will provide drinking water for guests.
When is the best time to travel to Belize
The best time to visit Belize is during the dry season, December to April. Temperatures are cooler and there is little rainfall. Between June and December, it is hotter and more humid.
What is the official language of Belize
English remains the official language of Belize, but the most diverse language in Belize is Kriol (Belizean Creole). Other languages spoken include Garifuna, Mandarin, Spanish, and Maya.