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Travel requirements to Belize for American citizens

American citizens don't need a visa for short stays in Belize, making it a great destination for tourism, business trips, and short visits. However, it's important to be aware of other travel requirements and conditions to ensure a smooth journey.

Belize entry requirements for American citizens

Travelers do not need a visa for Business or Tourism stays up to 180 days. Travelers need a visa for longer stays.
The UK government is introducing a new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement for non-visa travelers starting in 2025. This system, similar to the US ESTA, will require most visitors to obtain an ETA or eVisa before traveling to the UK. The ETA is a digital permit linked to the traveler's passport, costing £10, and allows multiple entries into the UK for up to six months at a time over a two-year period.
ETA rollout schedule:
  • From January 8, 2025: All non-European nationals will need an ETA.
  • From April 2, 2025: European citizens will also require an ETA.
  • Applications: Open for non-European nationals on November 27, 2023, and for European citizens on March 5, 2025.
Who needs an ETA?
It will cover all non-European and European nationals (except British and Irish citizens).
Exemptions:
British and Irish passport holders, those with British Overseas Territories passports, existing visa holders, and individuals with permission to live, work, or study in the UK do not need to apply for an ETA.
Restrictions:
While the ETA permits stays for tourism, business, short-term studies, or visiting friends and family for up to six months, it does not allow activities like getting married, claiming benefits, residing in the country through frequent visits, or self-employed work.

  • If you're under 18, you may need a consent letter and other documents

    Travelers under 18 years of age must have a letter of parental/guardian consent. Children traveling with one parent/guardian require a notarized letter of authority from the other parent/guardian indicating travel consent. Please see the source for more details.
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  • Mandatory immigration and customs declaration before arrival

    Travelers arriving in Belize via Philip Goldson International Airport (BZE) must complete an Immigration and Customs Declaration. Travelers can complete the form online. Travelers completing the form online will be provided with a QR code to display upon arrival.
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    Complete online

  • Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Belize

    Travelers require proof of a ticket showing a return to their origin country or the next destination from Belize.
    This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nationals of Belize; -Foreign nationals residing in Belize.

  • Recommended accommodation booking

    Travelers are recommended to have proof of booking at a Gold Standard Certified Hotel or accommodation.
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    This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Citizens and residents of Belize.

  • You'll need a passport that's valid when you enter

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Belize. The traveler's passport must be valid when the traveler arrives in Belize.
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