Study visas
Belizean Student Permit
Required for foreign nationals studying at a primary, secondary or tertiary institution in Belize, permitting them to remain in the country for the duration of their studies.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Belize government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Student Permit
- Route type
- Study permit
- Fee
- BZ$200 per year/semester (most nationals); BZ$750 for India, Nepal, Thailand, Burma, Bangladesh, Pakistan & Sri Lanka; BZ$3,000 for People's Republic of China
- Effective 1 May 2020, in Belize dollars.
- Billing basis
- Per school year (primary/secondary) or per semester (tertiary)
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals enrolled at a primary, secondary or tertiary institution in Belize
Requirements
- Letter from the educational institution stating programme duration
- Letter of financial support signed by a Justice of the Peace with postage stamp
- Two recent 2x2 inch passport photos (taken within 6 months)
- Valid passport plus a copy of the biographic page
- Birth certificate (translated if not in English)
- Sponsor's proof of Belizean identity/immigration status and recent bank statement
- One-year return ticket for tertiary students from extra-regional countries
How to apply
- Apply in person at the Immigration Office before the school year/semester begins
- The application is processed on submission and a Student Permit sticker is placed in the passport
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.