Visitor & short-stay visas
Belizean Visa-Free Visitor Entry
For nationals of exempt countries, this allows a short visa-free entry to Belize for tourism or brief business purposes, without needing to obtain a visa in advance.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The exact visa-free stay length (commonly cited as 30 days/one month) and the full current list of visa-exempt nationalities should be re-verified against the official Immigration Department pages, which do not publish an exhaustive list in a single fetched page.
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.
- Official name
- Visa exemption / Visitor's Permit on arrival
- Route type
- Visa-free visitor entry
- Typical stay on entry
- Around one month (30 days), extendable
- Commonly stated stay length; confirm against current Immigration Department guidance.
- Passport validity
- Passport valid for more than 6 months
Who it is for
- Nationals of visa-exempt countries and territories travelling for tourism or short business
- Visitors who do not intend to work or study during the stay
Requirements
- Passport valid for more than six months
- Onward or return flight itinerary
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
- Documents required for the next destination if transiting onward
What you can do
- Enter and stay for the permitted visitor period
- Undertake tourism or permitted short-term activities
- Apply for a Visitor's Permit Extension to stay longer
How to apply
- No advance visa needed for exempt nationals — apply for entry at the port of entry
- Present passport, itinerary and proof of funds to the immigration officer
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.
Related Belizean visas
- SHORT STAYVISA-REQUIRED NATIONALSTourist VisaAn entry visa for visa-required nationals visiting Belize for a holiday, short business trip, or to investigate settling in the country.View visa details
- SHORT STAYEXTENSIONFURTHER 30 DAYSVisitor's Permit ExtensionFor visitors already in Belize who wish to stay longer, this extends the permitted stay by a further 30 days and is obtained in person at an Immigration Office.View visa details
