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Visa-free for US, UK, Canada, Australia, most EU for 30 days, extendable.
No visa needed. Present passport.
Free for 30 days. Extension fee applies.
- Only English-speaking country in Central America.
- The Great Blue Hole is a bucket-list dive site.
- Small country — drive coast to jungle in hours.
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Safety & Health
Tourist areas (Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Placencia, San Ignacio) are safe. Belize City has significant crime — minimize time there. Jungle and reef areas are well-managed.
- Belize City street theft.
- Tour operators overcharging.
- Drink bottled water.
- Mosquito protection — dengue present.
- Limited healthcare outside Belize City.
- Hepatitis A, Typhoid recommended.
Drink bottled water on mainland. Resort islands usually have purified water.
Belize City is dangerous — don't walk around at night. Water taxis to the cayes are the way to go. Hurricane season June–November.
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Cultural Tips
- Dive or snorkel the Great Blue Hole and Belize Barrier Reef.
- Visit Mayan ruins at Xunantunich and Caracol.
- Try rice and beans with stew chicken, fry jacks, and Marie Sharp's hot sauce.
- Don't linger in Belize City — head to the islands or interior.
- Don't touch coral while diving.
- Don't buy coral or turtle shell products.
Tip 10-15% at restaurants. $5-10 for dive masters and tour guides.
Beach casual everywhere. Belize is very laid-back.
Catholic and Protestant mix. Garifuna, Maya, and Mennonite communities each have distinct traditions. Respectful visits welcome.
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