Country guides

Belize

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

• Passport 
• Residence Permit or Work Permit is required for non-nationals 
• Inventory 
• QRP - Qualified Retired Person (inquire with destination agent or Belize Tourist Board) 

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE 
Used household goods and personal effects imported duty-free if owned and used for a minimum of one year 
Belize nationals must have been out of the country for at least one year to be entitled to duty-free entry of household goods and personal effects 
Items must arrive within six months of owner's arrival 
New wood items, including furniture, require an import permit

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

• New items (less than one year old) are dutiable and purchase invoice required 
• New items that are duty-free include: refrigerators, computers, stoves and most sports items 
• Bicycles are subject to a 8% sales tax and a 1% environmental tax

MOTOR VEHICLES

• Autos are examined by Customs for valuation depending on their condition and year of manufacture 
• Ownership papers required 
• Duties applicable 
• Boats require Import Permit (Permit is very difficult to obtain for boats made of wood) 
• Autos imported from the USA should have a US Customs Investigation for Theft stamp  

NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to Belize and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, Atlantic International Movers cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. We recommend that you always double check with your local embassy or consulate.