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THE CONSULATE OF BELIZE IN FLORIDA

COVID-19 Updates

The Prime Minister of Belize has set October 1st as the official date to reopen the Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport in Belize. In an effort to keep all travellers visiting Belize informed, we invite you to visit https://www.travelbelize.org/health-safety to get up-to-date information on reopening, protocols and national guidelines including documents that may be required.

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For those who are at the present time visiting the US and whose stay in the US had to be extended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, please read these updates at the USCIS website under “Special Situations” (https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/special-situations).

COVID-19 CONTROLLED REPATRIATION FOR DISPLACED BELIZEANS ABROAD

If you are a Belizean who has been unable to return home to Belize due to the closure of our borders as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, you will now be able to do so BUT with prior coordination and approval with the Government of Belize.

DO YOU NEED A CONSULAR ID AND/OR A TRAVEL DOCUMENT?

The Consulate of Belize in Florida is offering the services of Consular IDs and Travel Documents by mail only. To obtain the requirements you may call or send us an email.

Consular Services

Your travel journey begins here

In 2009, the Consulate of Belize in Florida opened a dedicated office providing consular services and promoting trade and investment opportunities to Belize. In January of 2013, the Consulate was proud to commence passport services to Belizeans. The office is conveniently located in the heart of the commercial district of Coral Gables that provides a full range of services.

Visa

Please note that as of May 23, 2015, holders of a valid U.S. Permanent Residency Card OR a U.S. Multiple entries visa no longer need a visa to enter Belize, including at the port of entry of Belize.

**Cruise Passengers do NOT need a Visa to travel to Belize.

Lost, Stolen, Damaged Passport

Click here find the requirements needed to apply for lost, stolen, or damaged Belizean Passport. Carefully read the requirements listed below and ensure that all the documents are in order prior to your appointment.

All requirements must be presented at the time of your appointment, no exceptions allowed.

First Issue Passport

Click here to find the requirements needed to apply for the first issue of a Belizean Passport. Carefully read the requirements and ensure that all the documents are in order prior to your appointment. All requirements must be presented at the time of your appointment, no exceptions allowed.

Minors, 16 years or younger, must present Original Birth Certificate.

Consular I.D.

The Consulate of Belize in Florida is now issuing identification cards. Acceptance of these cards at U.S. offices and other institutions are completely dependable on said offices and institutions.

Click here to find the requirements needed to apply for an Identification Card. Carefully read the requirements and ensure that all the documents are in order prior to your appointment. All requirements must be presented at the time of your appointment, no exceptions allowed.

Passport Renewal

Click here to find the requirements needed to apply for the renewal of a Belizean Passport. Carefully read the requirements listed below and ensure that all the documents are in order prior to your appointment. All requirements must be presented at the time of your appointment, no exceptions allowed.

Minors, 16 years or younger, must present Original Birth Certificate.

Emergency Travel Document

If, for any reason, you must travel to Belize immediately and do not have a passport or your current passport is expired, the Consulate may issue an Emergency Travel Document, allowing you to enter Belize. Once in Belize, however, you must renew your passport before returning to the United States.

Click here to find the requirements needed for the Emergency Travel Document.

Nationality by Descent

If you are the son or daughter of a Belizean parent, you may apply to become a Belizean citizen. Similarly, if you are the Belizean parent, this service would be great for you if you want your children to become Belizean.

Click here to find the requirements needed for the Nationality by Descent.