Relocation

There is a reason more people are looking at Belize as a place to live, retire, invest and build a different kind of life.
Belize offers something unusual in Central America: English is the official language, the country has strong Caribbean influences, the U.S. dollar is widely understood and the Belize dollar is fixed at BZ$2 to US$1. You can live near the Caribbean Sea, in a quiet inland community, close to the jungle or somewhere in between.
But moving to Belize should be more than a romantic idea.
Before you sell your home, transfer your savings or purchase property, you need to understand how residency works, how property purchases work, what it takes to operate a business, who you should speak with and what questions you need answered first.
The good news is that you don’t have to figure everything out at once.

Why Move to Belize?
Belize is particularly attractive to people who want a lifestyle that combines nature, warm weather, English-speaking communities and a slower pace of life.

You can wake up near the Caribbean Sea, spend the afternoon exploring a Maya site or rainforest, and be home in time for dinner.
Belize offers:
• English as the official language
• Caribbean and Central American culture
• Tropical weather
• Beaches and cayes
• Barrier reef and marine activities
• Rainforest and mountains
• Ancient Maya archaeological sites
• Fishing and boating
• Growing tourism opportunities
• Agricultural and land opportunities
• Communities ranging from busy towns to extremely quiet rural areas

The country is also relatively small, which means you can experience remarkably different environments without traveling enormous distances.
But Belize isn’t for everyone.
If you expect everything to operate exactly as it does in the United States, Canada or Europe, you may become frustrated.

Belize operates at its own pace.
Infrastructure can vary dramatically from one area to another. Some services that are readily available in major cities elsewhere may be limited in smaller communities. Imported products can be expensive, and bureaucracy can sometimes take patience.
That is why living in Belize before making a major investment is one of the smartest steps you can take.