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  • ​Who We Are
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Strategic Location
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Skilled Labour
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Pro-Business Environment
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Friendly Tax Regime
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Investment Incentives
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Our Success Stories

Invest in Belize
Belize is a unique, vibrant country in Central America whose British colonial history strongly links it to the Caribbean.  It is bordered by Mexico in the north, Guatemala in the west, and the Caribbean Sea in the east. It has a rich linguistic diversity (with English being the official language), a hard-working, diverse, friendly, and well-educated workforce that bolsters an economy focused on growth. Quite the popular tourist destination for its eco-friendly, pristine natural resources, Belize’s rich soil, year-round tropical climate, and long coastline creates an attractive and sustainable climate to foster niche products and services that cater to niche markets, such as adding values deriving from nature.
Belize in Numbers
Belize in Numbers
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Key competitive advantages:
Bi – Lingual Language Skills: Only Central American and Caribbean country with truly bi – lingual capabilities (English and Spanish)
Time Zone Advantage: Mirrors US Central Standard Time (CST)
Proximity & International Connectivity: Within 2 to 4 hours of flying time from key US cities with direct flights from Dallas, Houston, Charlotte, Atlanta and Miami. Visa: No visa requirement for U.S., Canada, E.U. and the Caribbean Community.
Stable Currency: Belize Dollar (BZD) fixed at 2:1 against the US Dollar (USD)
Competitive Investment Incentive Programs: Availability of Government incentives: Fiscal Incentive Program, Export Processing Zone Program, Commercial Free Zone Program, Qualified Retired Persons Program.
Skilled Labour Force: An abundant pool of skilled and vibrant workforce. Ease of Employment: Easy availability of work permit for non – residents.
Multiple FTA’s Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements, Regional Trade Agreements: United Kingdom, Sweden, Denmark, Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and Central America.
Stable Environment: One of the most stable political, social and business environments in Central America with a relatively low tax structure. Strong Government Support: Industry sectors identified as priorities.

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Fisheries & Aquaculture
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Agribusiness & Agro-processing
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Tourism & Medical Tourism
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Light Manufacturing & Logistics
Click on any icon below to learn more about "Doing Business In Belize"
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Companies

BelizeINVEST is a unit of BELTRAIDE that provides tailored services to local and foreign investors seeking to capitalize on investment. The key to their success depends on keeping investors satisfied and motivated via its unique business development strategies. BELTRAIDE ensures that each investor receives support from an experienced team dedicated to promote business growth in Belize’s Investment Sectors by:
  • Providing establishment compliance guidance and investment packaging support;
  • Accessing intellectual capital that is required to make business happen;
  • Coordinating and facilitating inbound site visits and investment missions;
  • Promoting investment opportunities through investment forums and events;
  • Expending recommendations to enhance the ease of doing business in Belize;
  • Building long-term, collaborative relationships with concession holders through outreach for continued business growth via Aftercare Services.
  • Providing facilitation and tailored services throughout the entire investment experience.

BelizeINVEST’s role is to foster investor confidence for further translation into prosperous establishments and propagation of socio-economic benefits in Belize; we intend to achieve this by:
  • Maximizing investment opportunities in key niche areas under the various growing priority sectors in Belize;
  • Building relationships and connecting investors with key public and private sector decision makers and business support organizations;
  • Enhancing Belize’s competitiveness by advocating for market-driven pro-investment policies.
  • Meet the Team
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Yvette Watters
Sr. Investment Associate
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Jalen Avila
Investment Associate
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Chantel R. Hill
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Investment Associate


    Contact BelizeINVEST
    Ph: +501-880-3737
    Email: [email protected]
    Or fill in the form below and press "Submit" at the bottom:
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3401 Mountain View Blvd., Suite 201
Belmopan, Cayo
​Belize, Central America
[email protected]
+501 880-3737/0137 (HQ Belmopan)
+501 280-3195 (SBDC)
+501 280-0323 (BTEC)


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  • BELTRAIDE
    • About Beltraide
    • GEM Report
    • News
  • BelizeINVEST
    • Why Belize? >
      • Skilled Labour
      • Strategic Locations
      • Pro-Business Environment
      • Friendly Tax Regime
      • Investment Incentives
    • Sectors >
      • Tourism & Medical Tourism
      • Offshore Outsourcing
      • Agribusiness & Agro-processing
      • Fisheries & Aquaculture
      • Sustainable Energy
      • Light Manufacturing & Logistics
    • Doing Business in Belize? >
      • Business Registration
      • Company Incorporation
      • Trade License
      • Business Tax Registration
      • General Sales Tax Registration
      • Bank Account Establishment
      • Companies
    • Investment Portfolio
    • COVID-19: Ongoing Investment Support
  • BTEC
    • BTEC Conference Facility Rentals
    • SkillUp Digital Bootcamp
  • EXPORTBelize
    • Export Helpdesk >
      • Artist Toolkit
      • Export Readiness Self-Assessment
      • Export Process
      • Export Business Plan Guide
      • Financing Guide
      • Export Publications
      • Global Trade Links
    • Market Access >
      • Trade Agreements
      • Trade Agreements_
      • Trade Shows and Missions
    • CETSuspension
  • SBDCBelize
    • Our Success Stories
    • Your Business Tools >
      • Startups
      • Establishing A Business >
        • Become A Client
      • Policies & Strategies
      • FAQs
  • Resources
    • BELTRAIDE Training Calendar
    • Invest Belize Magazine Vol. 8
    • Investment Services Network
    • Digital Innovation Cluster
    • B.E.E.P.
    • National MSME Roadshow
    • ENTRECON
    • Belize Blue Economy Investment Promotion Strategy
    • Project and Consultancy Opportunities
    • Expo 2025 Osaka
  • Publications