Pro-Business Environment

Belize’s natural assets, progressive development policies, pro-business investment climate, and long-time democratic stability have created an ideal destination for investors seeking a sustainable harbor amidst the waves of global economic hardship. The Government of Belize (GOB) is wholly committed to supporting the country’s niche-oriented development model, while preserving the country’s distinctiveness and fostering investor confidence. Likewise, the wide array of investment related incentives have all continued to firmly reinforce the country’s business-friendly reputation.
 
As a testimony to the global reach and effectiveness of Belize as an investment destination, the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) has ranked Belize 5th in the Caribbean in terms of Foreign Direct Investment inflows in relation to GDP in 2014. The publication also ranks Belize 3rd in terms of profitability of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) at 9% when compared to the rest of the Caribbean region.
 
Current priority sectors for investment include:
  • Tourism & Leisure (w/ Medical Tourism)
  • Agri-business & Agro-processing
  • Fisheries & Aquaculture
  • Sustainable Energy
  • Offshore Outsourcing (BPO, ITO & KPO)
  • Light Manufacturing and Logistics 

Additionally, Belize provides the three (3) main elements sought by global investors:
  • Stability: long-standing, democratic tradition; independent judiciary; fixed exchange rate with the US Dollar (Bz $2 = US$1) since1978
  • Profitability: attractive Fiscal Incentives and concessions; Commercial Free Zones; Export Processing Zones; repatriation of profits and dividends.
  • Liveability: subtropical climate, virgin rainforest, un-spoilt beaches, a spectacular barrier reef and friendly people
 
Business Hours
Standard office hours are as follows:

Government offices:
​08:00-12:00 and 13:00-17:00 Monday to Thursday
08:00-12:00 and 13:00-16:30 on Fridays
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Private sector:
​08:00-12:00 and 13:00-17:00 on Fridays
 
As the Caribbean gateway to Central America, Belize shares the best of both worlds. With an English speaking, well-educated workforce, stable political economy, investor-friendly tax environment, and a location only two hours from key US cities, there are many competitive advantages that make beautiful Belize the natural niche for your next investment.

Contact us to plan a visit today and our team can assist in booking business to business matchmaking meetings and in providing investment packaging business development support.

Download our Know Before You Go Guide for more information.
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