Pro-Business Environment

Belize’s natural resources, progressive development policies, pro-business investment climate, and long-standing democratic stability make it an ideal haven for investors seeking stability amidst global economic uncertainty. The Government of Belize is committed to supporting this niche-oriented development model while preserving the country’s unique character and fostering investor confidence. A wide range of investment incentives further reinforces Belize’s business-friendly reputation.

 

Current priority sectors for investment include:

    1. Agriculture, Forestry, and related activities
    2. Agro Processing
    3. Auto Rental Services
    4. Fishing, operation of fish hatcheries and farms, and service activities incidental to fishing.
    5. Health Care Service
    6. Hotel and tourist accommodations that are licensed with the Belize Tourism Board, and their amenities, including any Restaurant or Bar
    7. Tourism-related services, including, tour guiding or tour operating service
    8. Manufacturing
    9. Renewable Energy
    10. Recycling Plants
    11. Taxis or Bus service
    12. Global Digital Services (including Information Technology Enabling Services, including Data Processing)
    13. Software Engineering and Network Services (IT-enabled Services)
    14. Medical Tourism
    15. Nautical Tourism
    16. Food Processing
    17. Aquaculture and Mariculture
    18. Air Transport
    19. Orange Economy Activities
    20. Education services
    21. Logistics
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 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, Commercial Free Zones, and Designated Processing Areas.
    • Liveability: subtropical climate, virgin rainforest, unspoilt 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
 
Belize, the Caribbean gateway to Central America, offers a unique blend of advantages.  From its English-speaking, well-educated workforce and stable political economy to its investor-friendly tax policies and convenient location just two hours from key US cities, Belize is the natural choice for your next investment.

Please contact us to arrange your visit. Our team is available to assist with business-to-business matchmaking meetings and to provide business development support for investment packaging.

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