Belize Visa

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Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting Belize

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Belizean Visa.

  • A Nigerian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (3.5×4.5 cm in dimension) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Belize Visa for Nigerians

Facts about Belize

Belize is a small Central American country located to the south of Mexico, east of Guatemala, and north Honduras. Its capital city is Belmopan. It has over 200 cayes (islands) dotting its coastline, presents the ultimate Caribbean experience with its fierce tropical beauty, and is home to the famous Mayan Ruins.

There are two major climates in Belize which are the rainy season (lasts from May through to November) and the dry season (from February to May). 

The safest time to visit Belize is during the dry season so as to steer clear of possible flooding. Nevertheless, it is pretty comfortable to visit Belize during the winter months owing to its warm climates.
The most comfortable clothing in Belize are shorts, colourful loose shirts, and light dresses.

Belize is the most culturally diverse country in Central America consisting of the Spanish-Indian Mestizos, African-Indian Garinagus, some Europeans, African-European Creoles, North Americans, and Asians. Therefore, as is to be expected, Belize is quite the meeting pot of cultures. Belize is a primarily Christian (Roman Catholic and Anglican) nation.

Belizean cuisine features foods from the various ethnicities that make up the country. Across the country, foods such as bread, rice and beans, cheeses and fry jacks, escabeche, panades, stew chicken and a lot more are favoured.

Fascinating places to visit in Belize:
  • Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary: This is also known as the Jaguar reserve for it is home to about 60 of Belize's 700 jaguars. It is an ideal spot for bird viewing, spotting other wildlife and plant-spotting.
  • Ambergris Caye: This is the largest of Belize's islands and presents the ultimate Caribbean experience with its classic beaches, fabulous cuisine, beautiful waters, and world class accommodation.
  • The Belize Barrier Reef: This is Belize's top tourist location known for the great scuba diving and snorkeling experiences it offers.
  • Belize City: This is Belize's largest city and used to be its capital. It is the cultural hub and centre of Belize and offers many cultural attractions.
  • The Mayan Ruins: Ancient Maya was a civilization know for its advancements in astronomical studies as well as its large cities displaying pyramids and other fascinating structures. Some of the most intriguing Mayan ruins in Belize are Barton Creek Cave, Lubaantun, Cerros, Cahal Pech, and El Pilar amongst others.

Belmopan is the smallest capital city in the world with a population of just over 12,000 people. It became the capital of Belize after the former capital, Belize City was almost completely destroyed by Hurricane Hattie in 1961.
Accommodation in Belize ranges from luxury to standard.

Types of Belize Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay Fees
N/A

General Requirements for Belize Visa

  • A Nigerian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (3.5×4.5 cm in dimension) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Belize Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

None

None (USD)

Belize Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Nigeria

Location

Address

Abuja

Address: Unity house, 24 Nkwerre Streetoff Ahmadu Bello Way, Area 11, Garki, Abuja.

Website: www.theconsulateofbelize.org

E-mail: bzcng@aol.com, info@theconsulateofbelize.org

Phone: (234) 948-360-06 / 08130609533

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