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24-apr-2019 7.48Date:
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Henry AshcroftAuthor:
Logistics Capacity Assessment
Belize
Table of Contents
1 Table of Contents 6
2 1 Belize Country Profile 11
2.1 11
2.2 11
2.3 Generic Information 11
2.4 1.1 Belize Humanitarian Background 13
2.4.1 Disasters, Conflicts and Migration 14
2.4.2 Seasonal Effects on Logistics Capacities 15
2.4.3 Capacity and Contacts for In-Country Emergency Response 16
2.5 1.2 Belize Regulatory Departments & Quality Control 18
2.6 1.3 Belize Customs Information 19
2.6.1 Duties and Tax Exemption 19
2.6.2 Customs Clearance 24
3 2 Belize Logistics Infrastructure 30
3.1 2.1 Belize Port Assessment 30
3.1.1 2.1.1 Belize Port of Belize 32
3.1.2 2.1.2 Belize Port of Big Creek 39
3.2 2.2 Belize Aviation 46
3.2.1 Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft 48
3.2.2 2.2.1 Belize Phillip S.W. Goldson International Airport 53
3.2.3 2.2.3 Belize Hector Silva Airstrip 59
3.2.4 2.2.4 Belize Matthew Spain Airport 60
3.2.5 2.2.5 Belize Caye Caulker Airport 61
3.2.6 2.2.6 Belize Punta Gorda Airport 62
3.2.7 2.2.7 Belize Orange Walk Airport 63
3.2.8 2.2.8 Belize Sartaneja Airstrip 64
3.2.9 2.2.9 Belize Privacion Airstrip 65
3.2.10 2.2.10 Belize John Greif III Airport 66
3.2.11 2.2.11 Belize Dangriga Airport 67
3.2.12 2.2.12 Belize Melinda Airport 68
3.2.13 2.2.13 Belize Placencia Airport 69
3.2.14 2.2.14 Belize Corozal Airport 70
3.3 2.3 Belize Road Network 72
3.3.1 Distance Matrix 73
3.3.2 Road Security 75
3.3.3 2.3.1 Belize Benque Viejo Border Crossing 75
3.3.4 2.3.2 Belize Santa Elena Border Crossing 78
3.4 2.4 Belize Railway Assessment 80
3.5 2.5 Belize Waterways Assessment 81
3.5.1 Company Information 82
3.5.2 Travel Time Matrix 83
3.5.3 84
3.5.4 Key Routes 84
3.5.5 Port Information 84
3.6 2.6 Belize Storage Assessment 86
3.6.1 Commercial Storage 86
3.6.2 Storage Used by Humanitarian Organizations 86
3.6.3 Public Sector Storage 87
3.6.4 Cold Chain 87
3.7 2.7 Belize Milling Assessment 87
3.7.1 Milling Company Belize Sugar Industries Ltd. (BSI) 87
4 3 Belize Logistics Services 89
4.1 3.1 Belize Fuel 89
4.1.1 Fuel Pricing 89
4.1.2 Fuel Transportation 90
4.1.3 Standards, Quality and Testing 90
4.2 3.2 Belize Transporters 92
4.3 3.3 Belize Manual Labour 93
4.4 3.4 Belize Telecommunications 94
4.4.1 Overview 94
4.4.2 Telecommunication Regulation 95
4.4.3 Existing Humanitarian Telecoms Systems 95
4.4.4 Internet Service Providers (ISPs) 96
4.4.5 Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) 97
4.5 3.5 Belize Food and Additional Suppliers 97
4.5.1 3.5.1 Belize Food Suppliers 98
5 4 Belize Contact Lists 102
5.1 4.1 Belize Government Contact List 103
5.2 4.2 Belize Humanitarian Agency Contact List 105
5.3 4.3 Belize Laboratory and Quality Testing Companies Contact List 106
5.4 4.4 Belize Port and Waterways Companies Contact List 107
5.5 4.5 Belize Airport Companies Contact List 108
5.6 4.6 Belize Storage and Milling Companies Contact List 109
5.7 4.7 Belize Fuel Providers Contact List 109
5.8 4.8 Belize Transporter Contact List 110
5.9 4.9 Belize Railway Companies Contact List 111
5.10 4.10 Belize Supplier Contact List 112
5.11 4.11 Belize Additional Services Contact List 115
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Country Name Belize
Official Country Name Belize
Belize
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1 Table of Contents
Chapter Name of Assessor
Organization Date updated
1 Belize Country ProfileJose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
1.1 Belize Humanitarian Background (see page 13
)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
1.2 Belize Regulatory Departments & Quality
Control (see page 18)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
1.3 Belize Customs Information (see page 19) Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2 Belize Logistics InfrastructureJose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.1 Belize Port Assessment Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.1.1 Belize Port of Belize Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.1.2 Belize Port of Big Creek Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2 Belize Aviation Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.1 Belize Phillip S.W. Goldson International
Airport
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.2 Belize Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
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Chapter Name of Assessor
Organization Date updated
2.2.3 Belize Hector Silva Airstrip Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.4 Belize Matthew Spain Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.5 Belize Caye Caulker Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.6 Belize Punta Gorda Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.7 Belize Orange Walk Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.8 Belize Sartaneja Airstrip Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.9 Belize Privacion Airstrip Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.10 Belize John Greif III Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.11 Belize Dangriga Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.12 Belize Melinda Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.13 Belize Placencia Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.2.14 Belize Corozal Airport Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
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Chapter Name of Assessor
Organization Date updated
2.3 Belize Road Network Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.3.1 Belize Benque Viejo Border Crossing Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.3.2 Belize Santa Elena Border Crossing Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.4 Belize Railway Assessment (see page 80) Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.5 Belize Waterways Assessment (see page 81) Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.6 Belize Storage Assessment Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
2.7 Belize Milling Assessment Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
3 Belize Logistics Services Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
3.1 Belize Fuel Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
3.2 Belize Transporters Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
3.3 Belize Manual Labour Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
3.4 Belize Telecommunications (see page 94) Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
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Chapter Name of Assessor
Organization Date updated
3.5 Belize Food and Additional Suppliers Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
3.5.1 Belize Food Suppliers Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4 Belize Contact ListsJose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.1 Belize Government Contact List Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.2 Belize Humanitarian Agency Contact List (see
page 105)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.3 Belize Laboratory and Quality Testing
Companies Contact List (see page 106)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.4 Belize Port and Waterways Companies
Contact List (see page 107)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.5 Belize Airport Companies Contact List (see
page 108)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
(see page 109)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.7 Belize Fuel Providers Contact List (see page
109)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.8 Belize Transporter Contact List (see page 110) Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.9 Belize Railway Companies Contact List (see
page 111)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
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Chapter Name of Assessor
Organization Date updated
4.10 Belize Supplier Contact List (see page 112) Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
4.11 Belize Additional Services Contact List (see
page 112)
Jose
Vargas
WFP Apr-17
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2 1 Belize Country Profile
2.1
2.2
2.3 Generic Information
Belize, formerly named British Honduras, is an independent country on the eastern coast of Central America. Belize is bordered on the north by Mexico, on the south and west by
Guatemala, and on the east by the Caribbean Sea. Its mainland is about 290 km (180 mi) long
and 110 km (68 mi) wide.
Belize has an area of 22,800 km and a population of 368,310 (2015). It has the lowest 2
population density in Central America. The country's population growth rate of 1.87 percent per
year (2015) is the second highest in the region and one of the highest in the Western
Hemisphere.
Belize's abundance of terrestrial and marine species and its diversity of ecosystems gives it a
key place in the globally significant Mesoamerican Biological Corridor.
The country has a diverse society, composed of many cultures and languages that reflect its
rich history. English is the official language of Belize, with Belizean Kriol being the unofficial
language. Over half of the population is multilingual, with Spanish being the second most
common spoken language.
Belize is considered a Central American and Caribbean nation with strong ties to both the Latin
American and Caribbean regions. It is a member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM),
the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), and the Central American
Integration System (SICA), the only country to hold full membership in all three regional
organisations. Belize is a Commonwealth realm, with Queen Elizabeth II as its
monarch and head of state.
For a generic country overview, please consult the following sources:
Belize Wikipedia Country Information https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belize
Belize IMF Country Information http://www.imf.org/external/country/BLZ/
Belize Economist Intelligence Unit Information http://country.eiu.com/Default.aspx?
country=Belize
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Humanitarian Info
Belize World Food Programme Information http://www.wfp.org/content/panama
Belize UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Information http://www.unocha.
org/
Facts and Figures
Belize Wolfram Alpha Information http://m.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=Belize&x=-1313&y=-71
Belize World Bank Information http://www.worldbank.org/en/country/belize
Belize Population Information http://worldpopulationreview.com/countries/belize-population/
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2.4 1.1 Belize Humanitarian Background
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2.4.1 Disasters, Conflicts and Migration
Natural Disasters
Type Occurs Comments / Details
Drought NO
Earthquakes NO
Epidemics NO
Extreme Temperatures NO
Flooding YES Hurricane Earl (Belize City)
Insect Infestation NO
Mudslides NO
Volcanic Eruptions NO
High Waves / Surges NO
Wildfires YES in the West of the country (69 dead people)
High Winds NO
Other Comments
Man-Made Issues
Civil Strife NO
International Conflict NO
Internally Displaced Persons NO
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Refugees Present NO
Landmines / UXO Present NO
Other Comments
For a more detailed database on disasters by country, please see the
2.4.2 Seasonal Effects on Logistics Capacities
Seasonal Effects on Transport
Transport Type Time Frame Comments / Details
Primary Road Transport All Year
Secondary Road Transport All Year
Rail Transport N/A
Air Transport All Year
Waterway Transport All Year
The hurricane season normally starts on 1 June and ends on 30 November, though this varies
by region - istorically, most it begins in early May in Toledo and early June in Corozal. H
hurricanes occur between August and October in Belize. Hurricanes form over a period of
several days and even weeks. The path of the storm is tracked and predicted using the latest
technology, which enables the areas to be affected ample time to prepare for the storm. Thanks
to NEMO (National Emergency Management Organization), Belize has a thorough emergency
plan ready to be enacted in the event of a hurricane.
Seasonal Effects on Storage and Handling
Activity Type Time Frame Comments / Details
Storage All Year
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Handling All Year
Other
It is difficult to predict how the storage and handling services will be affected by changes in
weather patterns due to the reality of climate change. Not only have we seen a marked
difference in the length of wet and dry seasons and when they occured during the year, but
also we are noticing a more extreme weather behaviour in terms of flooding and drought with
difficult to predict long term-effects of increasing average temperatures.
The rainy season is determined by the first time after the 1 st of May in when there is more than
an inch of rainfall in seven days with at least four days receiving some rainfall. The southern
region has the most rainfall with a mean of 160 inches (4064 mm) per year; July is by far the
wettest month there. In the central region are primary and secondary maxima occurring in June
and September. Each of these is significantly less than the single maximum for the south. Data
for the northern region show that rainfall is usually much less than the other regions; the annual
mean there is only 60 inches (152 mm).
2.4.3 Capacity and Contacts for In-Country Emergency Response
Government
NEMO in cooperation with the respective Emergency Management Committees, and all Public
and Private Agencies, is established to preserve life and property throughout the country of
Belize in the event of an emergency and to mitigate the impact on the country and its people.
The composition of NEMO comprises the Cabinet, with the Prime Minister as the Chairperson,
the Cabinet Secretary, as Secretary, the NEMO Secretariat and the 13 Operational Committees
(chaired by Permanent Secretaries).
The thirteen Operational Committees are as follows: Education, Communication and Warning,
Medical & Public Health, Housing and Shelter, Search & Rescue, Economic & Recovery,
Damage Assessment & Needs Analysis, Foreign Assistance, Transport & Evacuation,
Environment & Utilities, Human Resources Management, Relief & Supplies Management,
Restoration of Utilities and Mitigation, Access & Infrastructure. The other permanent members
are the Belize Red Cross, the Belize Teachers Union, the Chief Meteorological Officer, the
Commandant BDF and the Commissioner of Police. Integral to NEMO are its 9 District
Emergency Committees (chaired by the senior Minister in each District) representing Belize,
Corozal, Orange Walk, Cayo, Stann Creek, Toledo, Belmopan, San Pedro and Caye Caulker.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Belize
Government Contact List (see page 103)
Humanitarian Community
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Humanitarian Community
Listed below are the main humanitarian agencies conducting activities in Belize as well as their
main projects.
Belize Red Cross
Belize Red Cross works within the International Red Cross Federation's Strategy 2020, which
aims to save lives and strengthen recovery from disasters, and crises, enable safer and healthy
living, and make better provision for marginalized people, promote social inclusion and
contribute towards peace. Through its Disaster Management work, BRC employs its
Community Disaster Response Teams to work with the National Emergency Management
Operation (NEMO) and National Intervention Teams. In addition, BRC identifies and
implements new approaches to community involvement in disaster management in community-
based health first aid. It also has courses and training on prevention with respect to
communicable diseases. As auxiliary to the Government of Belize in all humanitarian aspects,
the Belize Red Cross fills the gaps in the National Systems and Action Plans.
BERT Belize Emergency Response Team
Belize Emergency Response Team (BERT) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization.
BERT specializes in pre-hospital care in the form of emergency response and transportation. It
is the only qualified provider in the country.
Pickstock Development Association
The Association was formed in 2008 to bring the community together to address crime, poverty
and underdevelopment. The work is divided in three categories. Firstly, it owns and manages
The Samuel Haynes Institute of Excellence. This Institute was established because of the
community's desire for a safe space for their children to play, learn and catch up with their
peers in education and development. Secondly, the Association engages the community in a
deliberate process of consultation on development issues including priority social and
infrastructural interventions, many of which have already brought some immediate relief to the
neediest in the community. Thirdly, the Association provides opportunities for those in the
community most at risk to engage in entrepreneurial, health and nutrition activities in an effort
to improve their standards of living.
Bandage International
Bandage International is a group of emergency medicine professionals: paramedics, nurses
and doctors, committed to teaching emergency health responders in developing countries.
Their mission is to improve safety by guaranteeing primary emergency medical care. Current
projects involve the improvementof the training of layperson first responders and professional
emergency medical caregivers to improve the safety of the people.
For more information on humanitarian agency contact details, please see the following link: 4.2
Belize Humanitarian Agency Contact List (see page 105)
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2.5 1.2 Belize Regulatory Departments & Quality Control
The is the premier service institution for standards and quality. Belize Bureau of StandardsTheir mission is to facilitate, promote and encourage the use of quality services in metrology,
standardization and conformity assessment thereby contributing to competitiveness of goods
and services, facilitation of trade and the protection of consumers. The Belize Bureau of
Standards shall provide internationally recognized services for domestic production and export
markets. As an agent for trade facilitation, will therefore provide the highest professional
services to satisfy the expectations, needs and demands of the people in Belize.
http://www.bbs.gov.bz
The headquarters is located at the Charles Bartlett Hyde Building Income Tax DepartmentBelize City. Commissioner of Income Tax, Mrs Ann Castillo heads the Income Tax Department
with a staff compliment of 144 countrywide. The operating activities of the Department was
decentralized in 1983 with the establishment of five branch offices in Belmopan, Corozal,
Dangriga, San Pedro and Orange Walk Town. All offices perform similar functions to those at
the headquarters, which is divided into seven specialized sections namely Assessment,
Collection and Enforcement Administration, Large Audit and Petroleum, Accounts, Information
Communication Technology and Objections, Appeals and Training.
http://www.incometaxbelize.gov.bz
The is a statutory entity designed to modernize Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA)the Agricultural Health Services in Belize. It was established under the Laws of Belize “Belize
Agricultural Health Authority Act, Chapter 211 of the Substantive Laws of Belize”. A Board of
Directors governs BAHA, which is the policy-making organ of the authority, with representatives
from both government and private sector. Their vision is to be trusted and respected
Agricultural Health Authority that inspires confidence in the safety, wholesomeness and health
of Belize’s agriculture, fisheries and food products. In addition, their mission is to serve Belize
by ensuring safe and wholesome food, strengthening national food security, facilitating trade
and commerce by providing efficient, competent and professional services to protect human,
animals, plant health, animal welfare, and the environment.
http://www.baha.org.bz
For more information on regulatory departments and quality control laboratories’ contact details, please see the following links:
4.1 Belize Government Contact List (see page 103)
4.3 Belize Laboratory and Quality Testing Companies Contact List (see page 106)
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2.6 1.3 Belize Customs Information
2.6.1 Duties and Tax Exemption
The role of the Belize Customs and Excise Department is to develop and implement an
integrated set of policies and procedures that ensure increased safety and security, as well as
developing the necessary platform to promote effective trade facilitation and revenue collection.
For contact information regarding government custom authorities, please follow these links:
www.customs.gov.bz
4.1 Belize Government Contact List (see page 103)
Emergency Response
Agreements / Conventions Description Ratified by Country?
WCO (World Customs Organization) member Yes, 22/04/2008
Annex J-5 Revised Kyoto Convention No
OCHA Model Agreement No
Tampere Convention (on the Provision of Telecommunication Resources for Disaster Mitigation and Relief Operations)
No
Regional Agreements (on emergency/disaster response, but also customs unions, regional integration)
Yes, CARICOM 01/04
/1974, UN 25/09/1981
Exemption Regular Regime (Non-Emergency Response):
For UN agencies, when importing goods during non-emergency times, exemption is based on
the United Nations Development Programme Standard Basic Assistant Agreement signed
between the United Nations and Belize. The Belize-based UN agencies such as UNDP,
UNICEF etc. (depending on whether it is food items or living supplies such as tents or netting)
certifies the goods are for use within the terms of the agreement and affix the stamp of the
organization, and an authorized signature is submitted on the Customs declaration, the
exemption is granted.
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The Ministry of Finance is the Government department with responsibility for implementing its
economic and fiscal policies and procedures, which include granting of duty exemption for
humanitarian aid. Humanitarian aid that is imported by the churches and other organizations
(NGOs) for distribution to people in Belize are granted exemption by the Ministry of Finance.
The Customs Tariff and Trade Classification, Laws of Belize, Chapter 48 Section 3 (2) of 2013,
Revised Edition2000 also contain a list of Conditional Duty Exemptions which are used when
importing items such as humanitarian aid by the Red Cross (Conditional Duty Exemption No.
14). It must be noted that the Red Cross must also get an approval from the Ministry Of
Finance.
These NGOs and non-NGOs wishing to import humanitarian aid will need to submit a letter
requesting exemption and in the body of the letter must state the description and quantity of
items imported. The organization must submit a copy of legal certificate to operate as a NGO
(whether it is a national organization or international donor)/non-NGO and must provide short
explanation of the objectives of the organization.
NGO’s that are allowed to operate as such within the country according to the Laws of Belize
set out in the Non-Governmental Organization Act for Belize: http://www.belizelaw.org/web
/lawadmin/PDF%20files/cap315.pdf
In addition, the above section of the Laws of Belize also provides a list of goods that are
illegible for conditional duty exemptions.
Obtaining Duty Free Status
Must apply in writing to the Ministry of Finance, and submit the list of the description and
quantity of items. Certificate of Registration, Letter from sponsor/ donor or importing
organization stating objectives and nature of organization. Depending on the nature of the
organization and use of the goods and what objectives the use of the goods are geared
towards, will determine where the letter requesting exemption should be directed to, for
example, pharmaceuticals need permit to import from the Ministry of Health.
Organizational Requirements to obtain Duty Free Status
United Nations Agencies
Agreements between Government of Belize and United Nations –Standard Basic Assistant
Agreement. This agreement states the terms and conditions under which goods may qualify
for duties and taxes exemptions. For example, food items are imported under the United
Nations Development Programme and tents/netting are imported under UNICEF.
Non-Governmental Organizations
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Must apply in writing to the Ministry of Finance, and submit the list of the description and
quantity of items. Certificate of Registration to operate as a NGO, Letter from sponsor/ donor
organization stating objectives and nature of organization. Depending on the nature of the
organization and use of the goods and what objectives the use of the goods are geared
towards, will determine where the letter requesting exemption should be directed to, for
example; pharmaceuticals to be granted exemption – Ministry of Finance but also to the
Ministry of Health for permission to import.
Exemption Certificate Application Procedure:
Customs is a law enforcement agency. Exemption is granted by the Ministry of Finance and
application/ request is made to the Ministry of Finance. Organization wishing to import items
under exemption will need to submit a letter requesting exemption and in the body of the letter
must state the description and quantity of items submit a copy of legal certificate to operate as
a registered organization (whether it’s a national organization or international donor) and also
must provide short explanation of the objectives and nature of the business.
Duties and Taxes Exemption Application Procedure
Generalities
Goods that fall under any of the Conditional Duty Exemption listed in the Customs & Excise
Duties Act, Chapter 48 Section 3(2) in the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2000 and
importers who are registered to operate within the nature of the conditional duty exemption,
once they meet the criteria, upon the Comptroller of Customs or otherwise where it is stated
who is responsible for approving such exemption, are granted exemption once satisfied that
criteria is met. Please note that there is a list of goods that does not qualify for conditional
duty exemptions and is listed thereafter the conditional duty exemptions. Any other goods
intended for importation that does not fall under the conditional duty exemptions, must follow
the procedure for duty exemption application and submit the documents mentioned
previously under Non-emergency regular regime.
Process to be followed
Goods meeting the conditional duty exemption criteria will need to submit to the Comptroller:
copy of invoice, transport document, insurance certificate, ownership certificate, and any
other documents used to prove the goods are being imported for humanitarian aid/ or
whatever the case may be. It also must be signed by any other relevant authority/ or agency
stated, for example, if it requires permit from Public Utilities Commission.
Exemption Certificate Document Requirements
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Exemption Certificate Document Requirements
Exemption is granted by the Ministry of Finance and application/ request is made to the Ministry
of Finance. Organization wishing to import items under exemption will need to submit a letter
requesting exemption and in the body of the letter must state the description and quantity of
items submit a copy of legal certificate to operate as a registered organization (whether it’s a
national organization or international donor) and also must provide short explanation of the
objectives and nature of the business.
Duties and Taxes Exemption Certificate Document Requirements (by commodity)
Food NFI (Shelter, WASH, Education)
Medicines Vehicle & Spare Parts
Staff & Office Supplies
Telecoms Equipment
Invoice Yes, copy can
be submitted or
Proforma
invoice
Yes, copy
can be
submitted
or Proforma
invoice
Yes, copy
can be
submitted
or Proforma
invoice
Yes, copy
can be
submitted
or Proforma
invoice
Yes, copy
can be
submitted
or Proforma
invoice
AWB/BL/Other Transport Documents
Donation/Non-Commercial Certificates
Letter from
donor and
certificate of
Noncommercial
status is
needed. For
UN agencies
this is not
needed since
the agreement
establishes
this, however,
director of the
UN agency in
Letter from
donor and
certificate
of Non
Commercial
status is
needed.
For UN
agencies
this is not
needed
since the
agreement
establishes
Letter from
donor and
certificate
of Non
Commercial
status is
needed.
For UN
agencies
this is not
needed
since the
agreement
establishes
Letter from
donor and
certificate
of Non
Commercial
status is
needed.
For UN
agencies
this is not
needed
since the
agreement
establishes
Letter from
donor and
certificate
of Non
Commercial
status is
needed.
For UN
agencies
this is not
needed
since the
agreement
establishes
Letter from
donor and
certificate
of Non
Commercial
status is
needed.
For UN
agencies
this is not
needed
since the
agreement
establishes
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Belize will need
to certify that
the purpose of
the goods
this,
however,
director of
the UN
agency in
Belize will
need to
certify that
the purpose
of the
goods
this,
however,
director of
the UN
agency in
Belize will
need to
certify that
the purpose
of the
goods
this,
however,
director of
the UN
agency in
Belize will
need to
certify that
the purpose
of the
goods
this,
however,
director of
the UN
agency in
Belize will
need to
certify that
the purpose
of the
goods
this,
however,
director of
the UN
agency in
Belize will
need to
certify that
the purpose
of the
goods
Packing Lists
Other Documents
Health permits
will still need to
be obtained
prior to
importation
Permission
to import
will need to
be obtained
from
ministry of
health
License/
permit will
be required
prior to
importation
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2.6.2 Customs Clearance
General Information
Customs Information
Document Requirements
A customs declaration must be prepared by an authorized customs broker
and the following must be attached: invoice, transport document, insurance
certificate, ownership or transfer of ownership certificate, packing list, if
necessary, proper permit/ license
Embargoes NONE
Prohibited Items
Laws of Belize, Chapter 49 Customs Regulation Act Section 102 and 104 –
Restricted and Prohibited Goods Consolidated Order.
Prohibited Goods examples are: pornographic materials, counterfeit
products,
General Restrictions
Laws of Belize, Chapter 49 Customs Regulation Act Section 102 and 104 –
Restricted and Prohibited Goods Consolidated Order.
Examples of restricted goods are controlled SPECIFIC DRUGS, firearms
and ammunition, specific agricultural and aquaculture products, some drinks
such as aerated beverages, energy drinks, rum, etc.
Customs Clearance Document Requirements
Customs Clearance Document Requirements (by commodity)
Food NFI (Shelter, WASH, Education)
Medicines Vehicles & Spare Parts
Staff & Office Supplies
Telecoms Equipment
D&T Exemption Certificate
UN does not
need to
submit. The
agreement
SAME SAME SAME SAME SAME
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between UN
&GOB
establishes
the
exemption.
Customs
declaration
provides a
special
customs
procedure
code to be
used when
such
declaration is
being made
if declaration
is certified
and stamped
by UN
agency
director and
satisfied by
the
comptroller
and
approved as
such. Other
NGO’s not
having an
established
agreement
with the
GOB will be
required to.
Yes, original
duty
exemption
letter must
be presented
to customs
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when
clearing
goods in the
case where
one is
issued.
Invoice Yes, present
Original but
a scan copy
must be
attached to
the customs
declaration
electronically
and must be
attached to
hard copy for
inspection
purposes.
Copies are
accepted
provided
approval by
Comptroller.
[Applies to
both UN and
NGO]
SAME SAME SAME SAME SAME
AWB/BL/Other Transport Documents
Yes, present
Original but
a scan copy
must be
attached to
the customs
declaration
electronically
and must be
attached to
hard copy for
inspection
SAME SAME SAME SAME SAME
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purposes.
Applies to
both UN and
NGO
Donation/Non-Commercial Certificates
Yes, must
get copy
accepted if
no Original.
A scan copy
must be
attached to
the customs
declaration
electronically
and must be
attached to
hard copy for
inspection
purposes.
Mostly for
NGO
SAME SAME SAME SAME SAME
Packing Lists Yes, present
Original but
a scan copy
must be
attached to
the customs
declaration
electronically
and must be
attached to
hard copy for
inspection
purposes.
Applies to
both UN and
NGO
SAME SAME SAME SAME SAME
SAME SAME SAME SAME SAME
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Phytosanitary Certificate
Yes,
Original,
scan copy
must be
attached
electronically
to the
customs
declaration
and applies
to both UN
and NGO
Other Documents
Yes, Original
and scan
copy must
be
electronically
attached to
the customs
declaration.
Applies to
both UN and
NGO
supplies
control
license/
permit if
needed
Transit Regime
For humanitarian goods in terrestrial transit an authorized customs broker will require a
customs declaration. A customs transit declaration must be prepared by an authorized customs
broker and the following must be attached: invoice, transport document, insurance certificate,
transhipment certificate (in the form of a declaration that is stamped and signed by consignee
/owner/ declarant) and if any other supporting documents such as export customs declaration
from previous country. Thereafter, a Customs Transit Document - T1 is created for the
shipment. This document requires a valid guarantee in the form of an insurance bond from the
declarant in order for it to be properly processed. The container is also sealed by customs. In
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addition, a customs guard must escort the shipment from point A to point B. When the shipment
arrives at point B, the seal is verified if in tack and the T1 is closed. When the T1 is closed this
releases the guarantee/ bond that was put up for the trans-shipment.
In the case of an in-transit shipment by sea where the cargo is not destined for Belize but will
change vessel, it must be manifested as such. Likewise, A customs transit declaration must be
prepared by an authorized customs broker and the following must be attached: invoice,
transport document, insurance certificate, transhipment certificate (in the form of a declaration
that is stamped and signed by consignee/owner/ declarant) and if any other supporting
documents such as export customs declaration from previous country. In this case, a Customs
Transit Document - T1 is not created but it requires a valid guarantee in the form of an
insurance bond from the declarant in order for it to be properly processed.
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3 2 Belize Logistics Infrastructure
Despite notable progress in the last decade, the extent and quality of transport infrastructure in
Belize still lags behind other countries in the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) region (IDB,
2013). Connectivity with neighboring countries in Central America such as Guatemala and
Mexico is limited. Moreover, access to extensive areas of land in the country’s interior is
impeded, particularly in the South and during the rainy season.
Belize's road network is 3,281 km long and requires adequate routine and periodic
maintenance to keep it in a stable, durable condition, particularly due to the country’s
vulnerability to natural disasters.
The National Sustainable Tourism Plan (NSTMP) of Belize 2030 addresses the need for
transportation infrastructure improvements, such as for highways and roads, increasing
regional and international airport safety and capacity and upgrading seaport and pier facilities.
3.1 2.1 Belize Port Assessment
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Belize Ports
There are two primary ports, both of which are privately owned: Port of Belize City, owned by
Port of Belize Limited, and Port of Big Creek, owned by the Big Creek Group. The port in Belize
City is primarily a container port, while the Big Creek port concentrates more on agricultural
products (bananas, fruit concentrates, sugar, etc.) and bulk cargo. Both ports have limitations
with draught and berthing, and limited loading and unloading capacity. A third port, the port at
Harvest Caye is a private port, dedicated exclusively to cruise ships.
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3.1.1 2.1.1 Belize Port of Belize
Port Overview
The Port of Belize City was originally established in 1978. In 2002, the government of Belize
agreed to sell the Port of Belize to Port of Belize Limited (PBL), including the license to operate,
manage and provide port-related services. The license was granted for a duration of 30 years
and sets out the specific responsibilities and duties of PBL. More recently , discussions
between PBL and the government of Belize are ongoing to modernize the port facilities by
constructing a new bulk terminal to serve the growing needs of the export sector.
Port website: Port of Belize Website
Key port information may also be found at http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Belize
Nearest Town or City
with Distance from Port
Belize City (0.5 km)
Port's Complete Name Port of Belize
Latitude 17.47368
Longitude -88.20073
Managing Company or Port Authority Port of Belize Limited
Management Contact Person Kenrick M. Rirchards /Cargo
Operations Manager
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures
Airport Name: Philip Goldson
International Airport Belize
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Port Location and Contact
Airlines: United, American, Delta,
Southwest and Avianca
Port Picture
- Port Entrance from Belize City
- Puma Fuel Storage Facilities (Fuel Supplier for Belize) - 189,270 litre (50,000 gallons)
storage capacity
- Storage Warehouse 1,950 m2
- Loading/Unloading Areas 2,400 m and 790 m2 2
- Pier Length to Dock (+/- 700 meters)
- Containers Yards 9,290 m and 5,850 m2 2
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Description and Contacts of Key Companies
For more information on key companies at the Port of Belize City, see the following link:4.4
Belize Port and Waterways Companies Contact List (see page 107)
Port Performance
The Port of Belize City faces several access constraints and bottlenecks. The one lane trestle
and pier head create a severe bottleneck due to its small size and sharp turning angles. As a
result, this leads to limited movement and activity on the pier head itself. Likewise, the width of
the pier head restricts vessel operations to one at a time, and restricts efficient use of either
shore cranes or ship cranes. This adds significant costs to the port's operations.
The shallow depths in the channel, turning basin and pier head restrict the size of vessels that
can operate at the port, while restricting the possibility of economies of scale, in particular for
bulk commodities. The substandard design and condition of crane equipment at the pier head
causes bottlenecks and additional costs, in particular with wider and larger vessels, resulting in
excessive re-shifting and sorting of containers.
Seasonal Constraints
Occurs Time Frame
Rainy Season Yes June to November
Major Import Campaigns Yes March to December
Other Comments N/A
Handling Figures for 2016
Vessel Calls 201
Container Traffic (TEUs) 46,040
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2016
Bulk (MT) 910,805
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Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2016
Break bulk (MT) 730,300
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth Quantity Length
(m)
Maximum
Draft (m)
Conventional Berth 1 25 8
Container Berth 1 25 8
Silo Berth N/A
Berthing Tugs 1 8
Water Barges 1 8
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type Berth Identification
Imports - Bagged Cargo 1 Berthst
Exports - Bagged Cargo 1 Berthst
Imports and Exports - RoRo N/A
Other Imports N/A
Port Handling Equipment
In 2002, the port of Belize was privatized and has been managed by Port of Belize Limited
since then.
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Equipment Available Total Quantity and Capacity Available
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane Yes 150 mt, 155 mt Operational
Container Gantries Yes Operational
Mobile Cranes Yes 55 mt, 60 mt Operational
Reachstacker Yes 49.5 mt Operational
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)
No
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines
No
Transtainer No 50 mt, 25 mt Operational
Forklifts Yes 5 mt Operational
Container Facilities
Facilities 20 ft 40 ft
Container Facilities Available 9290 m² 5850 m²
Container Freight Station (CFS) 1 1
Refrigerated Container Stations 72
Other Capacity Details N/A N/A
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per Day)
N/A N/A
Number of Reefer Stations (Connection Points)
12 12
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Facilities 20 ft 40 ft
Emergency Take-off Capacity N/A N/A
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift (Containers per Shift)
N/A N/A
Customs Guidance
All documentation needs to be put online which can be done from anywhere in the country. All
duties are paid to the Bank Care of Government of Belize. Customs declaration are then taken
to the customs office. It takes about one hour to complete the procedures. Working hours of
customs offices are from Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00. On weekends, appointments need
to be coordinated individually.
For more information on customs in Belize, please see the following link: 1.3 Belize Customs
Information
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
Quay of 67 m and RoRo Berth of 25 m. Pier (230 m² (2,500 ft²)) is currently not in use. The
RoRo ramp was never operational due to design flaws and due to a lack of water depth for
RoRo vessels on the windward side of the pier head.
Grain And Bulk Handling
Break bulk cargo is being discharged by using vessel cranes. The Port of Belize Limited
conducts all these operations. There is no bulk handling facility in Belize to meet the growing
need for bulk commodity movements.
Main Storage Terminal
The size of the working area of the port is 2,400 m² (25,800 ft²). The storage warehouses have
a total capacity of 1,950 m² (21,000 ft²). Two container yards are available, one of 9,290 m²
(100,000 ft²) and of 5,850 m² (63,000 ft²)
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Storage Type Number of Storage Facilities Area (m )2
Bagged Cargo 0 N/A
Refrigerated Cargo 1 72 Containers
General Cargo 1
Stevedoring
Port services provided by the Port of Belize Limited include the following:
- 24-hour Port Operation
- Pilotage
- Heavy Lift (crane)
- Storage
- Loading and Unloading
- Stripping of Containers
- Re-stuffing of Containers
- 24 Reefer Plugs for Reefer Container
- Warehouse for Cargo Consolidation
- Receiving and Delivery of Cargo/Containers
- Rental of Property (24-hour security)
Hinterland Information
Containers can be loaded on trucks chassis/flatbeds by container handles/crane to move cargo
along the Belize road network.
Port Security
The port operates under ISPS level 1. Most of the port areas are kept under 24-hour
surveillance by cameras. Additionally, all port facilities are watched by security guards.
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Security
ISPS Compliant Yes
Current ISPS Level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional)
Level 1
Police Boats Yes (Belize Coast
Guard)
Fire Engines Yes
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3.1.2 2.1.2 Belize Port of Big Creek
Port Overview
The Port of Big Creek is located in the south of Belize and is owned and managed by Banana
Enterprises Limited (BEL). Its principal activities are tug and barge services, property rental,
stevedoring, ship agency, port services, and fertilizer and agro-chemical imports. BEL contracts
and provides its own pilot and security services.
The port was established in 1990 to facilitate the export of bananas. Today, mainly bananas,
citrus and crude oil are exported through the Port of Big Creek. It is fully equipped and has a
cold storage facility with a 24-hour standby power supply. The Big Creek Port is the first
privately-owned port in Belize where the vessels are docked alongside the mainland.
Port website: Port of Big Creek Website
Key port information may also be found at http://www.maritime-database.com
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Port Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Stann Creek
Nearest Town or City
With Distance From Port
Dangrai
87 km
Port's Complete Name The Port of Big Creek
Latitude 16.51416667
Longitude -88.40444444
Managing Company or Port Authority Banana Enterprises Limited
Management Contact Person Mr. Gustavo Carrillo
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures
Airport Name: Philip Goldson
International Airport Belize
Airlines: United, American, Delta,
Southwest and Avianca
Port Picture
The facilities cover an area of 30 acres including:
10.7 acre (~) container yard (1,200 TEUs)
12 acre (~) break-bulk terminal
59,000 barrel liquid bulk storage area (14 tanks)
1,603 m² warehouse (palletized bananas)
762.42 m² warehouse (palletized banana boxes)
890 m² warehouse (fertilizer and petrochemicals)
669 m² warehouse (fertilizer and petrochemicals)
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
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Description and Contacts of Key Companies
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Belize Port and
Waterways Companies Contact List (see page 107)
Port Performance
The Port of Big Creek is fully equipped with a backup power supply to handle refrigerated
containers, break bulk cargo, grain and dry containers.
Seasonal Constraints
Occurs Time Frame
Rainy Season Yes June to November
Major Import Campaigns Yes March to December
Other Comments N/A
Handling Figures for 2016
Vessel Calls 138
Container Traffic (TEUs) 6,634
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2016
Bulk (MT) 48,308
Break bulk (MT) 43,266
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: .Belize Port Tariffs
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Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth Quantity Length
(m)
Maximum
Draft (m)
Conventional Berth 1 & 2 305 6.5
Container Berth 3 213 6.5
Silo Berth N/A
Berthing Tugs 1 N/A 6.5
Water Barges 1 N/A 6.5
The channel has been dredged to a minimum depth of 7 m for the first 1.5 km and thereafter to
a minimum of 6.7 m. A channel width of 67 m has been created at the fully dredged depth to
permit single-way ship movements. Maximum vessel LOA is 155 m and maximum safe draft is
6.5 m.
Efforts are ongoing to dredge the existing channel and widen the turning basin area. The
turning area will then be able to accommodate a vessel of 250 m. The channel will dredge to a
minimum depth of 11 m and a width of 105 m.
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type Berth Identification
Imports - Bagged Cargo 2 Berthnd
Exports - Bagged Cargo 2 Berthnd
Imports and Exports - RoRo 3 Berthnd
Other Imports N/A
Port Handling Equipment
The port is privately owned and managed by Banana Enterprises Limited.
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Equipment Available Total Quantity and Capacity Available
Dockside Crane Yes 200 mt
Container Gantries No
Mobile Cranes Yes 60 mt, 110 mt, 200 mt
Reachstacker Yes 32 mt
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) No
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines
No
Transtainer No
Forklifts Yes 5 mt, 3 mt
Container Facilities
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Facilities 20 ft 40 ft
Container Facilities Available 8,000 4,000
Container Freight Station (CFS) 1 1
Refrigerated Container Stations 120 120
Other Capacity Details N/A N/A
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per Day)
N/A N/A
Number of Reefer Stations (Connection Points)
3 3
Emergency Take-off Capacity N/A N/A
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift (Containers per Shift)
N/A N/A
Customs Guidance
All documentation need to be put online which can be done from anywhere in country. All
duties are paid to the Bank Care of Government of Belize. Customs declaration are then taken
to the customs office. It takes about 1 hour to complete the procedures. Working hours of
customs offices are from Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00, on weekends, on call.
For more information on customs in Belize, please see the following link: 1.3 Belize Customs
.Information
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
Two berths (1 and 2) of a total length of 305 m with a depth of 10 meters. As of September
2017, a third berth of 213 m with a depth of 10 m is under construction.
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Grain And Bulk Handling
Facilities to handle grain and break bulk cargo are available. Conveyors from shore to vessels
can load grain cargo. Break bulk cargo is discharged by vessel cranes.
Main Storage Terminal
List of available storage facilities:
- 59,000 barrels for liquid bulk cargo (clean fuel)
- 59,000 barrels for liquid bulk cargo (crude oil)
- 1,603 m² warehouse (palletized bananas)
- 762.42 m² warehouse (palletized banana boxes)
- 890 m² warehouse (fertilizer and petrochemicals)
- 669 m² warehouse (fertilizer and petrochemicals)
Storage Type Number of Storage Facilities Area (m )2
Bagged Cargo NIL N/A
Refrigerated Cargo 1 120 plugs
General Cargo 1
Stevedoring
As of today, Banana Enterprises Limited manages over 60 stevedores at the Port of Big Creek.
Hinterland Information
Containers are loaded on trucks chassis/flatbeds by container handles/crane. Those trucks
move cargo along the Belize road network.
Port Security
The port is operating under ISPS level 1. The port areas are under 24-hour surveillance by
cameras. Additionally, security guards patrol around the port compound (inside and outside).
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Security
ISPS Compliant Yes
Current ISPS Level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional)
Level 1
Police Boats Yes (Coast Guards)
Fire Engines Yes
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3.2 2.2 Belize Aviation
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Belize Airports
Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
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The Department of Civil Aviation is the regulatory and oversight body in all civil aviation matters
in Belize. The Director of Civil Aviation as established in the Belize Civil Aviation Act heads this
Department. He or she is responsible for all civil aviation matters in the country. The main
functions of the Department are to ensure the safety of air navigation and to promote and
encourage the safe, orderly and economic development of civil aviation locally, regionally and
internationally.
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please
see the following links:
4.1 Belize Government Contact List (see page 103)
4.5 Belize Airport Companies Contact List (see page 108)
3.2.1 Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
Entry requirements and permits for Belize
The following is extracted from the Belize Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP), Gen 1.2,
Entry, Transit And Departure of Aircraft:
1. GENERAL
1.1 All flights into, from or over the territory of Belize and landing in such territory shall be
carried out in accordance with the Belize Civil Aviation Regulations in force.
1.2 Aircraft landing in or departing from the territory of Belize must first land at or finally depart
from the Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport. ICAO Location Indicator MZBZ.
1.3 The intent to enter Belize must be a written request addressed to the Director of Civil
Aviation detailing flight itinerary (ies), statement if aircraft desires to conduct internal flights and
the area which flights are intended and purpose of the visit. Request or application can be sent
via fax to (501) 225-2533 or to contact details appearing on the website: www.civilaviation.gov.
bz
2. SCHEDULED FLIGHTS
2.1 GENERAL
2.1.1 For international scheduled flights operated by foreign airlines, applications shall be made
to the Air Transport Licensing Authority (ATLA) in writing using the following address:
Air Transport Licensing Authority
c/o Director of Civil Aviation
Department of Civil Aviation
P.O. Box 367
Belize City, Belize
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2.1.2 Applications should be accompanied by authenticated copies of Air Operators Certificates
and Licenses or Permits to operate Public Transport Services issued by the Country of Registry
and Copies of Insurance Certificates covering liability for carriage of passengers, luggage and
freight and damage to Third Parties for the territory of Belize. These operators are required to
appoint a Ground-Handling agent in Belize.
2.1.3 Applications for Charter Permits, should be sent to the Director of Civil Aviation at least 48
hours in advance, and must contain the following information:
Name and Address of Operator
Air carrier Operating Certificate (AOC)
Type of Aircraft
Nationality and Registration Marks
Name of Pilot-in-Command
Point of Origin and Destination
Number of Passengers and/or Weight and Type of Cargo
Name of Consignee (Cargo Flights)
Purpose of Visit
Proposed Dates and Times of Arrivals and Departures in Belize
Route
Name of Handling Agent (Compulsory)
Applications may be made by AFS to MZBZYAYX or by telefax on (501) 225-2533 or by e-mail
to or . The pertinent form appears on the [email protected] [email protected]
website in FORMS.
Documentary requirements for clearance of aircraft
2.1.4 It is necessary that under mentioned aircraft documents be submitted by airline operators
for clearance on entry or departure of their aircraft to and from Belize. All documents listed
below must follow the ICAO standard format as set forth in the relevant appendices to ICAO
Annex 9 (Facilitation) and are acceptable when furnished in English or Spanish and completed
in legible writing.
2.1.5 Aircraft documents required (arrival/departure) TOTAL OF NINE
Required by manifest General Declaration Passenger Manifest Cargo
Customs 6 2 6
Immigration 2 1 1
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Health 1 1
Quarantine 1
Department of Civil Aviation 1 1
The Department of Civil Aviation also requires:
Certificate of Airworthiness of aircraft
Certificate of Registration of aircraft
Pilot's License and Pilot's Medical Certificate
Insurance documents of aircraft stating coverage for the territory of Belize
Passport details of the crew and passengers (to include name, nationality, date of birth,
issue date and expiry date).
2.1.6 Carriage of weapons and ammunitions for war and dangerous goods.
No aircraft will be permitted to carry into or out of Belize dangerous goods except with
permission, for which application must be made to the Director of Civil Aviation in writing. Such
carriage must be in compliance with provisions contained in ICAO Document 9284 - Technical , and other instructions or conditions Instructions for the safe Transport of Goods by the Air
contained in the permit.
3. NON-SCHEDULED FLIGHTS (CHARTER FLIGHTS)
3.1 PROCEDURES
3.1.1 If an operator intends to carry out one or more non-scheduled flights(s), in transit across,
or making non-traffic stops in, the territory of Belize, it is necessary for the operator to obtain
prior permission.
3.1.2 If an operator intends to perform a (series of) non-scheduled flight(s) into Belize for the
purpose of taking on or discharging passengers, cargo or mail, it is necessary for the operator
to apply to the Director -Department of Civil Aviation, P.O. Box 367, Belize City, Belize, for
permission to carry out such operations not less than FORTY EIGHT hours in advance of the
intended landing. The application must include the following information in the order shown
hereunder:
Name of operator and Air Carrier Operating Certificate (AOC);
Type of aircraft
Nationality and registration marks of the aircraft;
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Date and time of arrival at and departure from P.S.W. Goldson International Airport
including origin;
Place or places of embarkation or disembarkation abroad, as the case may be, of
passengers and/or freight;
Purpose of flight and number of passengers and/or nature and amount of freight; and
Type of freight;
**Passport details as per table below (CREW AND PASSENGER DETAILS);
Name, address and business of charterer, if any.
Name of handling agent (compulsory)
Additional documents which include:
Certificate of Airworthiness of aircraft
Certificate of Registration of aircraft
Pilot's License and Pilot's Medical Certificate
Insurance documents of aircraft stating coverage for the territory of Belize
Passport details of the crew and passengers (to include name, nationality, date of
birth, issue date and expiry date).
** CREW AND PASSENGER DETAILS
NAME OF
CREW
NATIONALITY PLACE AND
DATE OF
BIRTH
PASSPORT
NUMBER
ISSUE
DATE OF
PASSPORT
EXPIRY
DATE OF
PASSPORT
NAME OF
PASSENGER
(S)
Documentary requirements for clearance of aircraft
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
3.1.3 Same requirements as for SCHEDULED FLIGHTS as indicated above.
4. ADDITIONAL ENTRY, TRANSIT AND DEPARTURE OF AIRCRAFT
4.1. GENERAL
4.1.1 An Aircraft Clearance Certificate (ACC) must be completed upon landing which will
require the stamps of all entry and exit facilitation agencies at MZBZ.
4.1.2 For local flights, THE AIRCRAFT CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE - SUPPLEMENT must
also be completed. This can be obtained at the Belize Air Traffic Services Reporting Office on
the First Floor of the Airport Terminal Building.
5. PRIVATE FLIGHTS (FIXED AND ROTOR WING – HELICOPTERS)
5.1 ADVANCE NOTIFICATION OF ARRIVAL
5.1.1 The information contained in the flight plan is necessary and must be filed at last point of
departure. The information contained in 1. General and also in 3.1.2 which is also repeated
below, must be transmitted so that it will be received at the Belize Department of Civil Aviation
at least twenty four hours in advance of arrival. The Belize Department of Civil Aviation will
subsequently issue a clearance number.
5.1.2 It must be ensured that the following original documents for the aircraft and flight crew are
submitted well in advance, especially if there are plans to fly internally in Belize. This includes
the following:
Certificate of Airworthiness of aircraft
Certificate of Registration of aircraft
Pilot's Licence and Medical Certificate
Third Party Insurance covering Belizean territory
Crew and passenger details as described below:
CREW AND PASSENGER DETAILS
NAME OF
CREW
NATIONALITY PLACE AND
DATE OF
BIRTH
PASSPORT
NUMBER
ISSUE
DATE OF
PASSPORT
EXPIRY
DATE OF
PASSPORT
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NAME OF
PASSENGER
(S)
5.1.3 The aforementioned documents can be sent via fax to (501) 225-2533 or scanned and
sent via e-mail to and copied to [email protected] [email protected]
5.1.4 As to the services of handlers at MZBZ, the only authorized agency is Belize Aero
Dispatch Services. (Tel: (501-225-2163).
5.1.5 Passport details for the crew and passengers must be submitted together with the crew
and aircraft documents at least 24 hours in advance.
5.1.6 Upon arrival pilot needs to present the Aircraft Clearance Certificate together with the
General Declaration Forms to all Facilitation agencies as indicated, at the Philip S. W. Goldson
International Airport.
5.1.7 Clearance to conduct domestic flights within Belize must be obtained at the Air Traffic
Services Reporting Office. Authorization may be given once all requirements have been met.
The additional form known as the Supplementary Aircraft Clearance Certificate will need to be
filled out.
For more information on procedures for foreign registered aircraft, please see the following
links:
http://www.cocesna.org/
http://www.icao.int/RASGPA/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.pgiabelize.com/
3.2.2 2.2.1 Belize Phillip S.W. Goldson International Airport
Airport Overview
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (PGIA) is an airport that serves the Belize 's largest
city, Belize City, along the eastern coast of Central America . The airport was originally
constructed in 1943 and was privatized in 2004.
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Today PGIA has a runway of 2,950 m and 68,350 m of parking area. There is a full Crash Fire 2
and Rescue Department and the airport is designated as a Category 8 in accordance with
ICAO Annex 14. The management and operation is under the Belize Airport Concession
Company, a consortium of Belizean investors that took over the administration and
management in April 2004.
PGIA is at an elevation of 5 m (16 ft.) above the sea level. Due to its low elevation and coastal
location both the airport and the entirety of Belize City are at risk of serious . For this flooding
reason, Belize's capital has been moved to while Philip S. W. Goldson International Belmopan
Airport remains the largest and busiest in the country.
The best way to get to and from the city center is via . Although an airport bus service is in taxi
place, it is very infrequent and unreliable.
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Ladyville
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Belize City (16 km)
Airport’s Complete Name Phillip S.W. Goldson International Airport
Latitude 17.5391666667
Longitude -88.3080555556
Elevation (ft. and m) 16 ft. / 5 m
IATA Code BZE
ICAO Code MZBZ
Managing Company or Airport Authority Belize Airport Concession Company
Management Contact Person Enrique Hoare – Manager of Operations
Open From (hours) 06:00
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Airport Location and Contact
Open To (hours) 18:00
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Belize Airport
Companies Contact List (see page 108).
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
The airport terminal building has a total surface of 10,220 m (110,000 ft. ). It contains two 2 2
terminals, international arrival and departure halls, a domestic arrival hall, restaurants, snack
outlets, duty free and duty paid shops, a bank, and various other services.
There is a 1,115 m (12,000 ft. ) air cargo terminal building located on the northern section of 2 2
the airport and accessible from the old airport road. There are eight cargo operators: Amerijet,
Aero Dispatch, FedEx, DHL, E-Zone, AeroPost, Belize Post Office, and Sidasheari.
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The PGIA is designated as a Category 8 Airport in accordance with ICAO Annex 14.
Performance for 2016
Per Year Per Month Per Day
Total Aircraft Movements 30,414 2,535 85
Total Passengers 867,796 72,330 2,400
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT)
Current Activity of the Airport (MT)
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS)
Runways
Philip Goldson International Airport has only one airstrip with an extension of 2,950 x 46 m,
which is in a good condition. There is a taxiway going from the west side of the airport to the
head of the runway.
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 2950 x 46 m (9678 x 150 ft.)
Orientation 07/25
Surface Hard Asphalt - PCN 061FCWU
Helicopter Pad(s)
Philip Goldson Airport does not have heliports or helipads. Helicopters need to use the same
parking ramp as other aircrafts.
Airport Infrastructure Details
According to a concession agreement with the Belizean government, the concessionaire of the
airport PGIA pursues an investment program that includes the modernization of the airport and
its services. Investments to improve all airport services are foreseen to be finalized until 2020.
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PGIA is also looking for funding to modernize the central building and to have access sleeves
for passengers in addition to all boarding and disembarkation gates for passengers.
Customs Yes JET A-1 fuel Yes
Immigration Yes AVGAS 100 Yes
Terminal Building Yes Single Point Refueling Yes
Passenger Terminal Yes Air Starter Units Yes
Cargo terminal Yes Ground Power (mobile) Yes
Pax Transport to Airfield No Ground Handling Services Yes
Control Tower Yes Latrine Servicing Yes
Weather Facilities Yes Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) Yes
Catering Services Yes De-icing Equipment No
Base Operating Room Yes Parking Ramp Lighting Yes
Airport Radar Yes Approach & Runway Lights Yes
NDB Yes VOR Yes
ILS No LCN 69
Airport Operating Details
The PGIA is equipped with three taxiways: Alpha, Bravo and Charlie. All three are 23 m (75 ft.)
wide. Alpha is 750 m (2,470 ft.) long with 7.5 m (25 ft.) wide non-load bearing shoulders, while
Bravo and Charlie are 150 m (484 ft.) long with no shoulders.
The parking apron at the PGIA is 514,220 m (615,800 ft. ) with a declared strength of 86 LCN. 2 2
There are seven parking slots available for nose parking.
The following visual markings are available: visual markings on the runway, thresholds and
designation markings, center lines, runway edge larkings and fixed distance markings.
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The following lighting systems are in place: runway edge lights, threshold lights, taxiway edge
lights, PAPI lights (left hand side of the runway) and stop way lights.
The following navigational aid is available: DVOR (Doppler VHF Omni-Directional Radar), DME
(Distance Measuring Equipment), DRDF (Digital Readout Directional Finder and NDB (Non-
directions beam).
Operating Details
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo L-10-20 or C-130
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet Airbus A300 & A310
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) 68,358
Storage Area (m )2 1,115
Handling Equipment
Elevators / Hi Loaders Yes Max Capacity (MT)
Max Height
(m)
Loading Ramps Yes
Customs Guidance
To clear the cargo all procedures have to be completed according to the customs regulations of
Belize. The working hours of the customs offices are from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00
For more information on customs in Belize, please see the following link: 1.3 Belize Customs
.Information (see page 19)
Storage Facilities
PGIA has roofed storage facilities for both import and export air cargo of 1,115 m .2
Fuel Service Charges
Puma Energy is the only operator of fuel supply for aircrafts.
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Price per Litre USD - $
Jet A-1 2.90
Avgas 5.20
Security
A project to strengthen airport security funded by the Inter-American Development Bank is
currently ongoing. It consists of the following components: Regulatory strengthening of the DCA
to meet new ICAO standards, provision of equipment for the Philip S.W. Goldson International
Airport in support of the regulatory reform and training components, and training for specialized
areas of airport security and the training of trainers.
In addition, the PGIA receives technical support to improve and update the security system.
3.2.3 2.2.3 Belize Hector Silva Airstrip
Airport Overview
Hector Silva Airstrip is in , . It was expanded by the in 2002, in Belmopan Belize British Army
order to accept larger planes such as the . The airstrip has a small Lockheed C-130 Hercules
terminal. The runways are not marked. uses the airstrip for temporary Belize Defence Forces
landing facilities for their aircrafts.
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Cayo District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Belmopan City
Airport’s Complete Name Hector Silva Airstrip
Latitude 17.26944444
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Airport Location and Contact
Longitude -88.776111110
Elevation (ft and m) 185 ft. / 56 m
IATA Code BCV
Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 1067 x 18 m (3500 x 60 ft.)
Runway Orientation 11/29
Runway Surface Chip Seal Asphalt
3.2.4 2.2.4 Belize Matthew Spain Airport
Airport Overview
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Cayo District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Central Farm
Airport’s Complete Name Matthew Spain Airport
Latitude 17.18588889
Longitude -89.00972222
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Airport Location and Contact
Elevation (ft and m) 180 ft. / 55 m
IATA Code SQS
Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 695 x 10 m (2280 x 35 ft.)
Runway Orientation 08/26
Runway Surface Chip Seal Asphalt
3.2.5 2.2.5 Belize Caye Caulker Airport
Airport Overview
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Belize District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Caye Caulker Village
Airport’s Complete Name Caye Caulker Airport
Latitude 17.73500000
Longitude -88.02944444
Elevation (ft and m) 5 ft. \ 1.5 m
IATA Code CUK
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Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 860 x 12 m (2825 x 40 ft.)
Runway Orientation 09/27
Runway Surface Chip Seal Asphalt
3.2.6 2.2.6 Belize Punta Gorda Airport
Airport Overview
Punta Gorda Airport is an airport serving Punta Gorda, a town located in Toledo District in
Southern Belize.
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Toledo District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Punta Gorda Town
Airport’s Complete Name Punta Gorda Airport
Latitude 16.10222222
Longitude -88.80805556
Elevation (ft and m) 60 ft. / 18 m
IATA Code PND
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Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 747 x 7.6 m (2450 x 25 ft.)
Runway Orientation 06/24
Runway Surface Chip Seal Asphalt
3.2.7 2.2.7 Belize Orange Walk Airport
Airport Overview
Orange Walk Airport or Alfredo Martinez Chan Pine Ridge Airstrip is a public located airport
southwest of , , . The airstrip was refurbished Orange Walk Town Orange Walk District Belize
with asphalt in 2014.
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Orange Walk District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Orange Walk Town (1.9 km)
Airport’s Complete Name Orange Walk Airport
Latitude 18.04611111
Longitude -88.58361111
Elevation (ft and m) 68 ft. / 21 m
IATA Code ORZ
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Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 700 x 18 m (2300 x 60 ft.)
Runway Orientation 10/28
Runway Surface Hot Mix Asphalt
3.2.8 2.2.8 Belize Sartaneja Airstrip
Airport Overview
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Corozal District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Sartaneja Village
Airport’s Complete Name Sartaneja Airstrip
Latitude 18.35555556
Longitude -88.13083333
Elevation (ft and m) 55 ft. / 17 m
IATA Code SJX
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Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 762 x 11 m (2500 x 36 ft.)
Runway Orientation 10/28
Runway Surface Chip Seal Asphalt
3.2.9 2.2.9 Belize Privacion Airstrip
Airport Overview
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Cayo District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Mountain Pine Ridge
Airport’s Complete Name Privacion Airstrip
Latitude 17.03750000
Longitude -88.95861111
Elevation (ft and m) 1500 ft. / 457 m
IATA Code PRV
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Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 1067 x 18 m (3500 x 60 ft.)
Runway Orientation 06/24
Runway Surface Compacted Sand
3.2.10 2.2.10 Belize John Greif III Airport
Airport Overview
John Greif II Airport is an that serves and , . The airport San Pedro Ambergris Caye Belize
airport has maintenance and terminal facilities as well as a paved and marked runway. The
airport was renamed from San Pedro Airport to John Greif II Airport in 2010.
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Ambergris Caye
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
San Pedro Town
Airport’s Complete Name John Greif III Airport
Latitude 17.91388889
Longitude -87.97111111
Elevation (ft and m) 4 ft. / 1.2
IATA Code SPR
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Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 1067 x 18 m (3500 x 60 ft.)
Runway Orientation 06/24
Runway Surface Hot Mix Asphalt
3.2.11 2.2.11 Belize Dangriga Airport
Airport Overview
Dangriga Airport is a public located north of , , .airport Dangriga Stann Creek District Belize
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Stann Creek District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Dangriga Town (1 km)
Airport’s Complete Name Dangriga Airport
Latitude 16.98250000
Longitude -88.23111111
Elevation (ft and m) 10ft. / 3 m
IATA Code DGA
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Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 863 x 9 m (2830 x 30 ft.)
Runway Orientation 09/27
Runway Surface Hot Mix Asphalt
3.2.12 2.2.12 Belize Melinda Airport
Airport Overview
Melinda Airport is a public located 9 km northwest of , , airport Melinda Stann Creek District
.Belize
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Stann Creek District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Melinda (9 km)
Airport’s Complete Name Melinda Airport
Latitude 17.00444444
Longitude -88.30416667
Elevation (ft and m) 60 ft. / 18 m
IATA Code MDB
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Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 634 x 8 m (2080 x 25 ft.)
Runway Orientation 09/27
Runway Surface Chip Seal Asphalt
3.2.13 2.2.13 Belize Placencia Airport
Airport Overview
Placencia Airport is an that serves , . It has a paved strip and crosses airport Placencia Belize
the peninsula from East to West.
Due to the typical sea breeze, takeoffs and landings are typically done east-bound. Private
flights are allowed. Parking should be coordinated with Tropic Air or Maya Island Air.
(CTAF) is 122.8 MHz.Common traffic advisory frequency
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Stann Creek District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Placencia Village
Airport’s Complete Name Placencia Airport
Latitude 16.53722222
Longitude -88.36111111
Elevation (ft and m) 25 ft. / 7.5 m
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Airport Location and Contact
IATA Code PLJ
Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 650 x 7.5 (2135 x 25 ft.)
Runway Orientation 07/25
Runway Surface Chip Seal Asphalt
3.2.14 2.2.14 Belize Corozal Airport
Airport Overview
Corozal Airport is an that serves , . It is located at the south entrance of airport Corozal Belize
Corozal, in Ranchito Village, and is therefore also known as Ranchito Airport.
Airport Location and Contact
Country Belize
Province or District Corozal District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport
Ranchito Village
Airport’s Complete Name Corozal Airport
Latitude 18.38166667
Longitude -88.41166667
Elevation (ft and m) 12 ft. / 3.5 m
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Airport Location and Contact
IATA Code CZH
Runway
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 670 x 9m (2200 x 30 ft.)
Runway Orientation 07/25
Runway Surface Hot Mix Asphalt
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3.3 2.3 Belize Road Network
Belize Roads
The road network in Belize consists of 3,281 km of which approximately 601 km are paved and
2680 km are unpaved.
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The following roads constitute the four main road networks. They consist of asphalt-paved two-
lane roads. Due to continuous maintenance they are in good condition for transportation:
- Philip Goldson Highway (formerly Northern Highway), between Belize City and the
Mexican border north of Corozal, about 95 miles or 153 km (Referred in the map as “N”)
- George Price Highway (formerly Western Highway), between Belize City and the
Guatemalan border near Benque Viejo del Carmen, about 81 miles or 130 km(Referred in the
map as “W”)
- Hummingbird Highway, from Belmopan to Dangriga, about 55 mile or 89 km (Referred in
the map as “H”)
- Southern Highway, from Dangriga to Punta Gorda (Referred in the map as “S”), 157.3 km
Most maps also include the Old Northern Highway, which provides access to the Altun Ha
ruins. This single-lane road is partly paved, but deteriorates dramatically just north of the
access road to the ruins.
The Coastal Highway, also known as the Manatee Highway or the Shortcut, connects the
Western Highway (48 km west of Belize City) with the Stann Creek Valley near Dangriga. This
highway is all gravel and may wash out during heavy rains.
The Ministry of Public Works is responsible for planning, construction and maintenance of the
country’s roads and bridges, as well as some roads, drains and waterways in cities. There are
serious shortfalls in the resources to meet the repair demand of the highways, with nearly all
streets having areas of disrepair. Road infrastructure is financed by the national government,
as well as by grants and loans from bilateral and multilateral sources, all implemented by the
Ministry of Public Works.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link:
.4.1 Belize Government Contact List
3.3.1 Distance Matrix
Distances from Capital City to Major Towns (km)
Belmopan Belize City
San Ignacio
Benque Viejo
Corozal Santa Elena
Dangriga Punta Gorda
Belmopan 88 118 130 228 238 89 246
Belize City
88 118 218 153 163 177 334
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Distances from Capital City to Major Towns (km)
San Ignacio
118 206 12 359 369 207 364
Benque Viejo
130 218 12 358 368 219 376
Corozal 228 153 359 371 10 317 474
Santa Elena
238 163 356 368 10 327 484
Dangriga 89 177 207 219 317 327 335
Punta Gorda
246 334 364 376 474 484 335
Travel Time from Capital City to Major Towns (hours’ minutes”)
Belmopan Belize City
San Ignacio
Benque Viejo
Corozal Santa Elena
Dangriga Punta Gorda
Belmopan 1’25” 1’55” 2’10” 3’25” 3’35” 1’25” 3’50”
Belize City
1’25” 2’55” 2’10” 2’18” 2’32” 2’52” 4’35”
San Ignacio
1’55” 2’55” 17” 5’12” 5’08” 2’55” 5”20”
Benque Viejo
2’10” 3’02” 17” 5’30” 5’25” “3’12” 5’37”
Corozal 3’25” 2’18” 5’12” 5’30” 14” 4’32” 6’55”
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Travel Time from Capital City to Major Towns (hours’ minutes”)
Santa Elena
3’35” 2’32” 5,08” 5’25” 14” 4’32” 7’15”
Dangriga 1’25” 2’52” 2’55” 3’12 4’32” 4’42” 4’51”
Punta Gorda
3’50” 4’35” ‘5’20” 5’37” 6’55” 7’15” 4”51”
3.3.2 Road Security
There is very little control on the roads by the police or the state authorities. Traffic signals and
speed limits are not much respected. While in villages and along roads, presence of public
authorities is weak, the frequency of controls increases close to large cities. Frequent
accidents include frontal accidents on the highway between Belize City and Belmopan.
On overland transports, weight indication for trucks is not specified. Equally, bridges are not
marked with the maximum weight or the number of axes allowed and technical Management is
not available.
3.3.3 2.3.1 Belize Benque Viejo Border Crossing
Overview
The Border Management Agency is the responsible administrative entity for the management of
Belize’s border complex, including immigration, police, customs, the Pan American Health
Organisation (PAHO) and Free Zone areas. Major border movement to Guatemala is related to
crossing of pedestrians. The Free Zone area is active but less frequented than at the northern
entrance points to Mexico. Administration of the Free Zone is under shared responsibility of a
Belizean private group and governmental agencies.
Border Crossing Location and Contact
Name of Border Crossing Belize: Benque Viejo del
Carmen
Guatemala: Melchor de
Mencos
Province or District Cayo District
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing
Benque Viejo del Carmen (1
km)
Latitude 17.05777778
Longitude -89.15500000
Managing Authority / Agency Border Management Agency
Contact Person Mr Rolando Leon
Travel Times
Nearest National Airfield Maya Flats (3 km)
Truck Travel Time: 10 minutes
Car Travel time: 10 minutes
Nearest Port Belize City (112 km)
Truck Travel Time: 3 hours
Car Travel time: 3 hours
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity
Spanish Lockout (30 km)
Truck Travel Time: 30 minutes
Car Travel time: 30 minutes
Other Information Road from Belmopan (main city of Belize) is in good condition,
with fuel stations in Benque Viejo. The free zone area to
Guatemala is very active in terms of commerce. Storage capacity
of approx. 923 m (10,000 ft. ) is available in the Free Zone area 2 2
for exports to Guatemala.
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Hours of Operation
Mondays 24 hours
Tuesdays 24 hours
Wednesdays 24 hours
Thursdays 24 hours
Fridays 24 hours
Saturdays 24 hours
Sundays 24 hours
The opening hours of customs offices are from Monday to Friday 8:00 to 17:00.
Daily Capacity
Customs capacities to deal with cars is limited and becomes critical from 30 cars/hour due to
the small border crossing. Trucks are not affected since they use different routes. The entrance
to free zones involves different procedures which makes it is less vulnerable to traffic issues.
Customs Clearance
Trucks are charged with a parking fee per day. The price is relative to the size of the vehicle
and starts from USD$ 30, which is the only additional charge raised by the border authority.
Import duties are relative to the value of the goods imported. All importation paperwork can be
done and clearance can be obtained within one day at the customs offices at the border. All
vehicles are inspected before getting customs clearance.
For more information on customs in Belize, please see the following link: 1.3 Belize Customs
.Information (see page 19)
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Belize
.Government Contact List (see page 103)
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3.3.4 2.3.2 Belize Santa Elena Border Crossing
Overview
The Border Management Agency is the responsible administrative entity for the management of
Belize’s border complex, including immigration, police, customs, the Pan American Health
Organisation (PAHO) and free zone areas. Mayor border movement to Mexico is related to
crossing of pedestrians. The Free Zone is active and more frequented than the one located at
the western entrance point to Guatemala. Administration of the Free Zone is under shared
responsibility of a Belizean private group and governmental agencies.
Border Crossing Location and Contact
Name of Border Crossing Belize: Santa Elena
Mexico: Subteniente Lopez,
Quintana Roo
Province or District Corozal District
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing
Corozal (10 km)
Latitude 18.48555556
Longitude -88.39916667
Managing Authority / Agency Border Management Agency
Contact Person Misses Naivi Campos
Travel Times
Nearest National Airfield
Aeropuerto Corozal (Ranchito) (13 km)
Truck Travel Time: 18 minutes
Car Travel time: 18 minutes
Nearest Port Belize City (120 km)
Truck Travel Time: 3 ¼ hours
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Travel Times
Car Travel time: 3 ¼ hours
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity
Orange Walk (50 km)
Truck Travel Time: 1hour
Car Travel time: 1 hour
Other Information Road in good condition from Belmopan (main city of Belize), with
fuel stations in Corozal and Santa Elena. The Free Zone area to
Mexico is very active in terms of commerce. Storage capacity of
approx. 2,322 m (25,000 ft. ) in the Free Zone area is available 2 2
for exports to Mexico.
Hours of Operation
Mondays 24 hours
Tuesdays 24 hours
Wednesdays 24 hours
Thursdays 24 hours
Fridays 24 hours
Saturdays 24 hours
Sundays 24 hours
Opening hours of customs offices are from Monday to Friday 8:00 to 17:00.
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Daily Capacity
Due to the existing free zone, there is a lot a traffic during the weekends from people coming
more from the Mexican side. Most of these people stay during the weekend. Belizeans are
excluded from the free zone but have a separate entrance where they do not affect the normal
transit to customs facilities and border offices.
Customs Clearance
Trucks are charged with a parking fee per day. The price is relative to the size of the vehicle
and starts from USD 30, which is the only additional charge made by the border authority.
Importation duties are relative to the value of the goods imported. All importation paperwork
can be done and clearance can be obtained within one day at the customs offices at the
border. All vehicles are inspected before getting customs clearance.
For more information on customs in Belize, please see the following link: 1.3 Belize Customs
.Information (see page 19)
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Belize
.Government Contact List (see page 103)
3.4 2.4 Belize Railway Assessment
There is no railway network available in Belize.
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3.5 2.5 Belize Waterways Assessment
Belize Waterways
The rivers of Belize are not used for cargo or passenger transportation.
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In coastal areas, maritime transport is available as both international maritime transportation for
bulk and container shipping and local maritime transportation provided by fishing vessels,
freight barges and recreational boats. Several water taxi operators run formal and informal
services, largely linked to tourism, to the islands and offshore destinations. Some operators
have boats with a capacity of more than 100 passengers.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link:
4.1 Belize Government Contact List (see page 103).
3.5.1 Company Information
Companies offering services of water taxi include the following:
Caye Caulker Water Taxi Association
San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi
Ocean Ferry Belize
Tropic Ferry
Nautilus Express Water Taxi
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Thunderbolt Water Taxi
Coastal Express
Passenger Carrying Capacity
Caye Caulker San Pedro Ocean Ferry
Number of
Passenger Vessels
< 50 Passengers
2 1 3
Number of
Passenger Vessels
> 100 Passengers
2 3 2
Passenger Carrying Capacity
Caye Caulker San Pedro Ocean Ferry
Boats
Number of Boats 4 4 5
Tonnage / Volume
Carrying Capacity (MT / m )3
Up to 100 pax Up to 114 pax Up to 140 pax
3.5.2 Travel Time Matrix
Schedules that indicate arrival and departure times from water taxi operators are largely
respected. Water taxis are mainly used for commuting and transporting cargo (41%), touristic
visits to the islands (30%) and general transportation (29%). Most of the water taxi operators
have their own port facilities in Belize City and North Front Street.
Travel Time from Belize City to other major Destinations on Water Taxi Boat
Belize City Caye Caulker San Pedro Chetumal
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Travel Time from Belize City to other major Destinations on Water Taxi Boat
Belize City 45 minutes 90 minutes 180 minutes
Caye Caulker 45 minutes 45 minutes 135 minutes
San Pedro 90 minutes 45 minutes 90 minutes
Chetumal 180 minutes 135 minutes 90 minutes
3.5.3
3.5.4 Key Routes
Key Route Information
Domestic / International
From: Belize City
To: San Pedro
From: Belize City
To: Caye Caulker
From: Belize City
To: Chetumal
Total Distance (km) 90 km 45 km 130 km
Width (m) Broadest: 25 m
Narrowest: 3 m
Broadest: 25 m
Narrowest: 3 m
Broadest: 25 m
Narrowest: 3 m
Seasonal Effects No No No
Regular Traffic
Passenger / Cargo
Yes Yes Yes
Companies Operating
Along the Route
Several Several Several
Security Concerns No No No
Main Ports No No No
3.5.5 Port Information
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3.5.5 Port Information
Key Port Information
Belize City San Pedro Caye Caulker
Location Belize City San Pedro Caye Caulker
Contact Information Each Operator Each Operator Each Operator
Connections with Other
Transport Means
Road and by air Only by air Only by air
Storage Capacity (m
and m )2 310 m2 15 m2 10 m2
Handling Equipment No No No
Customs Clearance Available
No No No
Other Comments Small port facilities
for passengers
Small port facilities
for passengers
Small port facilities
for passengers
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3.6 2.6 Belize Storage Assessment
Storage facilities are located along the two landborders (Mexico and Guatemala) and at the two
seaports, Belize City and Big Greek Port. Additionally, five warehouses of the National
Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) are located throughout the country in strategic
points and in high areas to avoid flooding.
The storage capacity of the border with Guatemala (Benque Viejo Border) is 930 m (10,000 ft.2 2
). In case of a natural disaster, all of these warehouses can be made available to support the
emergency response in coordination with NEMO.
For the northern border with Mexico, the Border Management Agency has a storage capacity of
9,290 m (100,000 ft. ). In case of a natural disaster the border can be used as an entry point 2 2
for humanitarian assistance to Belize through road transportation.
For more information on storage company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6
Belize Storage and Milling Companies Contact List (see page 109)
3.6.1 Commercial Storage
The majority of warehouses available are for private use and not for rent. In case of
emergency, NEMO is in charge of establishing warehouses.
3.6.2 Storage Used by Humanitarian Organizations
NEMO has five storage facilities in good condition installed in Belize, from which emergencies
have been managed during the last six years. The warehouses are located far from the coast to
avoid damage by floods.
Location Organization Sharing Possibility
Capacity
(Sq. ft.)
Type [1] Access [2] Condition [3]
Belize
City
NEMO Yes 2,000 Concrete Good
Raised-
Siding
Appears
Intact
[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, and concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
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3.6.3 Public Sector Storage
No warehouses or deposits of any state entity could be identified.
3.6.4 Cold Chain
The cold chain for ocean shipments is ensured through refrigerated containers at both ports.
Location Organization / Owner
Type [1] Cooling / Power [2]
Quantity Total Capacity
(m³)
Condition
Big
Creek
Port
Big Creek
Group
Freezer
Container
Compression 120 7,884 Good
Port of
Belize
Port of Belize
Limited
Freezer
Container
Compression 72 4,248 Good
[1] Cold Room Positive, Cold Room Negative, Refrigerator, Freezer,
[2] Compression, Absorption, Solar, Other, unspecified
3.7 2.7 Belize Milling Assessment
For more information on milling company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6
Belize Storage and Milling Companies Contact List (see page 109)
3.7.1 Milling Company Belize Sugar Industries Ltd. (BSI)
Belize Sugar Industries Ltd. (BSI) was founded in 1963 and has been producing sugar in the
northern town of Orange Walk since 1967. BSI grinds 1.3 million mt of sugarcane each year
with an average daily milling throughput of 6,800 mt.
Company Name and Address Telephone and Fax
Belize Sugar Industries Ltd. (BSI)
Tower Hill Street
Orange Walk Town
Tel: (501) 322-2150
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Company Name and Address Telephone and Fax
Belize
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4 3 Belize Logistics Services
4.1 3.1 Belize Fuel
In terms of fuel distribution in Belize there are two terminals with a combined storage capacity
of 26,300 m³, 14 retail sites and one airport dedicated to this purpose. Puma Energy is the sole
importer of petroleum products in the country. It currently operates 14 branded retail sites and
two convenience stores. Puma Energy has also invested in offshore mooring systems.
For more information on government and fuel provider contact details, please see the following
links:
4.1 Government Contact List (see page 103)
4.7 Fuel Providers Contact List (see page 109)
Information may also be found at: which is updated http://www.mytravelcost.com/petrol-prices/
monthly.
4.1.1 Fuel Pricing
The Ministry of Finance in Belize controls the price of the fuel in the country, the taxes on fuel
are approximately 45.25% and the commercial margin for the fuel retailers is 13.46%. Gasoline
is imported as oil production in the country is not sufficient to build a local refinery. Taxes
already include import tariffs. The numbers in the table represent the prices from the plant.
Prices at gas stations might vary. (Source: PUMA Energy)
More information can be found here: https://mof.gov.bz/index.php/2012-08-30-03-42-02/2012-
10-04-16-57-37
Fuel Prices per Litre as of: 16 DEC 2016
(USD - $)
Premium Gasoline USD $5.175
Diesel D-2 USD $4.510
Regular Gasoline USD $4.840
Jet A-1 USD $2.830
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Seasonal Variations
Seasonal Variations
Are there national priorities in the availability of fuel? (i.e. are there restrictions or priorities for the provision of fuel such as to the military?)
No
Is there a rationing system? Yes
Is fuel to lower income / vulnerable groups subsidized? No (Only sugar
cane farmers are
subsidized)
Can the local industry expand fuel supply to meet humanitarian needs?
Yes
Is it possible for a humanitarian organization to directly contract a reputable supplier / distributor to provide its fuel needs?
Yes
4.1.2 Fuel Transportation
Fuel is imported via barge in a two-to-three-week cycle. Some products if needed are
transported via trucks from other Puma facilities, although barges are preferred. Fuel is
distributed in the country via trucks. Each distributer outsources trucks to do the deliveries to
their clients at a regulated price set by the government.
4.1.3 Standards, Quality and Testing
Foreign independent surveyors (OTI or Intertek) are in charge of fuel sampling. The Belize
Bureau of Standards (BBS) is the regulatory agent and has approved both laboratories.
Industry Control Measures
Do tanks have adequate protection against water mixing with the fuel? Yes
Are there filters in the system which monitor where fuel is loaded into aircraft?
Yes
Is there adequate epoxy coating of tanks on trucks? Yes (JET-
A1)
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Industry Control Measures
Is there a presence of suitable firefighting equipment? Yes
Standards Authority
Is there a national or regional standards authority? Yes
If yes, please identify the appropriate national and/or regional authority.
National: Belize Bureau of
Standards
If yes, are the standards adequate/properly enforced? Yes
Testing Laboratories
Are there national testing laboratories? No
Fuel Quality Testing Laboratory
Company Intertek
Name Intertek Guatemala
Address Calle 21-53 Zona 12 Expo 46. Edificio No. 10Guatemala City,
Guatemala 01012
Telephone and Fax
(502)-2303-5800
Contact Products Division
Standards Used N/A
Fuel Quality Testing Laboratory
Company Oiltest
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Fuel Quality Testing Laboratory
Name Oiltest, Inc.
Address 67 Walnut Avenue Suite 107
Clark, NJ 07066-1640
USA
Telephone and Fax +1-(732)-396-0585
Contact Cetral Laboratory
Standards Used N/A
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4.2 3.2 Belize Transporters
The transportation industry in Belize faces constraints due to poor infrastructure. Several
projects have been suspended since 2004 when austerity measures were implemented. During
the wet season, major roads and sections of highways are subject to closures due to possible
damages.
The Belizean Ministry of Works and Transport estimates that there are slightly over 3,000
truckers in the country. 80 percent are involved in the agricultural sector and particularly the
sugar industry in one way or the other.
Truckers in Belize have two major points of entry into the country, which also serve as exit
points. The first entry point is between the towns Subteniente Lopez and Santa Elena, located
on each side of the Mexico-Belize border point. Once customs and immigration officials have
approved the vehicle permit and stamped the passport of the driver and other passengers,
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drivers need to purchase insurance for the duration of their stay from the Insurance Corporation
of Belize. The vehicle permit is used in the vehicle importation process. The other point of entry
is between the towns Benque Viejo del Carmen and Melchor de Mencos, located on each side
of the Belize-Guatemala border.
Because most trucks are dedicated to supporting industry and farming activities, it is
sometimes complicated to get a company to do freight transportation.
For more information on transport company contact details, please see the following link:
4.8 Transporter Contact List (see page 110)
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4.3 3.3 Belize Manual Labour
Unemployment rates in Belize are lower than in other countries in the region, this is also due to
the country's small population. It is possible to obtain work force to carry out projects in the
country, in addition, organisations can hire personnel with temporary contracts,
There are seven major trade unions in Belize organized under a federation, the National Trade
Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB). Membership is estimated at around 5,500, representing
less than 4 percent of the labour force and around 6 percent of all government and private
sector employees. Union membership is concentrated in the public sector. The two largest
unions are the Belize National Teachers Union and the Public Service Union, each one with
1,600-1,800 members.
There is limited union representation in the private sector. The tourism sector, including hotels
and restaurants, is not unionized nor are any of the call centers, a growing segment of the
service sector.
Trade unions are more prevalent in the public sector and their impact on the labour market is
more likely to be indirect than direct. Public sector unions via wage and other compensation
demands influence fiscal outcomes. These in turn can influence government borrowing and
interest rates, and hence, private sector development and labour demand.
The numbers in the table below display the labor rates for workers in US-Dollar per day
(Source: UNDP).
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Labour Rate(s) Overview
Cost Rate as of 2016
Daily General Worker (Unskilled casual labour) 25 USD 04/2016
Daily General Worker (Semi-skilled labour) 35 USD 04/2016
Skilled Worker 50 USD 04/2016
4.4 3.4 Belize Telecommunications
4.4.1 Overview
The Belize Telecommunications Act No. 16 of 2002 liberalized telecommunications and made
the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) the industry regulator. A process of consultation with
prospective players on license terms and conditions for new entrants and on price control and
inter-connection sets the stage for competition. License conditions and legal obligations require
license holders to behave in a fair and non-discriminatory manner, to provide cost-oriented
services to competitors and to refrain from abuse of a dominant position with predatory or other
anti-competitive practices.
The sector is also responsible for Regulatory Framework both internationally and regionally in
conjunction with recommendations laid out by the International Telecommunication Union
(ITU), Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) and Inter-American Telecommunication
Commission (CITEL).
Belize is becoming one of the fastest-growing telecom markets in the Caribbean and has seen
an increase in the teledensity as well as a sharp decline in tariffs for various services within the
sector thus, contributing to the economic growth of the country. Telecommunications along with
Information, Communication and Technology (ICT), has vastly accelerated the growth of the
social and economic development of the country.
For more information on telecoms contacts, please see the following link:
4.11 Additional Services Contact List (see page 115)
Telephone Services
Is there an existing landline telephone network? Yes
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Telephone Services
Does it allow international calls? Yes
Number and Length of Downtime Periods (on average) Not often
Mobile Phone Providers Digicell
Smart
Approximate Percentage of National Coverage 85%
4.4.2 Telecommunication Regulation
Broadcasting and television are regulated under the Broadcasting and Television Act overseen
by the Belize Broadcasting Authority.
Regulations on Usage and Import
Regulations in Place?
Regulating Authority
Satellite Yes PUC
HF Radio Yes PUC
UHF/VHF/HF Radio: Handheld, Base and Mobile
Yes PUC
UHF/VHF Repeaters Yes PUC
GPS No -
VSAT Yes PUC
Individual Network Operator Licenses Required
Yes
4.4.3 Existing Humanitarian Telecoms Systems
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Existing UN Telecommunication Systems
UNDP WFP
VHF Frequencies Yes No
HF Frequencies Yes No
Locations of Repeaters - -
VSAT - -
4.4.4 Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
BTL (Belize Telemedia Limited) is the largest Internet service provider in Belize. However, 27
companies have been granted licenses to provide Internet in Belize. At least one other
company, Southern Cable Network (formerly known as Mirror Net), is in Belmopan and has
started to offer Internet service again. Some Belizeans also use satellite service to connect to
the Internet, although the connection speed tends to be slower compared to other services. For
some remote areas, satellite services are the only options.
Internet Service Providers
Are there ISPs available? Yes
If yes, are they privately or government owned? Private
Dial-up only? No
Approximate Rates (local currency and USD - $) Dial-up BZD $4.00 / USD $2.00
Broadband BZD $15.00 / US $7.50
Max Leasable ‘Dedicated’ Bandwidth 100 Mbit/s by TS2
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4.4.5 Mobile Network Operators (MNOs)
Belize is well served by cellular service which covers most of the country and certain marine
areas close to major coastal population centers. The major telecommunication company, Belize
Telemedia Limited, is government-owned. The second-largest company and mobile operator is
Smart Telecom Belize.
Belize Telemedia Limited offers its cellular service under the “DigiCell” brand, a digital service
with GSM dual band 850/1900 MHz technology. Cellular plans in Belize are easy to understand
and they can be broken into two segments: post and pre-paid. Most Belizeans use Digicell or
SMART pre-paid service, as there is no need of a contract and no forms need to be signed.
For information on MNOs please visit the GSM Association website.
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4.5 3.5 Belize Food and Additional Suppliers
Natural disasters have contributed to a reduction in agricultural production and exports and to
short-term increases in food imports. The aggregate impact from Tropical Storm Roxanne in
1995 and Hurricane Keith in 2000 in Northern Belize, together with Tropical Storm Chantal and
Hurricane Iris in 2001 in Southern Belize, resulted in more than US$ 200 million in losses and
damages to the agriculture sector alone. These natural disasters caused short-term shortages
of domestic commodities such as rice, corn and beans, and contributed to reduced exports of
shrimp, lobster, papayas and bananas in the corresponding years. Damage to agriculture and
fisheries infrastructure contributed significantly to the resulting shortfalls in production.
Generic country information can be located from sources which are regularly maintained and
reflect current facts and figures. For a general overview of country data related to the service
and supply sectors, please consult to following source: The Observatory of Economic
Complexity–MIT (OEC)
For more information, please visit the following sites:
World Bank - World Integrated Trade Solution - Belize
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Trading Economics - Belize
eIndex Mundi - Beliz
4.5.1 3.5.1 Belize Food Suppliers
Overview
Food availability is not a problem in Belize, but large numbers of households living in poverty
are prone to food insecurity, due to a lack of access to food because purchasing economic
capacity is not possible. It is estimated that more than 25% of Belizean households live in
poverty.
Belize has a high degree of dependence on imported goods that supply the population with
60% of its food. The country imports most of its cereal (21 849 t/year in 1998–2000), although
as a proportion of total imports it decreased from 22% in 1964-66 to 9% in 1998-2000. Imports
of animal fat as a percentage of total DES decreased steadily, while vegetable oil imports
increased after 1989–91. Meat and offals imports decreased slightly. The import of milk and
milk products peaked in 1979-81 (16% of total DES) but decreased to 6% of total DES in 1998-
2000 (FAOSTAT, 2003).
For more information on food supplier contact details, please see the following link: 4.10 Belize
Supplier Contact List (see page 112)
Retail Sector
In Belize City large food suppliers are easy to find, in the rest of the country inefficient
distribution chains and high transport costs may result in scarcity of imported products.
Types of Retailers Available
Type of Retailer Rank 1-5, where 1 is the most commonly used by the population and 5 is the least
Supermarket – concentrates mainly in supplying a range of food, beverage, cleaning and sanitation products; have significant purchasing power; are often part of national/regional/global chains.
1
2
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Types of Retailers Available
Convenience Store/Mini Market – medium sized shop; offers a more limited range of products than supermarkets; usually has good/stable purchasing power; may be part of chain or cooperative.
Permanent shop with strong supply capacity – individually/family owned store; usually offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; good storage and reliable supply options.
2
Permanent shop with limited supply capacity – individually/family owned store; offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; limited storage and unstable supply options.
5
Mobile Shop/Market Stand – individually/family owned store; usually offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; may be found at outdoor markets, camps or unstable environments.
5
Wholesale - Madisco
Madisco has a 22,000 sq. ft. storage facility warehouse in Belize City, which also includes 654
sq. ft. of cooler/freezer capacity. Madisco also owns a fleet of vehicles for distribution along the
country.
Supplier Overview
Company Name Madisco
Address 1894 Clerghorn Street,
Belize City, Belize
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity?
Yes
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity? Yes
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Supplier Overview
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity? Yes
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities? Yes
Approximate Turnover in MT 300/month
Payment Methods Accepted Cash, Credit Cards,
Checks
Other Comments or Key Information
Other Locations
Region(s) Service Location(s)
Central Coastal Belize Belize City
Primary Goods / Commodities Available
Commodities by Type**(SITC Rev 4 Division Code - Title)
Comments
00 - Live animals (other than fish, crustaceans, molluscs, etc.)
Locally sourced and
imported
01 - Meat and meat preparations Imported
02 - Dairy products and birds’ eggs Locally sourced and
imported
03 - Fish (not marine mammals), crustaceans, molluscs… Locally sourced and
imported
04 - Cereals and cereal preparations Imported
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Primary Goods / Commodities Available
05 - Vegetables and fruit Locally sourced and
imported
06 - Sugars, sugar preparations and honey Locally sourced and
imported
07 - Coffee, tea, cocoa, spices and manufactures thereof Locally sourced and
imported
09 - Miscellaneous edible products and preparations Imported
41 - Animal oils and fats Imported
42/43 - Fixed vegetable fats and oils, crude, refined or fractionated
Imported
**For FUEL/PETROLEUM products please see section 3.1 Fuel.
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5 4 Belize Contact Lists
In the following subsections the contact details for Belize will be presented.
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5.1 4.1 Belize Government Contact List
Ministry Department National or Provincial/State Authority
City / Town
Street / Physical Address
Name Title
Primer
Minister
NEMO National Belmopan Nemo
Building
Shelton
Defour
National
Emergency
Coordinator
Ministry of
Trade,
Investment
and
Promotion
Private Sector
Development
and
Consumer
Protection
National Belmopan Constitution
Drive Third
Floor
Diamonds
Building
Income Tax
Department
National Belize
City
Charles
Barlett Hyde
Building
Belize
Agriculture
Health
Authority
BAHA
National Belmopan Corner of
Forest Drive,
Hummingbird
Highway
P.O. Box
169
Emir
Cruz
Managing
Director
Customs &
Excise
Department
National Belize
City
Caesar
Ridge Road,
Port Loyola
Area
Colin
Griffith
Sr.
Comptroller
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Belize Port
Authority
Ports
Commissioner
National Belize
City
120 North
Front Stree
Marlene
Martinez
Ports
Commissioner
Ministry of
Tourism
and Civil
Aviation
Department of
Civil Aviation
National Belize
City
Philip
Goldson
International
Airport
Lindsay
Garbutt
Director
Belize Airport
Authority
National Belize
City
Sir Barry
Bowen
Municipal
Airport
Nicholas
Ruiz
General
Manager
Ministry of
Works and
Transport
National Belmopan Errol
Gentle
Chief
Executive
Officer
Ministry of
Tourism
and Civil
Aviation
Border
Management
Agency
National Benque
Viejo del
Carman
Gonzalo
Rosado
Director
Belize
Electricity Ltd.
National 2 ½ Miles
Northern
Highway
Belize City
The Belize
Bank Ltd.
National 60 Market
Square
Belize City
Belize Postal
Service
National 150 North
Front
Street
Belize City
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Belize Solid
Waste
Management
Authority
National Queen
Elizabeth
II
Boulevard
Belmopan
5.2 4.2 Belize Humanitarian Agency Contact List
Organization Street / Physical Address
Name Title Email Phone Number (office)
Phone Number (mobile)
Fax Number
National
Emergency
Management
Organisation
Melhado
Parade
Shelton
Defour
National
Emergency
Coordinator
coordnem@nemo.
org.bz
+501-
822-
2054/
822-
0995
+501-
626-
7127
+501-
822-
2861
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5.3 4.3 Belize Laboratory and Quality Testing Companies Contact List
Company Street / Physical Address
Name Title Email Phone Number (office)
Phone Number (mobile)
Fax Number
Belize Bureau of Standards BBS
Third Floor
Diamonds
Building
Jose
Trejo
Director director@bbs.
gov.bz
(501)
822-
0446
(501)
822-
2571
Belize Agricultural Health Authority BAHA
Hummingbird
Hwy
Emir
Cruz
Managing
Director
or
bajasps@btl.
net
(501)
822-
0107
(501)
822-
0271
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5.4 4.4 Belize Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Name
Company Street / Physical Address
Name Title Email Phone Number (office)
Belize
and
Big
Creek
Belize
Port
Authority
120 Cor. North
Front Street
Marlene
Martinez
Port
Commissioner
[email protected] (501)
223-
0752
Belize Port of
Belize
Limited.
Caeser Ridge
Road
Kenrick
M.
Richards
Operations
Manager
kmrichards@portofbelize.
com
(501)
223-
2439
Big
Creek
Port of
Big
Creek
Big Creek
Independence,
Stann Creek
Gustavo
Carrillo
Port and
Shipping
Manager
Gustavo.
carrillo@bigcreekgroup.
com
(501)
523-
2003
523-
2236
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5.5 4.5 Belize Airport Companies Contact List
Airport Company Street / Physical Address
Name Title Email Phone Number (office)
Belize
Municipal
Belize
Airport
Authority
Sir Barry
Bowen
Airport
Nicholas
Ruiz
General
Manager
nicholasruiz@baabz.
org
(501)
223-
3784
Philip
Goldson
International
Airport
Belize
Airport
Concession
Ltd.
Philip
Goldson
International
Airport
Enrique
Hoare
Manager
of
Operations
ehoare@pgiabelize.
com
(501)
225-
2045
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5.6 4.6 Belize Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
Company Street / Physical Address
Name Title Email Phone Number (office)
Phone Number (mobile)
Fax Number
Website
ADM
Milling
Belize
Mills Ltd.
Mile 1 ½
Northern
Highway
Phillip
Milliken
CEO phillip.
milliken@adm.
com
(501)
223-
2924
(501)
610-
2091
(501)
223-
2175
www.
adm.
com
Belize
Sugar
Industries
Ltd. (BSI)
Tower
Hill
Street
Orange
Walk
Town
Belize
(501)
322-
2150
5.7 4.7 Belize Fuel Providers Contact List
Company Location(s)
Street / Physical Address
Name Title Email Phone Number (office)
Fax Number
Belize
City
Freddy
Flores
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Company Location(s)
Street / Physical Address
Name Title Email Phone Number (office)
Fax Number
Puma
Energy
Bahamas
S.A.
Caesar
Ridge
Road,
Loyola
Park
Belize
City,
Belize
PO Box
328
Commercial
Manager
/Deputy
GM
freddy.
flores@pumaenergy.
com
belize@pumaenergy.
com
(501)
-227-
7323
/7324
(501)
-227-
7726
5.8 4.8 Belize Transporter Contact List
Company Street / Physical Address
Email Phone Number (office)
Description of Services Provided
Alexi Trucking
Co. Ltd.
George Price Hwy,
Belize
N/A (501)
-824-
3005
Trucking
Services
Boxie's
Trucking Co.
Queen Victoria Avenue,
Belize
N/A (501)
-322-
2195
Trucking
Services
Jennell's
Trucking Co.
Ltd.
5 ½ George Price Hwy,
Belize
N/A (501)
-222-
4379
Trucking
Services
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Company Street / Physical Address
Email Phone Number (office)
Description of Services Provided
Lopez
Equipment
Co. Ltd.
29 Caesar Ridge Road,
Belize City, Belize
info@lopezequipment.
bz
(501)
-223-
0047
Trucking and
Equipment
Rentals
5.9 4.9 Belize Railway Companies Contact List
There is no railway network in Belize and no railway-related companies.
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5.10 4.10 Belize Supplier Contact List
Company Commodity Types
Location(s)
Street / Physical Address
Name Title Email
Belize
Chamber of
Commerce &
Industry
Belize
City
4792 Coney
Drive
Withfield
Tower
Kim
Aikman
Chief
Executive
Officer
American
Airlines
Belize
City
Philip
Goldson
International
Airport
Luis
Alpuche
Manager [email protected]
Astrum
Helicopters
Belize
City
Mile 3.5
Western
Highway
Gustavo
Giron
Manager ggiron@astrumhelicoters.
com
Tropic Air San
Pedro
San Perdo
Ambergris
Caye
Julio
Kee
Manager [email protected]
United Airlines Belize
City
4792 Coney
Drive
Maria
Moh
Manager [email protected]
Emilio Ahmad
& Sons Ltd.
Corozal
Town62 5 th
Avenue
Faride
Ahmad
Manager [email protected]
Gonzalo
Quinto & Sons
Belize
City
11 Queen
Street
Connie
Quinto
Manager [email protected]
Manager
Belize
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Grace
Kennedy
(Belize) Ltd.
Belize
City
2 1/2 Miles
Northern
Highway
Marcello
Blake
gkb@gracekennedybelize.
com
James Brodie
& Company
Ltd.
Belize
City
Albert Street Edward
Musa
Sr.
Manager grocerywholesale@brodies.
bz
Karl H.
Menzies
Company Ltd.
Belize
City
104 Barrack
Road
Kay
Menzies
Manager [email protected]
Madisco Belize
City
42 Cleghorn
Street
Parveen
Williams
Manager [email protected]
RC Imports Belize
City
5 Amara
Avenue
Rajesh
Chawla
Manager [email protected]
Recinos Import
Ltd.
San
Ignacio
57 Benque
Viejo Road
Jorge
Recinos
Manager [email protected].
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Santiago
Castillos
Group
Belize
City
San Cas
Plaza
Santiago
Castillo
Manager [email protected]
Vega’s
Distributors
Benque
Viejo del
Carmen
Pedro
Guerra Mena
Street
Carlos
Vega
Manager [email protected]
Belize
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Belize
Agroproductive
sector Group
Belmopan First Floor
Best
Building, 54
Hummingbird
Highway
Dale
Young
Manager [email protected]
Belize
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5.11 4.11 Belize Additional Services Contact List
Type of Service Company Location(s)
Street / Physical Address
Name Title Email
Forwarder Aimar Ltd. Belize
City
Hudson & Eyre
Street
Mario
Marroquin
Manager mario-marroquin@aimargroup.
com
Cargo Forwarder Belize
Logistics
Services Ltd.
Belize
City
34 Albert Street Bob
Stevens
Manager bobstevens@belizetransportation.
com
Cargo Forwarder BTALCO
Ltd.
Belize
City
1 Mapp Street [email protected]
Postal Service Belize Postal
Service
Belize
City
150 North
Front Street
secretary@belizepostalservice.
gov.bz
Printing Company Aligraphics
Limited
Belize
City
109 Freetown
Road
Printing Company Norman’s
Printing
House
Belize
City
3862 University
Boulevard
Printing Company Way Printing
Co. Ltd.
Belize
City
3317 Central
American
Boulevard
Taxi Service Ladyville
Belize
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Belize
Airport Taxi
9 Mils Philip
Goldson
Highway
Taxi Service Cinderella
Plaza taxi
Belize
City
Taxi Service Taxi Service Belmopan Market Square
Car Rentals Alamo &
National Car
Rental
Belize
City
1
Slaughterhouse
Road
Philip Goldson
International
Airport
Car Rental Budget Rent
a Car
Belize
City
2 ½ Miles
Philip Goldson
Highway
Waste Management Belize Solid
Waste
Management
Authority
Belmopan Queen
Elizabeth
Boulevard II
Waste Management Belize Waste
Control Ltd.
Belize
City
2 ½ Miles
George Price
Highway
Trading Center Farmers
Trading
Center
Spanish
Lookout
Center Road [email protected]
Belize
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Telecommunications Public
Utilities
Commission
Belize
City
41 Gabourel
Lane, Belize
City
Belize
Telecommunications Belize
Telemedia
Limited
Belize
City
Saint Thomas
Street, Belize
City
Belize
Telecommunications Smart
Telecom
Belize
Belize
City
2 ½ Miles
Philip Goldson
Highway
Belize CIty,
Belize