Belize

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Passport
Residence Permit or Work Permit is required for non-nationals
Inventory

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
Used household goods and personal effects imported duty-free if owned and used for a minimum of one year
Belize nationals must have been out of the country for at least one year to be entitled to duty-free entry of household goods and personal effects
Items must arrive within six months of owner's arrival

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

New items (less than one year old) are dutiable and purchase invoice required
New items that are duty-free include: refrigerators, computers, stoves and most sports items

MOTOR VEHICLES

Autos are examined by Customs for valuation depending on their condition and year of manufacture
Ownership papers required
Duties applicable
Boats require Import Permit (Permit is very difficult to obtain for boats made of wood)