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There is only one type of work visa in Belize, but individuals can apply for it in two different ways, self-employment and standard employment.

The application process is the same for both cases, but the required documents that applicants need to attach are slightly different. The visa is also valid for one year and needs to be renewed.

Work visas for self-employment

Self-employed work visas are for people who want to start and run a company in the country. You must apply for this visa as part of the extension process and present your registration and trade license with your application.

Ordinary employment permits

Regular work permits are for non-Belizean citizens who wish to work in the country. In this case, applicants must submit a job offer and a letter of employment with their application. To be eligible for a permit, a person must be in a certain employment category.

• Valid passport
• Copies of biodata pages
• Three copies of passport photos
• Belize Police Report for the last six months
• Letter about work from the employer
• Letter of recommendation from the relevant ministry and local organization related to the employment category
• Relevant work certificates.

What is the validity period of a work visa?

The duration and fee for the permit depends on the profession of the applicant.

• officially hired in Belize
• are planning a consultation visit
• sales representative of foreign companies
• employee of foreign mass media
• A technician working in Belize.

Additional requirements for a work visa to Belize

Government officials must ensure that a Belizean could not be hired to replace you.

As a candidate, you should have good qualities and skills required for this position. The department often requires police reports, training certificates and endorsements from various groups to prove this.

Applicants must provide a police report and a letter of recommendation from the relevant Ministry of Labor. Individuals also need a recommendation from an organization in their employment category, which may include a national association or business group.

Once the applicant has gathered all the necessary materials, they can submit them with the completed application to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.