COVID-19
International Airport
The Belize City International Airport officially reopened on October 1, 2020. We can’t wait to welcome travelers back to Belize and MM Management Belize. Contact for assistance with booking your Belize vacation.
Frequently Asked Questions
CAN TOURISTS AND FOREIGN NATIONALS TRAVEL TO BELIZE ?
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Tourists and foreign nationals were able to travel to Belize starting October 1, 2020. This will be only via Belize’s International Airport (BZE) by commercial flights or private flight charters.
ARE COVID-19 PCR TESTS REQUIRED TO ENTER BELIZE?
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In order to travel to Belize, every single visitor – no matter your nationality, including Belizeans – must provide a negative PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) test result within a 72-hour window (3 days) of your flight arrival in Belize to be granted entry into the country. Rapid Antigen Tests are now accepted within 48 hours of your flight landing in Belize.
ARE COVID-19 PCR TESTS REQUIRED TO RE-ENTER THE US?
As of January 26, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control requires proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours before boarding an international flight entering the United States. The test is required of all citizens and visitors who enter the US.
4 – STEP SYSTEM TO PLAN YOUR TRIP
for the 4 step system when planning your trip to Belize.
WHAT IS AND ITS ROLE IN VISITORS COMING TO BELIZE ?
Starting on October 1, 2020 all guests coming to Belize will have to register for The Belize Health App before entering the country. The App will be free and will allow for Belize’s Ministry of Health to check-in with guests throughout their stay. In the event a new case arises while a visitor is on holiday, contact tracing will be much easier and notification of other parties who may have been within your vicinity will be quick and efficient enabling us to #stopcovid as best as possible.
DO I NEED TO WEAR A FASK MASK IN BELIZE ?
Face masks are required in all public places and should be worn during the entire flight landing, deplaning, throughout the arrival process, and in the airport.
ARE THERE RESTRICTIONS ON MOVEMENT FOR TOURISTS ?
Tourists visiting Belize can move about freely, however, it is recommended that they remain within the Tourism Safe Corridor. The Safe Corridor includes Gold Standard certified accommodations, tour operators, tourism transportation providers, restaurants, tourism sites and attractions, and gift shops. These Gold Standard and certified entities have all been trained and have implemented enhanced health and safety measures.
A curfew is currently in effect from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am daily. Persons are not permitted to be in any public space during this time and risk a fine if found in contravention of the regulation. Minors not in the company of their parents have a curfew of 6:00 pm to 5:00 am.
IS PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION OPEN IN BELIZE ?
Only approved transportation providers are permitted and at this time include the two domestic airlines, Maya Island Air and Tropic Air.
ARE FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTS OPEN IN BELIZE?
Yes! Numerous restaurants & beach bars are open. However, it is recommended to call the establishment ahead of time for reservations or contact our office for assistance.
GUEST PROTOCOL
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Temperature checks will be administered throughout the guest’s stay.
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We will encourage cashless transactions throughout the stay.
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All guests will be required to wear a face mask when they are out of their accommodation unit.
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In the event a guest presents symptoms or tests positive for the virus, employees have been trained to activate protocols to help contain the infection. Employees will respond by facilitating medical attention and ensuring sanitation of areas that might have been exposed.
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We recommend guests always call each establishment, they wish to visit or use their service, in order to make a reservation or check availability and establishment regulations.
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Guests must make sure to provide the following information to the Reservation Agency Office 7 days or more prior to arrival to ensure the check-in process is as quick as expected:​ ​​
Name as on Passport
Passport number
DOB for ages 17 and younger
Address
Contact #
Number of guests in a party
email address.
7.Declaration that traveler has not had any symptoms related to COVID-19 in the last 14 days