Nate Womack
CA DRE# 01369153
+501-633-0880
925-954-5040 (US)
nate@nateinbelize.com
CA DRE# 01369153
+501-633-0880
925-954-5040 (US)
nate@nateinbelize.com
Nate's Neighborhood Notes
February 2022
Launch of Covid-19 Website
The Ministry of Health & Wellness advises the public of the official launch of the COVID-19 vaccine website, www.myvaccine.bz. The primary purpose of the website is to serve as an online location to access COVID-19 vaccination information for Belize. You can also call 800-664-2273 for more information.
For more details, click here.
The Ministry of Health & Wellness advises the public of the official launch of the COVID-19 vaccine website, www.myvaccine.bz. The primary purpose of the website is to serve as an online location to access COVID-19 vaccination information for Belize. You can also call 800-664-2273 for more information.
For more details, click here.
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Land & Sea Borders Opening Delayed a Week
While we were on track to have the Mexican and Guatemalan borders open on February 1st, its was announced last week that that opening would be pushed back a week, until February 7, 2022.
There is a new Minister of Health and it is believed that more time is needed to put the proper procedures in place, before the opening. Procedures for those crossing the border to go shopping (<24 hours) are different from those coming into Belize from abroad and even for those from neighboring countries (testing required). There is more specific information on the notice below.
Also, I believe that you must be FULLY VACCINATED (not sure if that includes a booster) to enter into Belize from a land border!
It was announced that when the borders do open, it will only be from 6am to 10pm and not 24 hours a day so make sure you allow for extra time in your travels as some connections may be delayed as we return to border crossings.
While we were on track to have the Mexican and Guatemalan borders open on February 1st, its was announced last week that that opening would be pushed back a week, until February 7, 2022.
There is a new Minister of Health and it is believed that more time is needed to put the proper procedures in place, before the opening. Procedures for those crossing the border to go shopping (<24 hours) are different from those coming into Belize from abroad and even for those from neighboring countries (testing required). There is more specific information on the notice below.
Also, I believe that you must be FULLY VACCINATED (not sure if that includes a booster) to enter into Belize from a land border!
It was announced that when the borders do open, it will only be from 6am to 10pm and not 24 hours a day so make sure you allow for extra time in your travels as some connections may be delayed as we return to border crossings.
Update on New Developments
I have made some recent updates (including pictures) to some of the new developments on the island. Some of these developments have already SOLD OUT of their initial phases and more building is in progress. For the new updates go to New Developments in the Buyers menu.
As always, if you have specific questions regarding one of these developments, please don't hesitate to contact me with your questions. If I don't know the answer, I would be happy to ask and even follow up with pictures, if necessary.
I have made some recent updates (including pictures) to some of the new developments on the island. Some of these developments have already SOLD OUT of their initial phases and more building is in progress. For the new updates go to New Developments in the Buyers menu.
As always, if you have specific questions regarding one of these developments, please don't hesitate to contact me with your questions. If I don't know the answer, I would be happy to ask and even follow up with pictures, if necessary.
Travel Insurance Now Required For Belize
The Belize Tourism Board (BTB), the official tourism organization for Belize, has released new safe travel standards for any persons entering the country. Effective Feb. 15, 2022, all visitors are required to apply for Belize Travel Health Insurance – a mandatory insurance that helps protect travelers against incurred medical and non-medical expenses, if they test positive for COVID-19 during their stay in Belize.
The cost of the policy is $18 USD and provides coverage for up to $50,000 USD in medical expenses related to treatment of COVID-19 for a period of 21 days. This insurance plan will come online under the country’s public health regulations and provide cover for lodging expenses due to quarantine up to $2,000 USD (max $300/day USD). Travelers will also be covered for emergency assistance services such as air evacuation and emergency expenses related to pre-existing conditions. Furthermore, it covers trip cancellations and expenses incurred by COVID-19 positive travelers for extended stays.
Here are some of the entry highlights:
It is recommended that travelers purchase the Belize Travel Health Insurance prior to their travel to Belize. However, purchases can be made upon arrival at the Philip Goldson International Airport or at Belize’s land borders.
Visitors must purchase Belize Travel Health Insurance and are required to complete the Customs and Immigration form that is provided on all flights to Belize.
Exempted from this mandatory insurance are Belizean nationals, permanent residents and travelers with QRP or Long Stay status and flight crews.
All international tourists must book their stay in Belize at a Gold Standard property (approved hotel or accommodation) and present confirmation at immigration.
All travelers, both vaccinated and unvaccinated, entering Belize through the Philip Goldson International Airport from other countries, will be required to present a negative COVID-19 test.
If no test is presented, a COVID-19 test will be administered at the airport for a fee of USD $50 per passenger. Children under the age of 5 years will not be required to present a negative test.
There were some questions as to "what if someone already has travel insurance", but my understanding is that there are no exemptions outside of those persons listed above. I guess an additional $18USD for the trip is not that bad, but the policy might change (like many others) in the future.
The Belize Tourism Board (BTB), the official tourism organization for Belize, has released new safe travel standards for any persons entering the country. Effective Feb. 15, 2022, all visitors are required to apply for Belize Travel Health Insurance – a mandatory insurance that helps protect travelers against incurred medical and non-medical expenses, if they test positive for COVID-19 during their stay in Belize.
The cost of the policy is $18 USD and provides coverage for up to $50,000 USD in medical expenses related to treatment of COVID-19 for a period of 21 days. This insurance plan will come online under the country’s public health regulations and provide cover for lodging expenses due to quarantine up to $2,000 USD (max $300/day USD). Travelers will also be covered for emergency assistance services such as air evacuation and emergency expenses related to pre-existing conditions. Furthermore, it covers trip cancellations and expenses incurred by COVID-19 positive travelers for extended stays.
Here are some of the entry highlights:
It is recommended that travelers purchase the Belize Travel Health Insurance prior to their travel to Belize. However, purchases can be made upon arrival at the Philip Goldson International Airport or at Belize’s land borders.
Visitors must purchase Belize Travel Health Insurance and are required to complete the Customs and Immigration form that is provided on all flights to Belize.
Exempted from this mandatory insurance are Belizean nationals, permanent residents and travelers with QRP or Long Stay status and flight crews.
All international tourists must book their stay in Belize at a Gold Standard property (approved hotel or accommodation) and present confirmation at immigration.
All travelers, both vaccinated and unvaccinated, entering Belize through the Philip Goldson International Airport from other countries, will be required to present a negative COVID-19 test.
If no test is presented, a COVID-19 test will be administered at the airport for a fee of USD $50 per passenger. Children under the age of 5 years will not be required to present a negative test.
There were some questions as to "what if someone already has travel insurance", but my understanding is that there are no exemptions outside of those persons listed above. I guess an additional $18USD for the trip is not that bad, but the policy might change (like many others) in the future.
Tropic Announces Flights to El Salvador
Nonstop service between Belize City and San Salvador begins Friday, February 11th. A special introductory fare of US$99 each way plus taxes is now available for travel through February 28th, 2022. This fare can be purchased through our Tropic Air's website.
To book a flight directly or to check availability, click here.
Nonstop service between Belize City and San Salvador begins Friday, February 11th. A special introductory fare of US$99 each way plus taxes is now available for travel through February 28th, 2022. This fare can be purchased through our Tropic Air's website.
To book a flight directly or to check availability, click here.
