Belize entry requirements for Australian citizens

The UK government is introducing a new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement for non-visa travellers starting in 2025. This system, similar to the US ESTA, will require most visitors to obtain an ETA or eVisa before travelling to the UK. The ETA is a digital permit linked to the traveller's passport, costing £10, and allows multiple entries into the UK for up to six months at a time over a two-year period.

ETA rollout schedule:

• From January 8, 2025: All non-European nationals will need an ETA.
• From April 2, 2025: European citizens will also require an ETA.
• Applications: Open for non-European nationals on November 27, 2023, and for European citizens on March 5, 2025.

Who needs an ETA?

It will cover all non-European and European nationals (except British and Irish citizens).

Exemptions:

British and Irish passport holders, those with British Overseas Territories passports, existing visa holders, and individuals with permission to live, work, or study in the UK do not need to apply for an ETA.

Restrictions:

While the ETA permits stays for tourism, business, short-term studies, or visiting friends and family for up to six months, it does not allow activities like getting married, claiming benefits, residing in the country through frequent visits, or self-employed work.

• Mandatory immigration and customs declaration before arrival

  Travellers arriving in Belize via Philip Goldson International Airport (BZE) must complete an Immigration and Customs Declaration. Travellers can complete the form online. Travellers completing the form online will be provided with a QR code to display upon arrival.
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• Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Belize

  Travellers require proof of a ticket showing a return to their origin country or the next destination from Belize.
  This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travellers: -Nationals of Belize; -Foreign nationals residing in Belize.

• Recommended accommodation booking

  Travellers are recommended to have proof of booking at a Gold Standard Certified Hotel or accommodation.
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  This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travellers: -Citizens and residents of Belize.

• Travellers require a passport valid at the time of entry

  Travellers need a valid passport to enter Belize. The traveller's passport must be valid when the traveller arrives in Belize.

• Travellers under the age of 18 may require a consent letter and additional documents

  Travellers under 18 years of age must have a letter of parental/guardian consent. Children travelling with one parent/guardian require a notarized letter of authority from the other parent/guardian indicating travel consent. Please see the source for more details.
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