Belize City

Belize
Conditional
Last updated: 2026-10-10  ·  Last verified: 2026-10-25  ·  Region: International
CONDITIONALStays under 30 days

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit. Every vacation rental in Belize City must hold a Belize Tourism Board licence under Cap. 285 before it is advertised on Airbnb or anywhere else.

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Tax on stays
9%
total, on our records
Licence
Required
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Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Belize City?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. Every vacation rental in Belize City must hold a Belize Tourism Board licence under Cap. 285 before it is advertised on Airbnb or anywhere else.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Belize City?

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Belize City?

9% in total on stays, on our records.

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