Market overview
Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit.
Nationwide: BTB registration and licence before advertising, and 9% hotel tax on guest stays.
Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).
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Source: belizetourismboard.org (official), checked 17 Oct 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.
Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. Nationwide: BTB registration and licence before advertising, and 9% hotel tax on guest stays.
Yes, a licence or registration is required.
9% in total on stays, on our records.
We last checked the short-term rental rules for Belize (nationwide) on 17 Oct 2026.
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