Belize
Capital: Belmopan
About
Belize is a country on the north-eastern coast of Central America. It is bordered by Mexico to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the east, and Guatemala to the west and south. It also shares a maritime boundary with Honduras to the southeast. Part of the Caribbean region, Belize is a member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Commonwealth Caribbean, the historical British West Indies.
When things are closed
Upcoming public holidays in Belize. On these dates, expect banks, post offices, and government services to close. Many shops and museums close or run shortened hours; transit typically still runs.
Saint George's Caye Day
September 10, 2026
Thursday
Independence Day
September 21, 2026
Monday
Pan America Day
October 12, 2026
Monday
Garifuna Settlement Day
November 19, 2026
Thursday
Christmas Day
December 25, 2026
Friday
Boxing Day
December 26, 2026
Saturday
Cities (1)
References4
These references support the changing or licensed material on this page. Personal notes and ordinary geographic facts are not footnoted individually. Entry rules can change, so verify them before booking.
- Travel practicalities. Entry, driving, electricity, water, and official application context. Related: Driving side, World Standards, CDC Yellow Book, WHO drinking-water guidance.
- Country background. Wikipedia summary may be clipped or paraphrased. Numeric baselines are cross-checked with Wikidata. Related: Wikidata, .
