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- | The [[ | + | {{infobox country |
+ | | lat= 17.066667 | ||
+ | | lon= -88.7 | ||
+ | | zoom= 7 | ||
+ | | image= Belizemap.png | ||
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+ | | flag= Belizeflag.png | ||
+ | | capital= Belmopan | ||
+ | | language= English, Creole, Spanish | ||
+ | | currency= Belize Dollar (BZD) | ||
+ | | timezone= CST (UTC−6) | ||
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+ | | code= +501 | ||
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+ | | altname= Belize | ||
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+ | The [[Caribbean]] coast is lined with a coral reef and some 450 islets and islands known locally as cayes (pronounced "keys"), forming the approximately 200 mile (322 km) long Belize Barrier Reef, the longest in the Western Hemisphere and the second longest in the world after the Great Barrier Reef. Three of the four coral atolls in the Western Hemisphere are also located off the coast of Belize. Belize is also the only Central American country without a coast on the Pacific Ocean. | ||
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- | == | + | {{Green|Give weather conditions.}} |
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- | + | {{Green|List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.}} | |
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- | + | * [[Belize Barrier Reef]] - It consists of over 450 offshore Cays (islands) | |
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+ | ==Communication== | ||
+ | {{Green|Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}} | ||
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- | + | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | |
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- | + | ==Navigation== | |
+ | {{Green|Add any navigation notes such approaches, dangers etc here. If this section does not apply remove it.}} | ||
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All yachts must clear in within 24 hours of arrival in Belize waters and must visit Immigration, Customs and Quarantine. After clearance to depart, yachts must leave Belize waters within 24 hours. | All yachts must clear in within 24 hours of arrival in Belize waters and must visit Immigration, Customs and Quarantine. After clearance to depart, yachts must leave Belize waters within 24 hours. | ||
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- | + | ==Customs and Immigration== | |
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Private yachts are allowed to stay in Belize for up to 6 months. | Private yachts are allowed to stay in Belize for up to 6 months. | ||
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Importation of fruit and vegetables is prohibited - all fresh produce is confiscated on arrival. The officials will request a list of ship's stores (incl. fresh produce) on arrival. | Importation of fruit and vegetables is prohibited - all fresh produce is confiscated on arrival. The officials will request a list of ship's stores (incl. fresh produce) on arrival. | ||
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+ | Visas are not required for most nationalities, including citizens of the United States, the United Kingdom and British Commonwealth countries, as well as most members of the E. U. Visitors from other countries need to check with their local Belize consulate or contact the Immigration Department, New Administration Building, Belmopan, Ph: 08-22611, Fax: 08-22662. Visitors are allowed a stay of up to 30 days. An extension may be applied for (for a small fee) from the Immigration Office, Government Administration Building, Mahogany Street, Belize City, Ph: 02-24620, Fax: 24056. | ||
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* Visa = | * Visa = | ||
* Visa extension = | * Visa extension = | ||
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Prophylaxis for Malaria is highly recommended. Typhoid, Hepatitis A and Polio vaccinations are recommended. Belize has a very high Aids infection rate. | Prophylaxis for Malaria is highly recommended. Typhoid, Hepatitis A and Polio vaccinations are recommended. Belize has a very high Aids infection rate. | ||
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+ | * {{dest|Punta Gorda, Belize |label= Punta Gorda |e|h|d}} | ||
+ | * {{dest|San Pedro Ambergris Cay |label= San Pedro (Ambergris Cay) |e|h|i|d}} | ||
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- | == | + | ==Friends== |
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family". | Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family". | ||
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- | + | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') | |
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* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/belize.html Belize Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum] | * [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/belize.html Belize Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum] | ||
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+ | {{GreenText|Books, Guides, etc. Use the Reference template or not at your discretion. For example:}} | ||
+ | : {{GreenText|<code>{{Reference|Rod Heikel|Greek Waters Pilot|Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire|9780852889718}}</code>, expands to}} | ||
+ | : {{GreenText|Rod Heikell, <cite>Greek Waters Pilot Imray</cite>, Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718}} | ||
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[[Category:Countries]] | [[Category:Countries]] |
Latest revision as of 11:42, 15 August 2018
Belize
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Capital | Belmopan |
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Language | English, Creole, Spanish |
Currency | Belize Dollar (BZD) |
Time zone | CST (UTC−6) |
Calling code | +501 |
The Caribbean coast is lined with a coral reef and some 450 islets and islands known locally as cayes (pronounced "keys"), forming the approximately 200 mile (322 km) long Belize Barrier Reef, the longest in the Western Hemisphere and the second longest in the world after the Great Barrier Reef. Three of the four coral atolls in the Western Hemisphere are also located off the coast of Belize. Belize is also the only Central American country without a coast on the Pacific Ocean.
Charts
- Source
- Chart Number - Chart Name
- Chart Number - Chart Name
- Source
- Chart Number - Chart Name
Weather
Give weather conditions.
Sources for Weather forecasts:
Passages
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Islands
- Belize Barrier Reef - It consists of over 450 offshore Cays (islands)
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Add any navigation notes such approaches, dangers etc here. If this section does not apply remove it.
Entrance
Arrival
All yachts must clear in within 24 hours of arrival in Belize waters and must visit Immigration, Customs and Quarantine. After clearance to depart, yachts must leave Belize waters within 24 hours.
Departure
Details?
Customs and Immigration
Customs
Private yachts are allowed to stay in Belize for up to 6 months.
Firearms and all ammunition MUST be declared on arrival and these are held in custody by Customs until your departure.
PETS: Animals must be accompanied by a certificate of freedom from infection/contagious disease by a veterinarian following examination not more than 48 hours prior to shipment; animals must also be certified as having been vaccinated against rabies not less than one month nor more than six months prior to departure. Dogs must have valid vaccination certificates against Distemper, Canine Hepatitis, Parvovirus, and Leptospirosis. Further information: Embassy of Belize Website, Email.
Importation of fruit and vegetables is prohibited - all fresh produce is confiscated on arrival. The officials will request a list of ship's stores (incl. fresh produce) on arrival.
Immigration
Visas are not required for most nationalities, including citizens of the United States, the United Kingdom and British Commonwealth countries, as well as most members of the E. U. Visitors from other countries need to check with their local Belize consulate or contact the Immigration Department, New Administration Building, Belmopan, Ph: 08-22611, Fax: 08-22662. Visitors are allowed a stay of up to 30 days. An extension may be applied for (for a small fee) from the Immigration Office, Government Administration Building, Mahogany Street, Belize City, Ph: 02-24620, Fax: 24056.
Fees and Charges
- Visa =
- Visa extension =
- Cruising permit =
- Marine Park Fee =
- Exit Fee =
Restrictions
Health and Security
Health
Prophylaxis for Malaria is highly recommended. Typhoid, Hepatitis A and Polio vaccinations are recommended. Belize has a very high Aids infection rate.
Security
Details?
Berthing
Friends
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
References
Books, Guides, etc. Use the Reference template or not at your discretion. For example:
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Rod Heikel, Greek Waters Pilot, Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718
, expands to - Rod Heikell, Greek Waters Pilot Imray, Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718
- Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number
- Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number
You may want to remove the above entries and use instead a link to the Country or Region that lists the relevant references. If so enter, after removing xx, the following:
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