Practical information Belize

Financial

The official currency in Belize is the Belize dollar (BZ$).

Health and vaccinations

Be extra cautious in Belize with whatever you eat and drink (especially tap water and food that's raw or was prepared on the street), swimming water and your personal hygiene In Belize an increased risk exists to catch diphtheria, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, polio, tetanus and typhoid fever. If possible, vaccination is recommended. Under certain conditions a vaccination for yellow fever may be required. Consult your doctor for more specific information and a personal advice.