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Frequently Asked Questions
About Belize

Money and Exchange Rates

Q: What currency does Belize use?

A: Local currency is the Belize Dollar. One U.S. dollar is worth two Belize dollars. The Belize dollar is fixed to the U.S. dollar so this rate of exchange does not fluctuate.

 The U.S. dollar is accepted everywhere is Belize and should be exchanged directly in purchasing goods and services, as banks will charge a fee to exchange U.S. to Belize dollars.
Do not carry large amounts of cash.

Q: What credit cards are accepted in Belize?

A: Nearly all hotels, restaurants and shops in the major towns and tourist areas take all major credit cards. Street vendors , smaller establishments in remote areas or those hotels in the jungle environment may accept only cash or travelers checks. Representatives of VISA, MasterCard and American Express can be contacted at the four commercial banks in Belize City.

Q: What banks can be found in Belize?

A: Atlantic Bank Ltd., Bank of Nova Scotia, Barclays Bank, and the Belize Bank are the main banks in Belize, primarily located in Belize City but some can be found in other areas throughout Belize. Banks are generally open Monday-Friday 8 AM-1 PM and Saturdays, 8 AM-11 AM. American Express also has a representative at Belize Global Travel Services, Inc., at 27-7257 (in country phone number).

ATM machines are located at most branches of the Belize Bank or First Caribbean Bank throughout Belize.

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Belize, its location, climate and culture.