ANSWER:

Bringing a pet into the country falls under live animal importation and is regulated by the Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA).

Requirements:
Domestic pets will be allowed to enter the country provided that owners present the following:

• valid import permit
• international veterinary certificate
• valid rabies vaccination certificate
• inspection by quarantine officer
• US $12.50 entry fee + US $12.50 fax fee

Import Permits
To apply for an import permit,

1. request application form from:
   
   
   Permit Unit
   Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA)
   Belmopan Showgrounds
   Belmopan City
   Tel: 822-0197 or 822-0818
   Fax: 822-3084
   Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
   
   
2. return completed form to Permit Unit of BAHA (Note: date of arrival must be specified)

Approved permits will be faxed to applicant at a cost of US $12.50 to be paid at the point of entry on the day of arrival.

Persons who forego the application process will be subject to a US $100.00 violation fine in addition to the US $12.50 entry fee.