Currency Belize Dollar (BZD; symbol Bz$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of Bz$100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 2. Coins are in denominations of Bz$1, and 100, 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 cents.
Note The Belize Dollar is tied to the US Dollar at US$1 = Bz$2.
Currency exchange Currency can be exchanged at most banks, hotels and travel agencies. Some businesses will even accept dollars. ATMs in Belize generally do not accept foreign cards.
Credit & debit cards American Express, MasterCard (limited) and Visa are accepted. Most establishments will add a 5 per cent service charge to the bills of customers using credit cards.
Traveller's cheques These can be exchanged; commission will usually be charged.
Currency restrictions The import and export of local currency is limited to Bz$100. The import of foreign currency is unlimited, provided declared on arrival. The export of foreign currency is limited to the equivalent of Bz$400 for residents, and up to the amount imported and declared for non-residents. Visitors are advised to carry a minimum of Bz$75 for each day they intend to stay.
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