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Incoming cruisers in their own boats should have updated and detailed charts and GPS equipment that clearly show the water depth and underwater formations.

All boats coming to Belize must check in with the Belize Port Authority for guidance to the nearest port of entry where they are then required to be cleared through Immigration, Customs and, Health authorities upon arrival.

Belize Port Authority

Immigration, Customs and, Heath Authorities
Immigration offices are located throughout the country, allowing for flexibility in planning one's port-of-entry. The following locations serve as ports-of-entry for boats coming to Belize:

• Belize City
• San Pedro
• Dangriga
• Big Creek
• Punta Gorda.

To process entry into Belize visitors must have clearance from the country that they are coming from, a valid passport, and visitors coming from certain countries will need a visa. To learn more about the policies of customs and immigration in Belize proceed to: www.customs.gov.bz/traveller.html

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