I don’t want to be a dream crusher but here is the truth: GETTING EMPLOYMENT IN BELIZE IS NOT EASY. And especially employment that is going to pay all of your bills. There are many reasons it’s going to be tough: Belizean jobs are for Belizeans and Belizean residents first and foremost.

How is the job market in Belize?

Currently, unemployment in Belize is about 6%, but many economic models predict that this will rise to 12% by 2020. A popular industry for many international workers in Belize is the education sector.

What is the average pay in Belize?

The average salary in Belize is around 800 USD per month. It is important to stress that salaries in Belize vary greatly depending on the profession.

What is the standard of living in Belize?

Punta Gorda: $1,500-plus per month. San Ignacio: $1,600-plus per month. Corozal: $1,950-plus per month. Caye Caulker: $2,200-plus per month….Here’s a sample monthly budget for two people living and renting on Ambergris Caye:

What is the highest paying job in Belize?

1. Surgeons / Doctors. Salary Range: from 7,440 BZD to 22,500 BZD.
2. Judges. Salary Range: from 6,250 BZD to 18,900 BZD.
3. Lawyers. Salary Range: from 5,060 BZD to 15,300 BZD.
4. Bank Managers. Salary Range: from 4,760 BZD to 14,400 BZD.
5. Chief Executive Officers.
6. Chief Financial Officers.
7. Orthodontists.
8. College Professors.

How much does a teacher make in Belize?

A person working in Teaching / Education in Belize typically earns around 4,160 BZD per month. Salaries range from 1,990 BZD (lowest average) to 7,580 BZD (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher). This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits.

What do I need to move to Belize?

To move to Belize, you need to fill some migration forms and then provide official documents such as passport copies, police records, marriage certificates, birth certificates, and proof of income (at least $2,000 per month or more).

Is it cheaper to live in Belize or Costa Rica?

According to a survey of costs of living in key overseas retirement markets by “International Living,” at the time of publication Costa Rica is the least expensive of these three countries, clocking in at $1,079 per month, followed by Belize at $1,415 to $1,765 per month and Panama at $2,100 per month.

What kind of jobs can you find in Belize?

One of the most gratifying jobs in Belize is in the environmental field. Up and down the 240 miles of pristine coast, Belize has dozens of cayes and even a barrier reef, the longest in the Western hemisphere. You can definitely expect to find hundreds of species of fish.

What’s the best thing to do in Belize?

Working in Belize can make your job that much better, with an eclectic cultural melting pot for a community, tropical weather, and gorgeous shores speckled with cayes and wildlife. Did you know the official language of Belize is English?

How many people live and work in Belize?

With only about 330,000 residents in Belize it’s not hard to believe that 90% of businesses here are small or microbusinesses, making it a good place for an overseas venture. Expats are running all types of businesses here and making a living.

When is the best time to start a business in Belize?

Savvy expats who depend on tourism usually open their new business late in the year, before the high season. Although in the past tourism businesses where the primary focus of most expats, the Belizean government offers more incentives for other types of businesses, such as light manufacturing and specialty agriculture.