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Rank #69
Belize

Belize

LocationCentral America • UTC-6 • America/Belize
Monthly Cost
$1,210
-45% vs USA
Internet
85 Mbps
Fixed Broadband Avg

Qualified Retired Persons (QRP) Program

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Designed for retirees who wish to live in Belize, offering benefits like tax exemptions on foreign income.

Min. Income

$2,000/month

Per Applicant

Min. Income

Processing

2–3 Months

Average Time

Processing

Validity

1 Year

Renewable Annually

Validity

Citizenship

5 Years

Years to Apply

Citizenship
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Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMinimum age of 45
  • CheckmarkProof of monthly income of $2,000
  • CheckmarkClean criminal record

Required Documents

  • CheckmarkPassport
  • CheckmarkProof of income
  • CheckmarkPolice record
  • CheckmarkMedical certificate
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Residency Rules

Taxation

Residents under the QRP program are exempt from taxes on foreign income. Only Belize-sourced income is taxed.

Physical Presence

Must spend at least 30 consecutive days in Belize each year to maintain QRP status.

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Advantages

  • Tax exemptions on foreign income
  • No capital gains tax
  • English-speaking environment
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Disadvantages

  • Must reside in Belize for at least 30 days per year
  • Limited access to advanced healthcare

Compare with

PanamaPensionado Visa
Costa RicaPensionado Program
MexicoTemporary Resident Visa