Retiring in Belize as an American
As of our last check, Belize offers a dedicated retirement route: the Qualified Retirement Program (QRP), administered by the Belize Tourism Board.
The income requirement is in the middle of the range we see for retirement visas. Requires proof of retirement income of USD 2,000 per month (USD 24,000 per year) from a source outside Belize, in an approved foreign currency (US Dollar, Pound Sterling, Euro or Canadian Dollar).
Open to applicants aged 40 or older. Applicants must be the beneficial recipient of the qualifying income. Program facilitates permanent residence for retirees.
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Qualified Retirement Program (QRP), administered by the Belize Tourism Board
Requires proof of retirement income of USD 2,000 per month (USD 24,000 per year) from a source outside Belize, in an approved foreign currency (US Dollar, Pound Sterling, Euro or Canadian Dollar).
Open to applicants aged 40 or older. Applicants must be the beneficial recipient of the qualifying income. Program facilitates permanent residence for retirees.
Before you act on this
Visa rules, income thresholds and processing practice change, sometimes with little notice. This page reflects what we could verify on the dates shown, for US citizens. Belize does not set different rules per nationality for the standard retirement route, but the income proof format and supporting documents vary. Always confirm the current requirements with the official immigration authority or a licensed immigration adviser before making plans, and treat the linked source as the authority, not us.
See how Belize scores overall
The visa is one of six axes. RetireScore 61/100, ranked 45 of 55 countries on the default weights.