Last updated: 2024-06-19 05:34:12
Tourist Visa
General Visa Information:
Permanent residents and holders of multiple entry visas of the United States may obtain a visa on arrival. Holders of valid visas issued by a Schengen Member State are visa exempt for a maximum stay of 90 days.
Required Documents:
Passports:
• Original Passport:
o Must have at least 6 months validity from the date of intended travel.
o Must have at least 2 blank pages.
• Old Passport Booklets: Original old passport booklets, if any.
Photographs:
• Quantity: 2 photographs each.
• Specifications:
o White background.
o Glossy finish.
o 80% face coverage with a little shoulder visible.
o Eyes and face clearly visible.
o Dimensions: 45 x 35 mm.
Covering Letter:
• Addressed To: The Visa Officer, The Consulate General of Belize.
• Content:
o Profile of the applicants.
o Purpose of travel with travel dates.
• Format:
o On plain paper for individuals.
o On company letterhead for officials/sponsored applicants.
Bank Statements:
• Personal and Company's Bank Statements:
o Original statements for the last 6 months.
o Must include the bank’s seal and signature.
o Should show proof of funds and income.
o Preferably A4 size.
o Should be close to the date of visa application.
Income Tax Returns (ITR):
• Documents: Latest 2 years’ Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) for individuals and the company.
Itinerary and Air Tickets:
• Return Air Tickets: Including all internal flight/train tickets if any.
• Day-wise Itinerary: Detailed itinerary of the tour.
Purpose of Travel / Accommodation:
• Proof of Accommodation/Purpose:
o Booking certificate and payment receipts from the tour operator.
o Hotel vouchers.
Supporting Credentials:
For Businessmen:
• Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association / Articles of Association / Partnership Deed.
• NOC from other partners or directors in case of partnership.
For Employees:
• Leave sanction letter from the company.
• Last 6 months’ salary statements (for private firms).
• Optional: Company ID card, Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees).
For Students:
• Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days).
• Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations).
• Optional: School/College ID card.
For Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if spouse’s name is not endorsed in passports):
• Original Marriage Certificate.
• Wedding invitation card/Photographs (if the marriage certificate is not ready).
For Children traveling unaccompanied by both parents/either parent:
• Notary attested NOC on stamp paper from both/either parent if unaccompanied.
• Copies of the passports of both/either parent.
For Travelers unaccompanied by spouses/partners:
• Notary attested NOC on stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse.
• Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Government ID Proof mentioning spouse name.
Additional Supporting Documents (if available):
• FD Receipts from banks.
• Public shares/debentures certificates.
• Asset evaluation report from a CA.
Travel Insurance:
• Coverage: Valid Travel Insurance covering the days of travel with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
• Approved Companies: Must be from the Embassy approved companies.
This comprehensive checklist will help ensure that you have all the necessary documents prepared for a smooth tourist visa application process for Belize.
Disclaimers
The above list of documents is the standard requirement for the visa application. The Embassy/Consulate/High Commission/Application Centres reserve the right to request additional documents for verification.
Travelspoc does not guarantee the outcome of any visa application. Decisions on visa applications are at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/Consulate/High Commission.
Visa Application Centres and Embassy Information
Honorary Consulate of Belize in New Delhi
G-5, Ground Floor, Modi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi- 110 019
Tel: +91-11- 4250 4847 / 4250 4774 / 4250 4555
Email: belize@modigroup.com
