Belize, formerly a British colony, is a fascinating country in Central America with English as its official language. It is the only English and Spanish speaking country located to the immediate south of Mexico with which it shares a land border.

Belize shares a land border with Mexico and Guatemala with Caribbean sea to its east. Belize is a 2 hours flight from major American cities such as Miami, Houston and New Orleans. Belize is culturally diverse and the population is a various mix of Mestizo, Americans, Europeans, Chinese, Middle easterns and East Indians.

The climate is sub-tropical with an average temperature of 80F.

Government
Belize has a long history of peace, stability and democracy. Belize achieved independence in 1981. The country is a member of British Commonwealth, the United Nations and the Non Aligned-Movement. The political system is based on the British Westminister model with Queen Elizabeth II being represented by a Belizean Governor General.

Currency and Banking
The local currency is Belizean Dollar with exchange rate BZ $2.00 = US $1.00.

Language
Belize has two widely spoken languages – English and Spanish. Belize literacy rate is 90%.

In conclusion, Belize’s geographical location, convenient time zone, political and economic stability, common law legal system, education, competent and accessible professionals, English speaking work force, up-to-date modern electronic communications and tax advantages makes doing business in Belize easy, convenient, affordable and professional.