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@karenjoe

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American looking for information about Belize

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Lives in Stann Creek

Registration: 26 May 2014

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karenjoe replied to a thread
last year
dwisdom

Introduction and looking for information regarding RN jobs in Belize by dwisdom

Hello everyone, I am very excited to be on expat. I currently live near Atlanta, Georgia. I am an RN with a major hospital system in Atlanta. I have joined expat.com to research an exit strategy for leaving the US. I am looking for information ...

karenjoe

Not likely. Very strict work regulations and little opportunity. Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
last year
Mangos & Mangroves

Shipping vehicle to Belize by Mangos & Mangroves

I’m trying to find the cheapest (reliable) method of shipping a vehicle from the USA to Belize City. So many companies online. I will most likely be shipping out of Texas or possibly Florida. Does anyone have any experience with ...

karenjoe

@marciarandle I believe it was 12.5% Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
last year
Aerodex

"Official" Belize Government Websites by Aerodex

I had not looked at some of the official websites in a while, so was pleased to see some have been updated with more information and less conflicting statements. However I was surprised to see advertisements sprinkled around and several dead links. ...

karenjoe

@Aerodex very useful, thanks Read More

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last year
Gidget55

is IRIS the best way to pay property taxes for Warree Bight land? by Gidget55

is IRIS the best way to pay property taxes for Warree Bight land

karenjoe

I normally pay about 5 years forward so I don't have to keep going. I am not due now until 2029. Read More

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last year
Gidget55

is IRIS the best way to pay property taxes for Warree Bight land? by Gidget55

is IRIS the best way to pay property taxes for Warree Bight land

karenjoe

I just went in person to pay my property taxes last week in Belmopan at Lands. Pretty simple and easy. Took about 30 minutes.I was scammed out of ~$800 trying to pay my taxes online last year, but not certain what the site was, so I can't comment on ... Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
last year
GuestPoster597

Land Surveyor by GuestPoster597

Anyone have experience using a land surveyor in Belize and can provide a recommendation? If so it would be greatly appreciated. The property is located in southern Toledo district. Thanks.

karenjoe

FYI, be certain that any property that adjoins your property, has the same road reserves, easements, etc. indicated on the respective survey maps. Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
last year
GuestPoster597

Land Surveyor by GuestPoster597

Anyone have experience using a land surveyor in Belize and can provide a recommendation? If so it would be greatly appreciated. The property is located in southern Toledo district. Thanks.

karenjoe

I will have to look, but somewhere around $1500 (US). Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
last year
Mangos & Mangroves

Shipping vehicle to Belize by Mangos & Mangroves

I’m trying to find the cheapest (reliable) method of shipping a vehicle from the USA to Belize City. So many companies online. I will most likely be shipping out of Texas or possibly Florida. Does anyone have any experience with ...

karenjoe

There is no duty on tractors, farm equipment. Just taxes. Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
last year
Mangos & Mangroves

Shipping vehicle to Belize by Mangos & Mangroves

I’m trying to find the cheapest (reliable) method of shipping a vehicle from the USA to Belize City. So many companies online. I will most likely be shipping out of Texas or possibly Florida. Does anyone have any experience with ...

karenjoe

@Mangos & Mangroves I just shipped a tractor with Hyde shipping via shipyourcarnow.com. Not outrageously expensive to ship. Problem for a car/vehicle is paying the import duty and the tax. Probably better off to buy in-country. No duty on ... Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
2 years ago
jvr1330

Coastal Road Paving Progress by jvr1330

It would be great if someone currently living down in Belize can use this thread to periodically update us on road paving projects. When down last November - the Hopkins Rd paving was well underway - albeit very slowly. We just had our land ...

karenjoe

Awesome. I went past the portion on the Western hwy last week and it was looking good. Haven't driven it yet. Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
2 years ago
Mangos & Mangroves

Shipping vehicle to Belize by Mangos & Mangroves

I’m trying to find the cheapest (reliable) method of shipping a vehicle from the USA to Belize City. So many companies online. I will most likely be shipping out of Texas or possibly Florida. Does anyone have any experience with ...

karenjoe

Wow, Will the Old, you disappeared from the forum, and from moderating the forum, and re-named yourself. Glad to know you are still around. Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
2 years ago
erulehtojeremy

Criminal Record Certificate by erulehtojeremy

Belize wants a clear criminal record certificate from the last country/place of last (registered) permanent residency! = But, for how long (the time frame - like for example in Costa Rica the authorities want it for a time dating back to 3 years, so ...

karenjoe

@erulehtojeremy  We just went to out county sheriff's office and got a letter saying we had no criminal record on file. I guess just for as long as you have lived there.  Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
3 years ago
razorblade

Qualified Retirement Program by razorblade

My wife and would like to soon apply for the QRP. We are now in Washington, DC area. From what I have found out so far is the process can not be completed through the Embassy. Can anyone who has successfully completed the process share their ...

karenjoe

Again, you are replying to an old thread - 10 yr old actually. Don't know if they are still on this platform/board. You might go to the government of Belize website for current, up-to-date information. There have been recent changes to the QRP ... Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
3 years ago
kjoannaprichard

Help the retired folk by kjoannaprichard

HI Everyone, I am a caregiver and wondered about moving there to help the retired folk. I lived on the big island of Hawaii for a year, so it may be a bit similar. Still I would have to get a work visa and it may be a stretch for me. What do you ...

karenjoe

The thread you are replying to has not been active in over 7 years. You might post a new request/comment for any current concern. You can also use the magnifying glass to look for answers or suggestions. Good luck! Read More

karenjoe replied to a thread
3 years ago
Doc83

Safety in teakettle village by Doc83

Thinking about moving to Belize. Near teakettle village. How is the safety in teakettle village, Spanish lookout, and Belmopan?

karenjoe

Magnet hill is at mile 29 on Hummingbird. I don't think they re-routed around this with the recent "road improvements" on Hummingbird, but I don't remember, as I wasn't really paying attention to that. Read More