@Amy5000
American expat in Belize
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Registration: 21 July 2021
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Maybe Belize is not for me by moxie847
I have visited Belize 3 times this year. I love the people, the climate, the way of life in Belize. I am 55 years old and trying to make a plan for my next chapter. I have many business ideas that I think could work in Belize. I have experience ...
I do not put my feet on the ground when sitting at the seawall and keep repellent with me at all times. I was told that lotions and scents attract them. It takes about 2 weeks for the painful bites to heal. Any time I spend a significant amount of ... Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Belize by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Belize as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New environment ...
I would like to see more posts on this point: Third: find a way to get involved with your neighbors and community. I am not into volunteering for kids or animals. I would love to hear about any volunteer activities that does not cost me. I live ... Read More
RE-LOCATING WILL PAYING AN IMMIGRATION LAWYER MAKE IT EASIER? by Johndifuria
In Italy when immigrating paying a lawyer makes it SO MUCH smoother and easier..though more costly..but in Belize does anyone know if by paying an immigration attorney it can make is easier ( if not faster ) for instance the monthly passport stamp ...
Did you move yet? Read More
not retired yet by klind65
Greeting expats Was wondering what advice you have for this: I am not yet retirement age. I am 56. Can you tell me if I could live off of the interest of a CD or savings account? Costa Rica and Ecuador both give really good rates depending ...
$200 bz and they want to know why you are here. After 3 stamps, they wanted me to leave BZ so I left BZ for 10 days and now I am back. Read More
How you adapt to a slow pace life by Amy5000
I moved from Texas to Belize and often bored although I am engaging in online events and trying to develop local and online friends. That process is very slow. How are you all doing it? What makes it not feel like there are 36 hours in a day?
Thanks everybody. I will consider your suggestions. I will definitely pursue learning Spanish. Here, it is unbearably hot and very humid and most people remain indoors during the day. The average age here is less than 30 years old so the ... Read More
Moving Soon, Baby Steps! by bmoys
OK, we did the visits, read the books and chose the place we want to live, PG .... Baby Step 1. Where can I get a great attorney to help us with the initial move when we find a place to rent for a year and get the right residency? Buying land ...
Did you get immigration attorney help? Read More
RE-LOCATING WILL PAYING AN IMMIGRATION LAWYER MAKE IT EASIER? by Johndifuria
In Italy when immigrating paying a lawyer makes it SO MUCH smoother and easier..though more costly..but in Belize does anyone know if by paying an immigration attorney it can make is easier ( if not faster ) for instance the monthly passport stamp ...
Did you ever receive an answer? Did you utilize an immigration attorney? Read More
How you adapt to a slow pace life
I moved from Texas to Belize and often bored although I am engaging in online events and trying to develop local and online friends. That process is very slow. How are you all doing it? What makes it not feel like there are 36 hours in a day? Read More
How did you decide to be expat? by procella
Hi, i wonder that what kind of circumstances caused you have left your place and become expat? Are you happy with living in your current place as expats? Did you leave anyone as you move abroad?
Which country are you residing in now? Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Did anyone get back with you? I have been renting in Corozal since April. Yes, the only commercial airport is from Belize City which is about a 2 hour drive. There are facebook pages for finding homes. Most people drive around and see signs. ... Read More
Bang for the Buck by Fracree
Hello, Frank and Cristiana here and wanting to know where to stay for a couple of weeks to check out Belize as a future home. A decent and centralized Air B & B would be great just for a couple of weeks while looking around. We have a 2-5 year ...
I heard that San Ignacio floods a lot. Is that what you are referring to? Read More
Bang for the Buck by Fracree
Hello, Frank and Cristiana here and wanting to know where to stay for a couple of weeks to check out Belize as a future home. A decent and centralized Air B & B would be great just for a couple of weeks while looking around. We have a 2-5 year ...
I heard that San Ignacio floods a lot. Is that what you are referring to? Read More
Recommend Local guide for trip by lk2fast4u
I am planning a trip to Belize in a few months and would appreciate recommendations for local guid or expat living in country ?
You can send me a private message if you'd like and we can go from there. I am in Corozal Belize. Read More
Wanting to move soon have a few questions by chrlkomp
We are wanting to move to belieze soon and have a few questions..could any expats take time to answer a few questions for us..thank you
I agree, I highly recommend you lease a house first. We are leasing right now and I am glad to not be 'stuck' because we plan on moving. Read More
Wanting to move soon have a few questions by chrlkomp
We are wanting to move to belieze soon and have a few questions..could any expats take time to answer a few questions for us..thank you
I am in Corozal Belize and may be able to answer some of your questions. PM me and we can go from there. Read More