Sending a parcel to Belize
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Belize. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Belize arrives in 10–18 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx Express 3–6 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 96 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex.
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Sending a parcel to Belize
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Summary
A parcel to Belize arrives in 10–18 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx Express 3–6 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 96 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex.
- Region
- latin america
- EU
- No
- Currency
- BZD
- Standard delivery
- 10–18 days
- Express delivery
- DHL/FedEx Express 3–6 days
- Customs duty from
- 96 €
- VAT
- from 0 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Belize
| Carrier | Business days from carrier pickup. Does not include weekends or public holidays. | Indicative price for a 10 kg parcel. Calculated from average market rates — varies by season, volume and fuel surcharges. | Key strengths | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DHL Express Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–2 days | 160 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
| FedEx Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 147 € | Strong USA and Asia network · Fast intercontinental delivery (2–4 days) | Detailsarrow_forward |
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Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Belize
Values are averages of the cheapest standard and fastest express service. Actual price depends on the carrier.
Prices by weight
Indicative prices and delivery time
| Weight | Standard shipping — balanced choice. Parcel typically arrives in 2–5 business days. Includes tracking. | Express shipping — priority handling and delivery in 1–2 business days. Surcharge is typically 50–150 % over standard. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | 22 € | 56 € |
| 5 kg | 38 € | 92 € |
| 10 kg | 64 € | 155 € |
Prices are indicative, the actual amount depends on the carrier, exchange rate and seasonal surcharges. See the carrier comparison table below for exact numbers.
Customs
Belize is a CARICOM member with a Common External Tariff (CET, 0–45%). Parcels up to ~200 BZD (~96 €) are exempt from duty. GST (VAT) 12.5% applies above this threshold. The Belize Customs Department manages clearance in Belize City. Belize is the only English-speaking country in Central America — documents in English. DHL and FedEx cover Belize City.
Required documents
- CN22 is a simplified customs declaration for parcels up to 2 kg and €270 in value. Completed at the post office or generated by the carrier. Without CN22, the parcel may be held at customs.
- Invoice in English
- Detailed description and value in BZD or USD
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Belize.
- Drugs and psychotropic substances
- Weapons without permit
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- Endangered species (CITES) — Belize is a biodiversity hotspot
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Data accuracy
Indicative information — verify at source
Shipping prices, delivery times and customs limits change over time and may differ by carrier, volume and season. Values on this page are indicative — they help you decide which carrier to pick, not to calculate a binding price. Before shipping, always verify current rates and conditions with the chosen carrier and the customs authority of Belize.
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What is the customs threshold for parcels to Belize?
Parcels up to ~200 BZD (~96 €) are exempt from duty. GST 12.5% applies above this threshold. Belize is English-speaking — documents in English. DHL and FedEx are available.
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About the author
Martin Dvorak
Editor & international shipping specialist
workspace_premium 10 years in logistics
Ten years in e-commerce logistics — first as operations manager at a store importing from the US, the last five as an independent consultant for smaller retailers. For parcel-guide.eu I write about carriers, customs and practical guides I wish I had years ago when I shipped my first parcel to Canada.
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