The immigration system in Belize is governed by the Belize Immigration Act and managed by the Department of Immigration and Nationality Services under the Ministry of…
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Introduction
The Caribbean is a subregion in the middle of the Americas centered around the Caribbean Sea in the North Atlantic Ocean, mostly overlapping with the West Indies. Bordered by North America to the north, Central America to the west, and South America to the south, it comprises numerous islands, cays, islets, reefs, and banks. It includes the Lucayan Archipelago, Greater Antilles, and Lesser Antilles of the West Indies; the Quintana Roo islands and Belizean islands of the Yucatán Peninsula; and the Bay Islands, Miskito Cays, Archipelago of San Andrés, Providencia, and Santa Catalina, and Corn Islands of Central America.
It also includes the coastal areas on the continental mainland of the Americas bordering the region from the Yucatán Peninsula in North America through Central America to the Guianas in South America.
In Belize, citizens are expected to follow a set of rules, rights, and responsibilities established by the Constitution of Belize and national laws. These rules apply…
Belize is known for its vibrant and colorful carnivals, which are a lively fusion of Caribbean, African, Latin, and indigenous Maya influences. These carnivals typically feature…
In Belize, several types of marriages are recognized under the law and cultural practices. These include: 1. Civil Marriage 2. Religious Marriage 3. Common-Law Union (De…
GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION OF BELIZE Belize is a Central American country situated on the eastern coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, bordered by both land and sea. 1.…
OCEANS & SEA AREAS AROUND BELIZE Belize is bordered by one major oceanic body: 1. Caribbean Sea 2. Belize Barrier Reef System Although not an “ocean,”…
MILITARY IN BELIZE Belize has a small but structured military force known as the Belize Defence Force (BDF). The military is primarily responsible for territorial defense,…
FISH SPECIES IN BELIZE Belize is rich in marine and freshwater fish, thanks to its Caribbean coastline, mangroves, rivers, and the Belize Barrier Reef—the second-largest coral…
FOREIGN COMPANIES IN BELIZE Belize hosts several foreign-owned companies and international franchises, especially in industries like tourism, banking, agriculture, energy, and real estate. The country’s investment-friendly…
SPORTS IN BELIZE Sports play a vital role in the culture and lifestyle of Belizeans. The country participates in both local and international competitions, with strong…