Belize Customs & Excise
The Belize Customs and Excise Department plays a crucial role in fostering economic growth by creating and enforcing policies that enhance safety and security in international trade. By prioritizing effective trade facilitation and efficient revenue collection, the department aims to support legitimate trade activities, which are vital for the country’s economic prosperity. Through streamlined procedures and a commitment to security, the department helps ensure that trade can flourish while protecting national interests.
The Belize Customs and Excise Department is guided by a set of core values that reflect its commitment to excellence in service and its role in fostering economic development. These values include:
- Responsiveness: Accurate, Timely provision of Quality Service.
- Integrity: Continually demonstrate high moral and ethical behaviour while upholding the rule of law (truthful, mutual respect, fair, honest, open, trust, professional performance).
- Transparency: Openness and sharing of all relevant information to external and internal stakeholders.
- Efficiency: Timely, cost effective use of resources to maximize results in the delivery of service and information.
- Inclusiveness: Embrace diversity, value differences, and develop services, which enact these principles.
By adhering to these values, the Belize Customs and Excise Department aims to ensure safety and security while facilitating legitimate trade and contributing to the economic growth of Belize.
Contact Information
Opening Hours
Mon – Thurs: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
