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Our Services

End-to-end assistance with every document required to legally operate a tourist accommodation in Belize — from company formation to your BTB license.

Most Important

BTB Accommodation License

Belize Tourism Board

The mandatory annual license from the Belize Tourism Board for all tourist accommodations in Belize — Airbnbs, hotels, resorts, condos, and villas. Without it, you cannot legally host paying guests.

Typical timeframe: 4–8 weeks

What We Handle

  • Complete BTB application form preparation and submission
  • Insurance documentation compilation
  • Company registration documents and title verification
  • BTB property inspection preparation and scheduling
  • 9% Hotel Accommodations Tax registration
  • Annual renewal management
Required

CBA Occupancy Certificate

Central Building Authority

The Central Building Authority occupancy certificate confirms your structure meets Belize's building codes and is safe for occupation. Required by BTB every 4 years.

Typical timeframe: 3–6 weeks

What We Handle

  • Coordinate with licensed engineers and architects
  • Prepare and submit CBA inspection application
  • Site visit coordination and documentation
  • Occupancy certificate collection and filing
  • 4-year renewal tracking and reminders
Required

DOE Environmental Clearance

Department of Environment

The Department of Environment clearance ensures your property meets Belize's environmental protection standards. Required for all tourism properties.

Typical timeframe: 2–4 weeks

What We Handle

  • DOE BTB Clearance Checklist submission
  • Site plan and property title preparation
  • BZ$500 application fee coordination
  • Environmental compliance review
  • Clearance certificate collection and submission to BTB
Required

Fire Department No-Objection Report

National Fire Service

The National Fire Service must inspect your property and issue a No-Objection Report confirming fire safety compliance before BTB will approve your license.

Typical timeframe: 1–3 weeks

What We Handle

  • Fire safety pre-inspection assessment
  • Fire extinguisher and alarm compliance checklist
  • Emergency exit and evacuation plan preparation
  • Fire inspection scheduling and coordination
  • No-Objection Report collection and filing
Required

MOH Public Health Inspection

Ministry of Health

The Ministry of Health certifies that your accommodation meets Belize's public health and sanitation standards — clean water, sewage disposal, cleanliness, and food safety.

Typical timeframe: 1–3 weeks

What We Handle

  • Public Health Standards compliance checklist
  • Water and sewage documentation
  • Food Establishment Certificate (if kitchen present)
  • MOH inspection scheduling and coordination
  • Health clearance certificate collection
For Foreign Investors

BCCAR Company Registration

Companies Registry of Belize

Foreign investors operating tourist accommodations in Belize typically need a registered Belizean company or business name. This is required for the BTB application and for tax compliance.

Typical timeframe: 1–2 weeks

What We Handle

  • Belize company incorporation (IBC or local company)
  • Business Name Certificate registration
  • Tax Identification Number (TIN) registration
  • Belize Tax Service compliance setup
  • Municipal trade license applications
  • Village Council letter of support (for rural locations)

Typical Approval Schedule

Most full BTB license packages complete in 8–10 weeks when all documents are ready.

Week 1–2

Company Registration & Document Audit

Week 2–4

DOE Environmental Clearance

Week 3–5

Fire Department Inspection

Week 3–5

MOH Health Inspection

Week 4–6

CBA Occupancy Certificate

Week 6–10

BTB License Application & Approval

Choose Your Package

Every property is different. Contact us for an exact quote tailored to your location and property type.

Individual

Single Document Assistance

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  • One clearance document of your choice
  • Application preparation & submission
  • Agency follow-up included
  • Document collection & delivery
  • Email & phone support
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Starter Pack

All 6 Core Documents

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  • BTB Tourism License
  • CBA Occupancy Certificate
  • DOE Environmental Clearance
  • Fire Department No-Objection Report
  • MOH Public Health Inspection
  • BCCAR Company Registration
  • Full agency coordination & follow-up
  • First renewal reminder included
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Premium

Starter Pack + Ongoing Compliance

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  • Everything in Starter Pack
  • Annual renewal management
  • 9% hotel tax compliance reminders
  • Priority scheduling with agencies
  • Dedicated point of contact
  • Quarterly compliance check-ins
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First-time clients receive an 8% discount on their package.

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Contact us today and we'll identify exactly which documents you need and how quickly we can get you licensed.

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