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Currency
Belize Dollar (BZD; symbol BZ$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of BZ$100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of BZ$1 and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 cents.
The Belize Dollar is tied to the US Dollar at US$1 = BZ$2.
The Belize Dollar is tied to the US Dollar at US$1 = BZ$2.
Currency Exchange
Currency can be exchanged at most banks, hotels and travel agencies. Most businesses accept US Dollars. ATMs in Belize do not always accept foreign cards; Belize Bank ATMs usually do, but ATMs should not be relied upon as the only source of cash.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs
American Express, MasterCard and Visa are accepted. Most establishments will add a 5% service charge to the bills of customers using credit cards.
Traveller's Cheques
These can be exchanged; commission will usually be charged.
Currency Restrictions
Restrictions apply.
Banking Hours
Mon-Thurs 0800-1300, Fri 0800-1630. Times may vary according to destination.
Exchange Rate Indicators
| Date | Jul 08 |
| £1.00= | BZ$3.89 |
| $1.00= | BZ$1.95 |
| €1.00= | BZ$3.09 |
