U.S. Department of State
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.
Full advisory →Is Belize safe? 🇧🇿
Americas · Updated
As of July 2026, Belize scores 46/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Belize Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Of the 2 Belize destinations assessed, Belmopan scores highest (46/100), while Belize City scores lowest (46/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide.
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 2Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)
Canada's official risk level for Belize: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories).
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Belize destinations by safety score
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03 · Evidence Signals
Belize safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryUS State Dept · Canada | Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution · 2 govts | 72 | US State Dept · Canada |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2022 | 28.1 / 100k | 17 | World Bank Open Data (2022) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 79/100 | 79 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 50/100 | 50 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 17.5 / 100k | 47 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
04 · Questions
Belize safety FAQ
Is Belize safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Belize Level 2 of 4 — Exercise Increased Caution. On our composite index Belize averages 46/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 28 July 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Belize?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Belmopan currently scores highest at 46/100 (Use Caution). Belize City scores lowest at 46/100.
Where does this Belize safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.