The Independent Means Visa in Belize offers residency to qualified individuals who can demonstrate a stable passive income from foreign sources.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
The Independent Means Visa program in Belize provides a pathway to residency for individuals with stable foreign-sourced passive income. This program is designed to attract retirees, digital nomads, and other individuals looking to establish residency in a tropical paradise with a low cost of living and favorable tax regime.
Visión general
A pathway to residency for qualified individuals with passive income in Belize
Requisitos
Individuals aged 45 or older with passive income from a foreign source
Restricciones de anclaje
Meses para la ciudadanía
Duración del visado
Annual renewal required
Meses para el visado
3-4 months
Requisito de presencia física
30 consecutive days per year
Disponibilidad
Alta
Subsidio familiar
Cónyuge e hijos
Visión general
Submit application to the Belize Tourism Board
¿Preguntas?
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¿Cuánto se tarda en tramitar una solicitud de visado de medios independientes?
The processing time is typically 3-4 months from the point of submission.
¿Puedo incluir a los miembros de mi familia en mi solicitud de visado de medios independientes?
Yes, you can include your spouse and dependent children under 18 in your application.
¿Qué tipos de ingresos se consideran ingresos pasivos?
Passive income can include pensions, annuities, Social Security benefits, investment accounts, and other forms of regular income not derived from employment in Belize.
¿Con qué frecuencia debo renovar mi permiso de residencia?
The residency permit must be renewed annually, typically by December 31st of each year.
Can Independent Means Visa holders apply for Belizean citizenship?
Yes, visa holders can apply for Belizean citizenship after 5 years of permanent residency, subject to meeting other requirements.
benefits
The program offers numerous advantages for individuals looking to establish their presence in Belize's vibrant and welcoming environment.
English-speaking Caribbean country
Beautiful natural environment
Coste de la vida relativamente bajo
Fast Processing Time
No minimum investment required
Average monthly income requirement
Países sin visado
88
Passport Validity
10 years, 5 years for children
Visión general
Belize offers a high quality of life, attractive tax regime, and welcoming environment for foreign residents.Benefits:
Ventajas:
¿Preguntas?
Find answers to common questions about GlobalPassport™ and our services.
¿Cuánto se tarda en tramitar una solicitud de visado de medios independientes?
The processing time is typically 3-4 months from the point of submission.
¿Puedo incluir a los miembros de mi familia en mi solicitud de visado de medios independientes?
Yes, you can include your spouse and dependent children under 18 in your application.
¿Qué tipos de ingresos se consideran ingresos pasivos?
Passive income can include pensions, annuities, Social Security benefits, investment accounts, and other forms of regular income not derived from employment in Belize.
¿Con qué frecuencia debo renovar mi permiso de residencia?
The residency permit must be renewed annually, typically by December 31st of each year.
Can Independent Means Visa holders apply for Belizean citizenship?
Yes, visa holders can apply for Belizean citizenship after 5 years of permanent residency, subject to meeting other requirements.
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Minimum Income or Savings: Pensions, Investments, Rental income+Regular Income Stream: Monthly pension payments, Annuities, Proof of Financial Independence
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required
REQUIREMENTS
Para optar al Visado de Medios Independientes, los solicitantes deben cumplir unos criterios específicos que demuestren sus ingresos pasivos estables.
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Verify passive income sources
• Confirm income thresholds
• Review healthcare requirements
• Complete financial documentation
Selection Phase
• Choose destination country
• Review residency requirements
• Assess tax implications
• Select optimal visa category
Application Preparation
• Gather proof of income
• Obtain health insurance
• Prepare bank statements
• Complete background verification
Submission
• Submit residency application
• Pay visa fees
• Schedule interview (if required)
• Provide biometric data
Residency Setup
• Receive residency permit
• Register with local authorities
• Set up banking/utilities
• Complete residency registration
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport
Proof of Age: Applicants must be 45 years of age or older
Proof of property ownership in Belize is not required, but applicants must provide an intended address
A clean criminal record is required, confirmed through a police record from the last country of residence
Applicants must provide documentation proving they have sufficient financial means to support themselves in Belize+Proof of Income or Wealth: Bank statements showing a monthly income of at least $2,000 USD from a pension, annuity, or other stable source; Or proof of annual income of at least $24,000 USD.
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Rankings
165
Clasificación general
Coste
Based on application fee
Requisitos de residencia
Based on residency requirements
Duración de los privilegios de residencia
Based on programs’s term
Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
Requisitos
Based on entry requirements
Estabilidad del programa
Based on years of activity
Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
Rankings
Safety
Coste de la vida
Quality of Life
Healthcare Quality
113
Internet Speed
104
Human Freedom
81
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