What Currency Does Belize Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 2 BZD
1 GBP ≈ 2.6812 BZD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
BZD converter
100 BZD ≈ 50.00 USD
Belize dollar conversion table
| Amount | USD → BZD | GBP → BZD | EUR → BZD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 2.6812 | 2.2844 |
| 5 | 10.00 | 13.41 | 11.42 |
| 10 | 20.00 | 26.81 | 22.84 |
| 20 | 40.00 | 53.62 | 45.69 |
| 50 | 100.00 | 134.06 | 114.22 |
| 100 | 200.00 | 268.12 | 228.44 |
| 500 | 1,000 | 1,341 | 1,142 |
| 1,000 | 2,000 | 2,681 | 2,284 |
| BZD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.5 | 0.373 | 0.4377 |
| 5 | 2.5 | 1.8648 | 2.1887 |
| 10 | 5 | 3.7297 | 4.3775 |
| 20 | 10.00 | 7.4593 | 8.755 |
| 50 | 25.00 | 18.65 | 21.89 |
| 100 | 50.00 | 37.30 | 43.77 |
| 500 | 250.00 | 186.48 | 218.87 |
| 1,000 | 500.00 | 372.97 | 437.75 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 BZD is worth about 0.5 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Belize dollar ranks 17th by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
Travel Money Card
Travelling to Belize? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Belize dollar spending.
What is money called in Belize?
Money in Belize is called the Belize dollar — its ISO 4217 currency code is BZD, and its symbol is $. The Belize dollar is the official legal tender in Belize and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the Belize currency or simply money in Belize.
Is the Belize dollar used anywhere else?
No — Belize is the only country on this site using the Belize dollar as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other dollar currencies
Several currencies carry the name “dollar”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Belize dollar (BZD) is the currency of Belize.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Caribbean dollar | XCD | Antigua and Barbuda +5 more | 2.7 |
| Australian dollar | AUD | Australia +3 more | 1.4387 |
| Bahamian dollar | BSD | Bahamas | 1 |
| Barbadian dollar | BBD | Barbados | 2 |
| Brunei dollar | BND | Brunei | 1.2914 |
| Canadian dollar | CAD | Canada | 1.4151 |
| United States dollar | USD | Ecuador +7 more | 1 |
| Fijian dollar | FJD | Fiji | 2.2374 |
| Guyanese dollar | GYD | Guyana | 209.26 |
| Jamaican dollar | JMD | Jamaica | 158.64 |
| Liberian dollar | LRD | Liberia | 181.37 |
| Namibian dollar | NAD | Namibia | 16.32 |
Practical money tips for Belize
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Belize dollar in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Belize in context
- Belize covers 22,966 km², making it the 147th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 2 countries: Guatemala, Mexico.
- With 417,634 people, Belize holds about 0.8% of the population of Central America.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Belize is a member state of the United Nations.
Belize currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Belize?
The currency of Belize is the Belize dollar (currency code: BZD, symbol: $).
What is the currency code for Belize?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Belize dollar is BZD.
What is the Belize dollar symbol?
The symbol for the Belize dollar is $. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Belize.
What currency is used in Belize?
The official currency used in Belize is the Belize dollar (BZD).
Can I use US dollars in Belize?
The official currency of Belize is the Belize dollar, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Belize dollar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Belize?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 2 BZD and 1 GBP = 2.6812 BZD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Belize?
Money in Belize is called the Belize dollar (BZD).
Do other countries use the Belize dollar?
No — Belize is the only country on this site using the Belize dollar as its official currency.
What is the Belizean currency?
The Belizean currency is the Belize dollar (BZD), the official money of Belize.
How much is 100 BZD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 BZD is about 50.00 USD or 37.30 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Belize dollar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 200.00 BZD.
Is the Belize dollar the same as other dollar currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Belize dollar is BZD; others include Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), Australian dollar (AUD), Bahamian dollar (BSD), Barbadian dollar (BBD).
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