Belize
English-speaking, Caribbean-adjacent, and home to one of the world’s strongest asset protection trust frameworks. Belize offers retirement residency with zero tax on foreign income and robust offshore trust structures.
410K
Population
Belmopan
Capital
English
Language
BZD (Belize Dollar)
Currency
GMT-6
Timezone
0%
Capital Gains Tax
0%
Foreign Income Tax (QRP)
1-2 weeks
Trust Setup
Programs
Belize offers a unique combination of retirement residency and world-class offshore trust legislation, ideal for asset protection and tax-efficient living.
Qualified Retired Persons (QRP)
USD 2,000/yr income requirement
Processing: 1-3 months
- Available to persons 45 years or older
- Must demonstrate USD 2,000/month income from pension or investments
- Tax-free on all foreign-sourced income
- Import personal effects and vehicle duty-free
- Can bring dependents (spouse and children under 18)
Permanent Residency
From USD 1,000 application fee
Processing: 3-6 months
- Must reside in Belize for 1 year on a valid visa
- Grants right to live and work permanently
- Path to Belize citizenship after 5 years
- No income requirements after approval
- Can sponsor family members
International Trust
From USD 5,000 setup
Processing: 1-2 weeks
- Strong asset protection legislation since 1992
- No taxes on trust income, gains, or distributions
- Statute of limitations on fraudulent transfers
- Trust assets protected from foreign judgments
- Confidential — trust details not on public record
Tax Overview
Belize is one of the few jurisdictions that combines zero capital gains tax with a robust offshore trust framework and a tax-friendly retirement visa.
No capital gains tax on any assets held inside or outside Belize.
QRP holders pay zero tax on all foreign-sourced income including pensions, dividends, and rental income.
International Business Companies (IBCs) are exempt from all Belizean taxes.
Belize trusts pay no income, inheritance, or estate taxes.
No exchange controls — freely move money in and out of the country.
General income tax applies only to Belize-sourced income (residents), with rates from 0% to 25%.
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