The Central Bank of Belize

We work to encourage financial stability and economic growth for the wellbeing of Belize.

New Currency Designs Revealed

The Central Bank unveils Belize's newly redesigned suite of currency notes.

Integration of Credit Unions in APSSS

Credit union members and bank customers can now make electronic payments quickly, safely, and securely anywhere in Belize.

Buying Rate of the United States Dollar

The Central Bank has fixed the buying rate of the United States Dollar at a rate of BZ$2.00 to US$1.00 for for all United States monetary instruments, commencing 1 June 2023.

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Title : GBP-20250519-1

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Date : May 19, 2025, 02:00 AM

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Treasury Bill Auction Notice #1 of 2026

December 11, 2025

Tenders are invited for an issue of Government of Belize Treasury Bills. The amount of the issue will be $83,200,000.00.
Central Bank Restores APSSS Service

November 19, 2025

The Central Bank of Belize is pleased to inform the public that the Automated Payment and Securities Settlement System (APSSS) has been fully restored and is now operating normally.
Central Bank Reports Temporary APSSS Service Outage

November 18, 2025

The Central Bank the public that the Automated Payment and Securities Settlement System (APSSS) experienced a service interruption today.
Treasury Bill Auction Notice #16 of 2025

November 17, 2025

Tenders are invited for an issue of Government of Belize Treasury Bills. The amount of the issue will be $90,000,000.00.
Warning Circular - Immediate Flex/ Jill A. Wright

November 5, 2025

The Central Bank has no affiliation, association, or connection with any entity, company, or individual operating under the name IMMEDIATE FLEX/ JILL A. WRIGHT
Central Bank Expands Exchange Control Authority of Authorised Dealers

November 5, 2025

In its ongoing commitment to foster a more business-friendly environment and improve operational efficiency, the Central Bank of Belize (Central Bank) has further broadened the scope of its Delegation of Authority to authorised dealers (domestic banks).
Treasury Bill Auction Notice #15 of 2025

October 30, 2025

Tenders are invited for an issue of Government of Belize Treasury Bills. The amount of the issue will be $67,408,200.00.
Public Asked to Report Unlicensed or Unregistered Financial Activity

October 17, 2025

The Central Bank reminds the public that persons are prohibited from carrying out certain financial activities without the requisite license or registration.
Cancellation of Registration Order Notice

October 17, 2025

In accordance with section 74 of the Credit Unions Act, CAP. 314, the Registrar of Credit Unions cancelled the registration of 15 defunct credit unions.
Central Bank of Belize Launches Belize’s Credit Reporting System

October 9, 2025

The Central Bank of Belize today announced the launch of the country’s Credit Reporting System (CRS)—a major milestone in strengthening Belize’s financial infrastructure and promoting greater access to credit for individuals and businesses.
The Financial Sector Expands Banking Access for CARICOM Nationals under Free Movement Regime

October 3, 2025

The Government of Belize has implemented the Free Movement Regime for nationals of Barbados, Dominica, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, effective 1 October 2025.
Treasury Bill Auction Notice #14 of 2025

September 19, 2025

Tenders are invited for an issue of Government of Belize Treasury Bills. The amount of the issue will be $64,391,800.00.
Treasury Bill Auction Notice #13 of 2025

September 19, 2025

Tenders are invited for an issue of Government of Belize Treasury Bills. The amount of the issue will be $83,200,000.00.
Central Bank Clarifies Misinterpretation of Proposed Amendments to the Moneylenders Act

August 26, 2025

The Central Bank wishes to clarify a recent social media post made by a media house that incorrectly suggests that the proposed amendments to the Moneylenders Act and Regulations would increase the maximum interest charged by moneylenders from 48% to 148% per annum.
Treasury Bill Auction Notice #12 of 2025

August 15, 2025

Tenders are invited for an issue of Government of Belize Treasury Bills. The amount of the issue will be $90,000,000.00.
Central Bank of Belize Addresses Misinformation Regarding Acceptance of Mutilated 2025 Banknotes

August 15, 2025

The Central Bank of Belize is aware of misinformation circulating regarding the acceptance of mutilated (damaged) versions of the newly issued 2025 banknotes.
Warning Circular - J & I Loan Services

August 15, 2025

J & I Loan Services is not licensed to provide moneylending business in or from within Belize. Learn more in the Warning Circular released by the Central Bank.
Public Asked to Report Unlicensed or Unregistered Financial Activity

August 8, 2025

The Central Bank reminds the public that persons are prohibited from carrying out certain financial activities without the requisite license or registration.
Central Bank Streamlines Foreign Currency Purchase for Prepaid Imported Goods

July 31, 2025

In its ongoing efforts to enhance the ease of doing business, the Central Bank of Belize (Central Bank) has further expanded the delegation of authority (DOA) to authorised dealers.
Treasury Bill Auction Notice #11 of 2025

July 28, 2025

Tenders are invited for an issue of Government of Belize Treasury Bills. The amount of the issue will be $67,408,200.00.

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