Press Releases

The Board reaffirms that the Central Bank functions under the direction and oversight of its Board of Directors. The Governor, as Chief Executive Officer, does not act independently but executes policies and decisions determined within this governance structure.

The Central Bank of Belize (Central Bank) today announced the execution of a contract with Montran Corporation for the design and implementation of Belize’s Instant Payment System (IPS).

The Central Bank of Belize (Central Bank) successfully conducted a week-long training programme for the credit union sector from 20 to 27 March 2026. This programme was aimed at strengthening governance frameworks, enhancing institutional resilience, and promoting the sector’s long-term sustainability.

The Central Bank of Belize advises that, by decision delivered on 19 February 2026, the High Court dismissed a claim brought against the Registrar of Credit Unions (Registrar) challenging the decision to terminate Mr. Rafael Dominguez as the General Manager of Saint Francis Xavier Credit Union (SFXCU).

The Governor of the Central Bank of Belize, in his capacity as Registrar of Credit Unions (Registrar), wishes to address the misinformation in two paid advertisements, circulating on social media, regarding the appointment of Mr. Marlowe Neal as Liquidator for the nineteen (19) credit unions recently placed under liquidation, and as Administrator for St. Francis Xavier Credit Union Limited (SFXCU).

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.

The Central Bank the public that the Automated Payment and Securities Settlement System (APSSS) experienced a service interruption today.

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).

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 Government of Belize has implemented the Free Movement Regime for nationals of Barbados, Dominica, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, effective 1 October 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.

The Central Bank of Belize is aware of misinformation circulating regarding the acceptance of mutilated (damaged) versions of the newly issued 2025 banknotes.

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.

The Central Bank of Belize is pleased to announce that the new 2025 banknote series will officially enter circulation on 4 August 2025.

The Central Bank of Belize (Central Bank) is pleased to announce the successful launch of the upgraded Automated Payments and Securities Settlement System (APSSS 2.0).

CRIF Information Services Belize Limited has officially been granted a license to operate as Belize’s first licensed credit bureau, paving the way for a comprehensive credit reporting system that will improve credit access, strengthen responsible lending practices, and promote greater financial inclusion.

The Central Bank of Belize alerts the public to a fraudulent article currently circulating online, which falsely claims that the Central Bank has initiated legal action against a local media house.

The Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten hosted the 64th Bi-Annual Meeting of the CARICOM Central Bank Governors, which convened senior central bank officials from eleven Caribbean jurisdictions to address regional economic developments and strengthen the resilience of the Caribbean’s financial systems.

Governor Kareem Michael presented at the eighth regular meeting of the National Trade Negotiating Commission, speaking on the wide-ranging implications of recent U.S. trade measures and called for immediate, coordinated action.

The Central Bank of Belize (Central Bank) has expanded the delegation of authority to authorised dealers, enabling customers to buy foreign currency directly from domestic banks for service-based transactions.