Belize
Will I be able to find a job in Belize?
When we asked people about industries and career opportunities in Belize, they reponded...
"Tourism is the name of the game on Ambergris Caye. So restaurants, shops, tour companies, are the primary businesses for an expat to start. But there are also quite a few banks and some financial companies. I always recommend that expats consider starting a business, as there are many opportunities to do so. But it is not easy to take a job here, as the priority goes to Belizeans, as well it should... But expats with unique qualifications that Belizeans don't have a better chance to find a job here. Also, people who are running on-line internet businesses do well here. Our internet, power and other services are reliable. I work from home, and on the internet, much of the time," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Ambergris Caye, Belize.
"Foreigners in Belize often take up jobs in the tourism industry, such as working in a hotel or resort, or serving as a tour guide. They can also find jobs in the hospitality industry such as restaurants, bars, or cafes. Other popular occupations include teaching English, working as a fitness instructor, or freelancing in digital marketing. Other possibilities include working in IT, construction, or agriculture," commented one expat who made the move to Belize.
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
