In view of the "SARS" epidemic presently
affecting Far East countries and Canada, the Minister of Home Affairs,
Hon. Ralph Fonseca, has imposed a temporary ban on the entry into Belize
of persons from the following countries:
1. Mainland China
2. Hong Kong
3. Singapore
4. Vietnam
5. India
6. Canada
No visas or entry permits will be issued to persons
from these countries for the time being. Entry into Belize may also be
refused to any suspected case of SARS from any other country. All
airlines are being informed accordingly. Belizeans are advised not to
travel to any of the above named countries until further notice.
The Immigration Department is working closely with the
Ministry of Health to ensure that SARS is not carried into Belize by
travelers.
