Road safety in Belize

Cheryl Moderator

Member since 15 October 2018

CherylModerator16 July 2025 04:42:29

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Hello everyone,

Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Belize as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Belize, whether driving, cycling or just crossing the street.

Are traffic rules strictly respected or enforced in Belize?

Are there any unspoken rules, unexpected habits or regulations that you had to adapt to?

Are the roads safe and well-maintained?

Are there specific times of day, weather conditions, or seasons that make driving more dangerous?

If you have children, do you feel comfortable letting them travel alone on local roads, whether on foot, by bike, or motorbike?

What are your tips or advice to stay safe on the roads in Belize?

Share your insights and experience.

Thank you for your contribution.

Cheryl
Expat.com Team

skistrail Active member

Member since 09 September 2014

skistrailActive member03 November 2025 16:22:12

I have lived in the Corozal area for 13 years. I sum up Belize driving as Passive, Aggresive! Drive defencively but if there is a tiny gap, you better go. Safety signs mean nothing. In town cars are parked either way. Some roads have pot holes you can loose a wheelbarrow in! Good roads don't stay that way. Bikes have the right of way; don't hit one, you are at fault no matter what. Driving is dangerous no matter what time you leave home. That all sounds bad but being very watchful, looking not once or twice but three times for and trafic should keep you safe. I have never been in an accident here!!!

CocoHer Active member

Member since 03 February 2020

CocoHerActive member03 November 2025 17:21:37

Too many road bumpers, some of them not clearly painted anb blended with road so hard to notice.

travelbeat Active member

Member since 20 December 2023

travelbeatActive member04 November 2025 14:56:29

In the few months I stayed in Belize (and be back for good) I found that the driving is fluent, no ultra cautious drivers like in Canada. I am from Europe and driving is similar in Belize. Avoid driving at night; drunk, tired drivers with no lights are on the road and outside of towns wildlife can cause accidents. In general there is less traffic on Highways than in North America and makes driving less stressful.