Belize
MIRPS in Belize
Belize is a country of destination, predominantly for forcefully displaced persons seeking refuge from widespread violence and rights violations, principally perpetrated by organized criminal groups in the north of Central America. The impact of the pandemic has caused a considerable contraction in economic activity, negatively impacting the tourism and agriculture sectors and increasing the vulnerability of various population groups including asylum seekers and refugees. To address the situation, Belize -which is a founding member of the MIRPS in 2017- has made progress in the implementation of its commitments to provide protection and solutions for the forcibly displaced. However, the international community’s support in the areas of protection, education, and livelihoods is needed to respond to the needs of the thousands of people seeking refuge in the country.
National Action Plan Focus Areas
Protection
6 commitments
Jobs and Livelihoods
1 commitment
Education
1 commitment
To read the National Action Plan of Belize, click the button bellow:
Progress according to the 2025 Mid-Year Report
The office in Benque Viejo del Carmen strengthened coordination with Migration and security authorities to identify and refer asylum seekers, enhancing access to the asylum procedure at key entry points.
Between January and June 2025, Belize processed 6,104 applications, with 5,843 positive decisions, benefiting 9,537 individuals and dependents (85%).
On World Refugee Day 2025, community and school activities were organized to promote the protection of refugees within communities.
Read the progress from the 2025 Mid-Year Report:
Achievements and progress in 2024
