Frequently Asked Questions - Communications

How are the communications?
How much does a telephone call cost?
What about calling Belize?
What languages are spoken?
How do I get on the Internet?

q01Q:   How are the communications?

A:   Telecommunication services are available. Direct dialing, cellular telephone service and paging are also available. Postal rates to the United States are BZ$0.60 for letters and BZ$0.30 for postcards. Postal rates to Europe are BZ$0.75 for letters and BZ$0.40 for postcards.

Postal rates are subject to change. Cerros Sands is working on providing high speed Internet access and telephony whether on land or sea.

Residents may bring their own PDAs or laptops and connect to the network. WiFi is available at many hotels and other facilities that cater to tourists.

q02Q:   How much does a telephone call cost?

A:   To call the U.S., it costs about a $1.50 per minute and after 10:00 PM it is about $1.00 per minute. It is anticipated with current deregulation that these costs will be reduced.

q03Q:   What about calling Belize?

A:   501 is the international dialing code for Belize and there are 17 different area codes in Belize (if you are dialing from a phone outside of Belize, the zero in not necessary). The country has all of the telecommunications services available. Calls from Belize are more expensive than the same call to Belize. Secluded tropical rain forest places will usually have radio communications hooked up to a cellular assistance to make an outgoing call. Getting a Belize phone card (BTL) is recommended for making national and international calls.

q04Q:   What languages are spoken?

A:   English is the official language in Belize. English is also the language that is taught in schools, and most of the people speak some kind of English dialect. Spanish, Maya, Garifuna and Creole are also spoken. Spanish is taught in schools and is spoken by many.

q05Q:   How do I get on the Internet?

A:   You can get a temporary Internet account by contacting Belize Telecommunications (BTL). Their email is .