MSME FISCAL INCENTIVE PROGRAM
Your guide to unlocking relief and investment support for your business.
Up to $1 Million
4- Year Program
Exemptions
Initial 4-year term with option to renew for an additional 4 years. Eight (8) years maximum.
Exemption on up to one million dollars worth of inputs for your business operations.
Customs duty, Revenue Replacement Duty, and Excise Duty exemptions on approved imports.
Eligible Exemption Categories
- Building Materials & Supplies
- Office Equipment & Appliance
- Plant Machinery & Equipment
- Fixtures & Fittings
- Specialized Tools
- Aircraft, Spare Parts & Engine
- Transport & Utility Vehicles
- Raw Materials & Packing
- Spare Parts for Machinery
- Marine Crafts & Parts
Not Eligible
- Wood & Forest Derivatives
- Salvage Vehicles
- Management Vehicles (SUVs)
- Ammunitions & Firearms
- Expendables & Consumables
Qualifying Industries- Eligible Sectors
Healthcare Services & Medical Tourism
Agriculture, forestry & related activities
Tourism & Leisure
Software Engineering & Network Services
Orange Economy activities
Renewable Energy & Recycling Plants
Taxi & Bus Service
Global Digital Services
Manufacturing
Logistics
Ineligible activities
Auto Rental services
Standalone bar & restaurant
Gaming & Lotteries
Real Estate
Professional & Consultancy services
Financial or money lending services
Retail, wholesale or imported goods or services
Entertainment Promotion Services, excluding local artists
Construction or Masonry
Rental of real estate or goods, excluding hotels
Production or sale of any service or goods restricted or prohibited.
BUSINESS SIZE REQUIREMENTS
MSME Classification
Medium
EMPLOYEES 50 to 300 ANNUAL SALES $6M - $30 Million ASSET VALUE $6M - $30 Million
Micro
Small
EMPLOYEES Less than 10 ANNUAL SALES Under $200,000 ASSET VALUE Under $200,000
EMPLOYEES 10 to 49 ANNUAL SALES $200K - $6 Million ASSET VALUE $200K- $6 Million
Required Documents
Business name registration or company incorporated under the Belize Companies Act.
Registered with Belize Tax Service, Social Security and trade license (if applicable)
Must hold an account at a financial institution in Belize.
Access to Finance
Business Registered
TIN,Social Security & Trade License
Required Documents
List of items planned to import during the program duration.
Copy of rent receipt or lease for your operating property.
Complete the application form with copies of all relevant documents.
Controlled Master List
Application Package
Property Access
Here's How to Apply!
Meeting
Analysis
Meet with an Investment Associate to ensure your project qualifies.
Once complete, your application is sent to the IPCU for analysis.
03
01
02
Review
Submit your draft application with documentation for review.
Complete
Ready to import approved items on your master list.
06
04
05
Continued Growth
Approval
Once approved and fees are paid, the Minister signs to formalize.
Associated Fees
Variations Include
Medium
Small
NEW APPLICATION $250.00 ANNUAL FEE $50.00 RENWAL FEE $125.00 VARIATION FEE $125.00
NEW APPLICATION $250.00 ANNUAL FEE $50.00 RENWAL FEE $125.00 VARIATION FEE $125.00
Micro
NEW APPLICATION $50.00 ANNUAL FEE $20.00 RENWAL FEE $50.00 VARIATION FEE $50.00
TIPS
FOR
Be Formalized
Be Thorough
Meet Criteria
Start Early
Have all relevant documentation ready: TIN, registered with Social Security, and hold a valid trade license. Complete paperwork speeds up the process.
Ensure your business meet the MSME classification criteria. Verify your employee count, annual sales, or asset value falls within the requirements.
Meet with BELTRAIDE early to determinde if you are fot for the program. Early planning prevents delays and ensures you have time to gather all requirements.
Submit a complete application with all required documents. Incomplete applications cause delays and may require resubmission.
Ready to Get Started?
BELTRAIDE: Empowering MSME's. Accelerating Growth
Email: investment@beltraide.bz Ph: +501-880-3737 Website: www.beltraide.bz
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MSME FISCAL INCENTIVE PROGRAM
Your guide to unlocking relief and investment support for your business.
Up to $1 Million
4- Year Program
Exemptions
Initial 4-year term with option to renew for an additional 4 years. Eight (8) years maximum.
Exemption on up to one million dollars worth of inputs for your business operations.
Customs duty, Revenue Replacement Duty, and Excise Duty exemptions on approved imports.
Eligible Exemption Categories
Not Eligible
Qualifying Industries- Eligible Sectors
Healthcare Services & Medical Tourism
Agriculture, forestry & related activities
Tourism & Leisure
Software Engineering & Network Services
Orange Economy activities
Renewable Energy & Recycling Plants
Taxi & Bus Service
Global Digital Services
Manufacturing
Logistics
Ineligible activities
Auto Rental services
Standalone bar & restaurant
Gaming & Lotteries
Real Estate
Professional & Consultancy services
Financial or money lending services
Retail, wholesale or imported goods or services
Entertainment Promotion Services, excluding local artists
Construction or Masonry
Rental of real estate or goods, excluding hotels
Production or sale of any service or goods restricted or prohibited.
BUSINESS SIZE REQUIREMENTS
MSME Classification
Medium
EMPLOYEES 50 to 300 ANNUAL SALES $6M - $30 Million ASSET VALUE $6M - $30 Million
Micro
Small
EMPLOYEES Less than 10 ANNUAL SALES Under $200,000 ASSET VALUE Under $200,000
EMPLOYEES 10 to 49 ANNUAL SALES $200K - $6 Million ASSET VALUE $200K- $6 Million
Required Documents
Business name registration or company incorporated under the Belize Companies Act.
Registered with Belize Tax Service, Social Security and trade license (if applicable)
Must hold an account at a financial institution in Belize.
Access to Finance
Business Registered
TIN,Social Security & Trade License
Required Documents
List of items planned to import during the program duration.
Copy of rent receipt or lease for your operating property.
Complete the application form with copies of all relevant documents.
Controlled Master List
Application Package
Property Access
Here's How to Apply!
Meeting
Analysis
Meet with an Investment Associate to ensure your project qualifies.
Once complete, your application is sent to the IPCU for analysis.
03
01
02
Review
Submit your draft application with documentation for review.
Complete
Ready to import approved items on your master list.
06
04
05
Continued Growth
Approval
Once approved and fees are paid, the Minister signs to formalize.
Associated Fees
Variations Include
Medium
Small
NEW APPLICATION $250.00 ANNUAL FEE $50.00 RENWAL FEE $125.00 VARIATION FEE $125.00
NEW APPLICATION $250.00 ANNUAL FEE $50.00 RENWAL FEE $125.00 VARIATION FEE $125.00
Micro
NEW APPLICATION $50.00 ANNUAL FEE $20.00 RENWAL FEE $50.00 VARIATION FEE $50.00
TIPS
FOR
Be Formalized
Be Thorough
Meet Criteria
Start Early
Have all relevant documentation ready: TIN, registered with Social Security, and hold a valid trade license. Complete paperwork speeds up the process.
Ensure your business meet the MSME classification criteria. Verify your employee count, annual sales, or asset value falls within the requirements.
Meet with BELTRAIDE early to determinde if you are fot for the program. Early planning prevents delays and ensures you have time to gather all requirements.
Submit a complete application with all required documents. Incomplete applications cause delays and may require resubmission.
Ready to Get Started?
BELTRAIDE: Empowering MSME's. Accelerating Growth
Email: investment@beltraide.bz Ph: +501-880-3737 Website: www.beltraide.bz