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= Belize Roads 2025: Complete Driver's Guide =
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'''System:''' Minimal toll infrastructure - mainly free roads<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> Nearly toll-free (one former toll removed in 2022)<br>
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'''Network:''' 3,000+ km total roads, 575 km paved<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> 3,281 km total network (601 km paved, 2,680 km unpaved)<br>
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'''Currency:''' Belize Dollar (BZD) and US Dollar (USD)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> N/A - No active tolls<br>
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'''Coverage:''' Five major highways connecting main districts<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> N/A - No electronic toll collection<br>
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'''Technology:''' Manual toll booth (New River Bridge only)
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operators:</strong> Ministry of Infrastructure Development & Housing
 
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== Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Belize? 2025 Update ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, you don't need to pay any tolls to drive on Belize roads - the country's highway system is now completely toll-free. The only toll in Belize's history, the New River Bridge toll (BZ$0.75), was eliminated in 2022 when the toll booth was demolished.</p>
  
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Belize has minimal toll infrastructure with only one toll booth - at the New River Bridge on the Northern Highway near Carmelita in Orange Walk District. The toll fee is BZ$0.75 (approximately US$0.38) for all vehicles crossing the bridge. Most roads in Belize are toll-free, making it one of the most affordable countries for driving in Central America.
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Key Reality:</strong> Unlike neighboring Mexico with extensive toll networks and Guatemala's limited toll system, Belize operates all roads without toll collection, making it one of Central America's most accessible highway systems.</p>
  
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The road network consists of over 1,900 miles (3,000+ km) of roads, with approximately 357-601 km paved. The five major paved highways are all two-lane roads: Philip Goldson Highway (Northern), George Price Highway (Western), Hummingbird Highway, Southern Highway, and Coastal Highway.
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2025 Update:</strong> All five major highways remain government-funded and toll-free. Ongoing road improvements continue under the Ministry of Infrastructure Development & Housing without introducing toll systems.</p>
  
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== Belize Toll Costs: What You Actually Pay ==
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The only toll in Belize is BZ$0.75 (US$0.38) at the New River Bridge on the Northern Highway. This represents the country's sole toll facility, making Belize extremely affordable for drivers compared to neighboring countries.
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Belize operates all roads free of charge, with travel costs limited to fuel and vehicle insurance requirements.</p>
  
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=== Current Toll Rates (2025) ===
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Philip Goldson Highway (Northern)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">US$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">US$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">95 miles - Completely free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">George Price Highway (Western)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">US$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">US$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">81 miles - Completely free</td>
 
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<td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">New River Bridge (Northern Highway)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">BZ$0.75 (US$0.38)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">US$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Cash only</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">US$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Only toll booth in Belize</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">55 miles - Completely free</td>
 
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Thomas Vincent Ramos Highway (Southern)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">Free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">N/A</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">US$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;">No tolls required</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">97 miles - Completely free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">New River Bridge (FORMER)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">BZ$0.75 (US$0.37)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Same rate</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Removed 2022 - Now free</td>
 
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=== Major Route Costs (2025) ===
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* '''Belize City to Corozal''' (Northern Highway): BZ$0.75 total
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Toll-Free Network:</strong> All 5 major highways, all secondary roads, all bridges including former New River Bridge toll</p>
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* '''Belize City to Guatemalan border''' (Western Highway): Free
 
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* '''Belize City to Dangriga''' (Hummingbird Highway): Free
 
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* '''Dangriga to Punta Gorda''' (Southern Highway): Free
 
  
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== How to Pay Belize Tolls ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> 601 km paved roads, 2,680 km unpaved roads - entire system free for all vehicle types</p>
  
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Payment at the New River Bridge toll booth is cash only, accepting both Belize Dollars (BZ$0.75) and US Dollars (US$0.38). No electronic payment systems or prepaid accounts are available.
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* '''Cash Payment:''' BZD or USD accepted at toll booth
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* '''No Cards:''' Credit/debit cards not accepted
 
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* '''No Electronic Systems:''' No transponders or mobile payments
 
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* '''Manual Collection:''' Traditional toll booth operation
 
  
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== Recent Changes (2024-2025) ==
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<li>All highways: Completely free access for all vehicle types</li>
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<li>All bridges: No tolls including former New River Bridge</li>
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<li>All secondary roads: Free for cars, trucks, motorcycles, buses</li>
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As of November 2024, road infrastructure updates continue with various ferry and bridge maintenance across districts. The Coastal Highway upgrade project aims to pave the 59-kilometer stretch, which will improve connectivity but may introduce additional tolls in the future.
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<li>Fuel: Approximately US$2.90/gallon unleaded, US$2.60/gallon diesel</li>
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<li>Insurance: Mandatory liability insurance required at border crossings</li>
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<li>Police checkpoints: Insurance verification only (no fees)</li>
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* '''Infrastructure Development:''' Ongoing road improvements and bridge maintenance
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate fuel costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Belize roads, use TollGuru Belize calculator</p>
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* '''Coastal Highway:''' Paving project in progress - currently gravel
 
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== Major Highways & Infrastructure ==
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=== Primary Highways ===
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Belize has five major paved highways, all two-lane roads connecting major towns and districts:
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<li>New River Bridge toll booth demolished April 2022 during Philip Goldson Highway upgrades</li>
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<li>BZ$0.75 (US$0.37) toll permanently eliminated - bridge now completely free</li>
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<li>Government confirmed no plans to reinstall toll collection</li>
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* '''Philip Goldson Highway (Northern):''' 95 miles (153 km) from Belize City to Mexican border - includes New River Bridge toll
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Infrastructure Improvements:</strong></p>
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* '''George Price Highway (Western):''' 81 miles (130 km) from Belize City to Guatemalan border - toll-free
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* '''Hummingbird Highway:''' 55 miles (89 km) from Belmopan to Dangriga - toll-free, scenic route
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<li>Philip Goldson Highway ongoing upgrades between Orange Walk and Mexican border</li>
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* '''Southern Highway:''' 97 miles (157 km) from Dangriga to Punta Gorda - toll-free, recently improved
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<li>Coastal Highway (Manatee Highway) paving project progressing</li>
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* '''Coastal Highway:''' 36 miles (48 km) connecting Western Highway to Stann Creek - currently gravel, upgrade in progress
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<li>Southern Highway improvements from Punta Gorda to Big Falls completed</li>
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=== Road Conditions ===
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<li>Five major highways maintain excellent to good condition</li>
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<li>All primary roads remain 100% paved and toll-free</li>
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<li>Ministry continues government-funded maintenance without toll introduction</li>
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Infrastructure in Belize is limited, with only major highways properly paved. Expect "sleeping policemen" (speed bumps) in villages and occasional checkpoints where insurance verification is required.
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== Border Crossings & International Travel ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Belize - Complete Toll-Free Nation:</strong></p>
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<li>All 6 districts (Belize, Cayo, Orange Walk, Corozal, Stann Creek, Toledo) maintain toll-free roads</li>
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<li>Complete 3,281 km network free for all vehicle types</li>
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<li>No regional variations in toll policies - uniform toll-free system nationwide</li>
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=== Mexico Border (Northern) ===
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Foreign vehicles entering Belize pay a road usage fee of BZ$30 (US$15) at the border, separate from highway tolls. You'll receive a Border Management Agency card confirming payment and vehicle inspection.
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<li>Philip Goldson Highway: Belize City to Mexico border via Orange Walk and Corozal</li>
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<li>George Price Highway: Belize City to Guatemala border via Belmopan and San Ignacio</li>
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<li>Hummingbird Highway: Belmopan to Dangriga through scenic mountain territory</li>
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<li>Thomas Vincent Ramos Highway: Dangriga to Punta Gorda serving southern regions</li>
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Crossing to Guatemala requires paying a bridge toll of 10-50 Guatemalan Quetzals at the Mopan River bridge. Border crossings operate 6 AM to 10 PM daily.
 
  
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== Belize vs. Neighboring Countries ==
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<li>Daily road costs: US$0 in tolls, US$15-30 fuel for typical cross-country routes</li>
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<li>Cross-border travel: Insurance required but no road tolls</li>
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<li>Remote areas: 4WD recommended for unpaved secondary roads</li>
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<li>No route restrictions: Use fastest highway routes without cost concerns</li>
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<li>Speed limits: 55 mph (90 km/h) on highways, slower in villages due to "sleeping policemen" (speed bumps)</li>
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<li>Police checkpoints: Regular insurance verification stops near major towns</li>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Can I avoid Belize road costs completely?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Yes for tolls (zero road charges since 2022), but fuel and insurance costs remain. Belize offers complete freedom to use any route without toll payment.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">What happened to the New River Bridge toll?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">The toll booth was demolished in April 2022 during highway upgrades. The BZ$0.75 toll is permanently eliminated with no plans for reinstallation.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Do motorcycles pay tolls in Belize?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, motorcycles use all Belize roads free of charge, same as all other vehicle types.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Will Belize introduce tolls in the future?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No current plans exist. The government continues funding infrastructure through national budget and international aid, maintaining the successful toll-free policy.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, because there are no road charges. All users - residents, tourists, commercial vehicles - enjoy identical free access to the entire network.</p>
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Belize Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: Nearly toll-free (one former toll removed in 2022)
Coverage: 3,281 km total network (601 km paved, 2,680 km unpaved)
Currency: N/A - No active tolls
Technology: N/A - No electronic toll collection
Operators: Ministry of Infrastructure Development & Housing

Do I Need to Pay Tolls for Belize? 2025 Update

No, you don't need to pay any tolls to drive on Belize roads - the country's highway system is now completely toll-free. The only toll in Belize's history, the New River Bridge toll (BZ$0.75), was eliminated in 2022 when the toll booth was demolished.

Key Reality: Unlike neighboring Mexico with extensive toll networks and Guatemala's limited toll system, Belize operates all roads without toll collection, making it one of Central America's most accessible highway systems.

2025 Update: All five major highways remain government-funded and toll-free. Ongoing road improvements continue under the Ministry of Infrastructure Development & Housing without introducing toll systems.

Belize Road Costs: What You Actually Pay

Belize operates all roads free of charge, with travel costs limited to fuel and vehicle insurance requirements.

Current Road Usage Costs (2025)

Highway All Vehicles Heavy Vehicles Status
Philip Goldson Highway (Northern) US$0.00 US$0.00 95 miles - Completely free
George Price Highway (Western) US$0.00 US$0.00 81 miles - Completely free
Hummingbird Highway US$0.00 US$0.00 55 miles - Completely free
Thomas Vincent Ramos Highway (Southern) US$0.00 US$0.00 97 miles - Completely free
New River Bridge (FORMER) BZ$0.75 (US$0.37) Same rate Removed 2022 - Now free

Where You Pay Nothing (2025)

Toll-Free Network: All 5 major highways, all secondary roads, all bridges including former New River Bridge toll

Coverage: 601 km paved roads, 2,680 km unpaved roads - entire system free for all vehicle types

How to Pay Belize Road Costs

You can use the following methods for Belize road-related costs:

1. Road Usage:

  • All highways: Completely free access for all vehicle types
  • All bridges: No tolls including former New River Bridge
  • All secondary roads: Free for cars, trucks, motorcycles, buses

2. Associated Costs:

  • Fuel: Approximately US$2.90/gallon unleaded, US$2.60/gallon diesel
  • Insurance: Mandatory liability insurance required at border crossings
  • Police checkpoints: Insurance verification only (no fees)

To calculate fuel costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Belize roads, use TollGuru Belize calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

Toll Elimination:

  • New River Bridge toll booth demolished April 2022 during Philip Goldson Highway upgrades
  • BZ$0.75 (US$0.37) toll permanently eliminated - bridge now completely free
  • Government confirmed no plans to reinstall toll collection

Infrastructure Improvements:

  • Philip Goldson Highway ongoing upgrades between Orange Walk and Mexican border
  • Coastal Highway (Manatee Highway) paving project progressing
  • Southern Highway improvements from Punta Gorda to Big Falls completed

Road Network Status:

  • Five major highways maintain excellent to good condition
  • All primary roads remain 100% paved and toll-free
  • Ministry continues government-funded maintenance without toll introduction

State/Regional Toll Information

Belize - Complete Toll-Free Nation:

  • All 6 districts (Belize, Cayo, Orange Walk, Corozal, Stann Creek, Toledo) maintain toll-free roads
  • Complete 3,281 km network free for all vehicle types
  • No regional variations in toll policies - uniform toll-free system nationwide

Major Highway Corridors (All Free):

  • Philip Goldson Highway: Belize City to Mexico border via Orange Walk and Corozal
  • George Price Highway: Belize City to Guatemala border via Belmopan and San Ignacio
  • Hummingbird Highway: Belmopan to Dangriga through scenic mountain territory
  • Thomas Vincent Ramos Highway: Dangriga to Punta Gorda serving southern regions

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

  • Daily road costs: US$0 in tolls, US$15-30 fuel for typical cross-country routes
  • Cross-border travel: Insurance required but no road tolls
  • Remote areas: 4WD recommended for unpaved secondary roads

Route Planning:

  • No route restrictions: Use fastest highway routes without cost concerns
  • Speed limits: 55 mph (90 km/h) on highways, slower in villages due to "sleeping policemen" (speed bumps)
  • Police checkpoints: Regular insurance verification stops near major towns

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I avoid Belize road costs completely?

Yes for tolls (zero road charges since 2022), but fuel and insurance costs remain. Belize offers complete freedom to use any route without toll payment.

What happened to the New River Bridge toll?

The toll booth was demolished in April 2022 during highway upgrades. The BZ$0.75 toll is permanently eliminated with no plans for reinstallation.

Do motorcycles pay tolls in Belize?

No, motorcycles use all Belize roads free of charge, same as all other vehicle types.

Will Belize introduce tolls in the future?

No current plans exist. The government continues funding infrastructure through national budget and international aid, maintaining the successful toll-free policy.

Do tourists get different rates?

No, because there are no road charges. All users - residents, tourists, commercial vehicles - enjoy identical free access to the entire network.

Belize vs. Regional Countries

Country System Type Typical Cost Coverage
Belize No tolls US$0.00 Complete network
Guatemala Limited toll system One toll booth Puerto Quetzal highway
Mexico Extensive toll system MX$25-150/section 5,000+ km autopistas
Honduras Minimal toll system Limited charges Selected sections

Useful Links & Resources

Internal Navigation:

Government Resources:

  • Ministry of Infrastructure Development & Housing: Road project information
  • Border Management Agency: Immigration and customs procedures
  • Belize Tourism Board: Official travel guidance and road conditions

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