What are the visa & residency requirements in Placencia?

"Most people living on the Placencia peninsula get their visa stamps at the Big Creek Immigration office just outside of Independence/Mango Creek. You can take the Hokey Pokey water taxi from the village, or drive 45 to 60 minutes depending on where you are on the peninsula," explained one expat living in Placencia, Belize.

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"In order to visit Placencia, visitors must obtain a visa prior to their arrival. The process of applying for a visa involves submitting an application form, providing a valid passport, and paying the applicable visa fee. Depending on the type of visa, additional documents may be required. In order to obtain residency in Placencia, Belize, applicants must submit an application form, provide a valid passport, and pay the applicable fee. Additionally, applicants must provide proof of financial stability, a police record, and a medical certificate. Once the application is approved, applicants must attend an interview with the Immigration Department. After the interview, applicants will be issued a residency permit," said another expat in Placencia, Belize.