Is CBD Legal in Belize?

CBD sits in a regulatory gap in Belize. There is no dedicated CBD statute, no THC threshold defining a legal hemp-derived product, and no licensing scheme for manufacturers or retailers. The Misuse of Drugs Act, Cap. 103 still controls cannabis and its preparations, which on a strict reading sweeps in CBD oils and extracts that contain any THC.

In practice, CBD wellness products are sold openly in pharmacies, spas, and tourist shops, particularly in San Pedro and Caye Caulker. That tolerance reflects the stalled Cannabis and Industrial Hemp Control and Licensing Bill 2022, which would have separated industrial hemp and cannabinoid products from controlled cannabis and built a licensing regime around them. Because the bill was paused over the church-backed referendum push and never proclaimed, the framework promised on paper does not exist in law. Buyers and sellers operate without product standards, label requirements, or guaranteed THC caps.

This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current law with qualified counsel before making compliance decisions.