Captive parrot licensing program
Captive parrot licensing program Just in case anyone is unaware of the captive parrot licensing program run by the Forest department. All indigenous captive parrots in Belize require a permit. The permitting program will end January 1st 2015. The permits last from the day of issue until the death of the bird. From Jan 1st 2015, nobody will be able to apply for a new permit. Anyone found in ...
Just in case anyone is unaware of the captive parrot licensing program run by the Forest department. All indigenous captive parrots in Belize require a permit. The permitting program will end January 1st 2015. The permits last from the day of issue until the death of t...
31 March 2026
The final deadline to apply for a Captive Parrot Permit under the Belize Forest Department's captive parrot licensing programme is fast approaching.This government-led initiative allows people who have long-term, wild-caught parrots in their care to apply for a legal permit so they can continue caring for these birds in compliance with Belize's wildlife laws. Belize Bird Rescue is assisting ...
Belize Bird Rescue supports keepers with downloadable guidance brochures titled Healthy Parrot and Caring for a Captive Wild Parrot , and provides contact information for the Forest Department and support services covering surrender procedures, where to get help , and the minimum standards checklist.
Parrot Licence Program
It is illegal in Belize to own a captive wild parrot . If you have had one for a long time you may qualify for the Forest Department registration programme to allow you to continue to care for your bird legally.
In Belize , it is illegal to keep wildlife in captivity. The Belize Forest Department continues to enforce this law and reminds current parrot owners that the registration application period for their birds will close on March 31st. After this date, the opportunity to legalize parrots already in captivity will end. For full registration information, visit the Belize Bird Rescue licensing ...
FINAL 3 DAYS
🚨🦜 FINAL 3 DAYS - Parrot Permit Deadline The deadline to register captive parrots in Belize is March 31, 2026 — just 3 days away. If you have a wild-caught parrot already in captivity in Belize , this is your last chance to apply for a Captive Parrot Permit. 📱 Message the Forest Department WhatsApp Hotline now: 610-1524 This is a one-time program to: • Permit parrots already in ...
Belize Bird Rescue and the Forest Department told viewers on March 3 to file captive‑parrot permit applications by March 31, 2026, warning that unregistered birds will be confiscated and owners may face fines or charges.
Captive Parrot Permit Applications to Close March 31st
Captive Parrot Permit Applications to Close March 31st In Belize , it is illegal to keep wildlife in captivity. The Belize Forest Department continues to enforce this law and reminds current parrot owners that the registration application period for their birds will close on March 31st.
$1000.00 for the year $300 for 3 days of the year Captive Wildlife ( Parrot ) Permit Wildlife can pose a direct threat to the safety, livelihoods and wellbeing of people. Managing human-wildlife conflicts is therefore crucial for the department. We must learn to live in harmony with nature and in which wildlife and other living species are protected.