Belize Reserves in Months of Imports
Total reserves in months of imports FI.RES.TOTL.MO
Belize's reserves in months of imports was 2.8 in 2025, ranked 96th globally. This represents a 12.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1984–2025.
Overview
Belize's reserves in months of imports stood at 2.8 in 2025, a decline of +0.4 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 2.8 by 2025. Belize ranked 96th globally.
Belize's foreign exchange reserves have historically been influenced by its reliance on imports to sustain economic growth. The country's reserves in months of imports have fluctuated over the years, with the all-time peak of 4.49 months in 2014, a notable increase from the 0.45 months in 1984. This marked a significant improvement in Belize's ability to meet its import needs in the event of a trade shock or economic downturn. However, the current level of 2.79 months, ranking 96th globally, suggests a decline from the peak and a relatively low position compared to peer countries such as Seychelles, which also holds 2.80 months of imports in reserve. This trend may be influenced by Belize's ongoing economic challenges, including its high debt-to-GDP ratio and reliance on tourism. If Belize were to successfully diversify its economy and reduce its reliance on imports, it could potentially increase its reserves and improve its position in the global rankings.
Data & projection
| Year | Reserves in Months of Imports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 2.2 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 2.5 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 2.8 | - | - |
| 2025 | 2.8 | −0.4 | #96 |
| 2024 | 3.2 | −0.1 | #82 |
| 2023 | 3.3 | −0.0 | #93 |
| 2022 | 3.4 | −0.4 | #96 |
| 2021 | 3.8 | −0.5 | #110 |
| 2020 | 4.3 | +1.9 | #107 |
| 2019 | 2.4 | −0.3 | #125 |
| 2018 | 2.7 | −0.3 | #120 |
| 2017 | 3.0 | −0.7 | #119 |
| 2016 | 3.6 | −0.5 | #96 |
| 2015 | 4.1 | −0.4 | #84 |
| 2014 | 4.5 | +0.5 | #65 |
| 2013 | 4.0 | +1.0 | #82 |
| 2012 | 3.0 | +0.3 | #111 |
| 2011 | 2.7 | +0.0 | #123 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Belize matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1990. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw reserves in months of imports improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Belize's reserves in months of imports was 2.8 in 2025. Ranked 96th globally. This represents a 12.6% decrease from the previous year.
Belize's reserves in months of imports peaked at 4.5 in 2014.
The lowest reserves in months of imports in Belize was 0.5 in 1984.
Belize ranks 96th globally in reserves in months of imports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FI.RES.TOTL.MO. Data sourced from World Bank.
Belize's reserves in months of imports is projected to reach 2.8 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The reserves in months of imports of Belize in 2025 was 2.8. This ranks 96th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_belize_reserves-months-imports,
title = {Belize Reserves in Months of Imports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/belize/reserves-months-imports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}