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St. Matthew's, Cayo District, Belize – Belize Flag

Current Date And Time In St. Matthew's, Belize

Tuesday, 11 August 2026
23:54:05 CST
Currency: Belize Dollar (BZD)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Population: 1,398

✈️ St. Matthew's, Cayo District, Belize - Travel Information


Plan your trip to St. Matthew's, Cayo District, Belize using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in St. Matthew's.

Why It Matters: Arriving in St. Matthew's with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching St. Matthew's — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Belize, which includes St. Matthew's, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Belize before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Belize's time zone -06:00, country calling code +501 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .BZ. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in St. Matthew's.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-06:00
📞 Country Calling Code+501
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.BZ

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Belize — police 911, ambulance 911, fire brigade 911, general emergency 911. Store these in your phone before you reach St. Matthew's. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in St. Matthew's.

🚔
Police
911
🚑
Ambulance
911
🚒
Fire
911
📞
General
911

📊 Belize At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Belize — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.683
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
73.7
years
📚
Literacy Rate
87.9%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$7,681
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
8.9%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Belize development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to St. Matthew's for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to St. Matthew's
International Airport • BZE
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport
Belize City, BZ
47
km away
Nearest to San Ignacio (Capital)
Regional Airport • FRS
Mundo Maya International Airport
San Benito, GT
89
km from San Ignacio

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — St. Matthew's's exact coordinates, or San Ignacio's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is St. Matthew's From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from St. Matthew's to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)2,960 km1,839 mi~ 4h 14m
Toronto (Canada)3,060 km1,901 mi~ 4h 21m
Los Angeles (United States)3,484 km2,165 mi~ 4h 51m
London (United Kingdom)8,412 km5,227 mi~ 10h 39m
Paris (France)8,642 km5,370 mi~ 10h 55m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,722 km7,283 mi~ 14h 32m
Tokyo (Japan)12,237 km7,604 mi~ 15h 09m
Sydney (Australia)13,823 km8,589 mi~ 17h 01m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)13,885 km8,628 mi~ 17h 05m
Singapore (Singapore)17,534 km10,895 mi~ 21h 23m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for St. Matthew's, Belize is set to Central Standard Time (CST) with a current offset of UTC -06:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in St. Matthew's requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneCentral Standard Time (CST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -06:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time11:54 PM on Tuesday, August 11, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From St. Matthew's to Major World Cities

It is currently 11:54 PM on Tuesday in St. Matthew's. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind St. Matthew's right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To St. Matthew's
New York (United States)Wed, 1:54 AM2h ahead
Los Angeles (United States)Tue, 10:54 PM1h behind
Toronto (Canada)Wed, 1:54 AM2h ahead
London (United Kingdom)Wed, 6:54 AM7h ahead
Paris (France)Wed, 7:54 AM8h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Wed, 9:54 AM10h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Wed, 1:54 PM14h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Wed, 2:54 PM15h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Wed, 3:54 PM16h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Wed, 5:54 PM18h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In St. Matthew's — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in St. Matthew's is the Belize dollar (BZD), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
$ 2.01
BZD
€ 1 Euro
$ 2.32
BZD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 2.72
BZD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 1.42
BZD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 1.44
BZD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 12, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In St. Matthew's

Knowing which languages are used in St. Matthew's helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
English

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to St. Matthew's. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Franks Eddy (Cayo District, Belize)1 mi2 kmSSE
⬆️
Cotton Tree (Cayo District, Belize)5 mi7 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Mahogany Heights (Belize District, Belize)7 mi11 kmNE
⬆️
Belmopan (Cayo District, Belize)8 mi13 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Roaring Creek (Cayo District, Belize)10 mi16 kmWest (W)
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From St. Matthew's

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to St. Matthew's is the Chichén Itzá (Mexico), about 379 km away. Straight-line distances from St. Matthew's to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico379 km236 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru3,818 km2,373 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil6,663 km4,140 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,619 km5,977 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan12,029 km7,475 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China13,117 km8,151 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India14,868 km9,239 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

St. Matthew's shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Cayo District and Belize. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Cayo District Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Cayo District, including major hub cities.
✈️ Belize Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Belize.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in St. Matthew's, Belize runs at 110V / 60Hz using Type A/B socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for St. Matthew's and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in St. Matthew's.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage110 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
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🧭 St. Matthew's's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for St. Matthew's

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to St. Matthew's. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in St. Matthew's — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in St. Matthew's

St. Matthew's keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Belize. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near St. Matthew's

The closest airport to St. Matthew's is Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE), about 47 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling St. Matthew's From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving St. Matthew's needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in St. Matthew's gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond St. Matthew's

St. Matthew's rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from St. Matthew's — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About St. Matthew's

ℹ️ St. Matthew's OverviewSee the full profile of St. Matthew's — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 St. Matthew's MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near St. Matthew's for distance and direction.
💰 St. Matthew's CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To St. Matthew's

What side of the road do people drive on in St. Matthew's?

St. Matthew's, like the rest of Belize, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does St. Matthew's use?

St. Matthew's runs on 110V / 60Hz power through Type A/B sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in St. Matthew's?

In St. Matthew's, reach police on 911, ambulance on 911, fire brigade on 911, a general emergency line on 911. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to St. Matthew's?

Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) is the nearest airport to St. Matthew's, about 47 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is St. Matthew's in, and does it observe daylight saving?

St. Matthew's runs on Central Standard Time (UTC -06:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in St. Matthew's?

St. Matthew's shares the official and regional languages of Cayo District and Belize — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in St. Matthew's?

No — St. Matthew's uses the Belize dollar (BZD), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full St. Matthew's currency page for live rates.