Los Cabos, Mexico. (Ascent/PKS Media Inc./Getty Images)
The Government of the State of Baja California Sur will officially implement the “EMBRACE IT” tax on foreign visitors who stay in the state for more than 24 hours.
This measure aims to generate funds to strengthen natural environmental conservation, community development, and local tourism infrastructure.
The established amount is $470 MXN per person (approx. $25 USD) per stay. Payment must be made exclusively online through the Travelkore platform, and travelers must present their proof of payment at the state's entry and exit points.
"Our commitment is to provide an unforgettable tourism experience while protecting our ecosystems and supporting the well-being of local communities,” Bertha Montaño Cota, Minister of Finance and Administration, said. “EMBRACE IT is a key tool to achieve this."
This initiative will be implemented in collaboration with Tourist Tax México S.A. de C.V. (TTMX), utilizing Travelkore's SaaS technology.
The resources will be intended for environmental protection, infrastructure improvement, social and cultural projects and key information, according to the Mexican state’s government statement.
The tourism tax started on June 30. All foreign visitors arriving by land and air at Los Cabos (SJD), Cabo San Lucas (CSL), La Paz (LAP), and Loreto (LTO) airports are required to pay the tax.
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