Baja California Sur Tourist Tax

Since June 2025, all foreign visitors aged 15 and over who stay more than 24 hours in Baja California Sur — including Los Cabos, La Paz, Loreto and Todos Santos — must pay a tourism tax of 470 MXN (about $25–26 USD) per person. It’s a one-time, per-trip charge under Article 129bis of the state finance law, and it applies however you arrive: by air, cruise or road.

This mandatory tax funds state infrastructure, environmental protection and public services that benefit residents and visitors alike.

How to Pay the Tourism Tax

The tax is paid online, before you leave the state, and takes just a few minutes:

1. Open the payment portal and add each traveler (up to 10 people per form).
2. Enter your passport number, email address and arrival date.
3. Pay securely by card.
4. Save the emailed receipt with its QR code — that’s your proof of payment.

Pre-paying before you fly is strongly recommended so you aren’t caught in a line on arrival or departure.

Tourism Tax FAQ

• Do I need to pay if I’m just connecting through the airport?
  No. Transit passengers staying less than 24 hours are exempt.
• Are children required to pay?
  No. Only travelers aged 15 and over are required to pay.
• Can I pay for multiple travelers on one form?
  Yes. Up to 10 travelers can be included in one payment form.
• Is this only for air travel?
  No. The tax applies to all entry points: airports, cruise ports and road crossings.
• Can I pay after I arrive?
  Yes, but pre-payment is strongly recommended to avoid delays.
• Is the tax per day or per trip?
  It is per trip, not per day.
• What if I forget to pay?
  You may be required to pay at the airport or your departure point before you leave.
• Who do I show my receipt to?
  Have it ready for inspection during airport check-in or departure-point security if requested.
• Can I get a refund?
  No. Once issued, the payment is non-refundable.
• Do I need a COVID-19 vaccine or test to enter Mexico?
  No. No vaccine or PCR test is required to enter or exit Baja California Sur. Check with your airline for any carrier-specific requirements.

How the Baja Tourism Tax Is Used

Funds collected are administered by the Trust for State Infrastructure and support:

• Maintenance of beaches, parks and reserves
• Transportation and road improvements
• Tourist safety and emergency services
• Environmental and conservation programs
• Public investment in education, healthcare and housing