Mexico Spot Raises Tourist Tax for 2026

February 26, 2026·27 days ago·via SFGATE

Baja California Sur doubles down on its "Embrace It" tourist fee, raising it from 470 to 488 Mexican pesos-about $27 USD-for all international visitors over age 12 staying more than 24 hours. The tax, effective January 1, 2026, funds environmental protection, tourism infrastructure, waste management, clean energy, and eco-tourism education.

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