Los Cabos Tourism Tax
All foreign visitors aged 15 and over staying more than 24 hours in Baja California Sur must pay a one-time 470 MXN (~$25 USD) tourism tax. Pay online in minutes, save your QR receipt, and skip the queue.
Who must pay
Entry Requirements for Baja California Sur
The tax applies to every foreign visitor entering the state, however they arrive — by air, cruise or road.
You must pay if
You match all three conditions below during your visit to Los Cabos, La Paz, Loreto or Todos Santos.
- •You are a foreign (non-Mexican) visitor.
- •You are 15 years of age or older.
- •You stay more than 24 hours in Baja California Sur.
You are exempt if
You do not need to pay the BCS tourism tax in the following cases.
- •You are transiting less than 24 hours through the airport.
- •You are under 15 years of age.
- •You are a Mexican national or a legal resident of BCS.
How it works
Pay the Tourism Tax in Three Steps
Pre-pay before you fly so you are not caught in a line on arrival or departure.
Enter traveler details
Add each traveler (up to 10 per form) with passport number, email and arrival date.
3 minutesPay securely by card
Fixed 470 MXN per person (~$25 USD). Visa, Mastercard and Amex accepted.
EncryptedSave your QR receipt
Receive the official receipt with QR code by email — that is your proof of payment.
InstantWhy pre-pay online
Skip the line at the airport
Pre-paying the BCS tourism tax online is faster, safer, and keeps your holiday starting on time.
Secure payment
PCI-DSS card processing with strong customer authentication.
Instant QR receipt
Emailed immediately after payment, ready for airport scan.
3 minutes to complete
Up to 10 travelers per single form — one payment, one receipt.
Support 7 days a week
Multilingual help before, during and after payment.
Where your money goes
How the Baja Tourism Tax Is Used
Funds are administered by the Trust for State Infrastructure and reinvested into the destination.
Beaches, parks & reserves
Maintenance of natural areas that make Los Cabos unforgettable.
Transportation & roads
Improvements to state roads and public transportation.
Tourist safety
Emergency services and support for visitors in the state.
Environmental programs
Marine, desert and turtle conservation projects.
Health, education & housing
Public investment that benefits residents and visitors.
Frequently asked
Tourism Tax FAQ
Everything travelers ask about the Baja California Sur tourism tax.
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Traveler Support
Questions about the BCS tourism tax? Our team responds within one business day.
Availability — Monday to Sunday, 08:00 – 22:00 (local time).
Email support in English and Spanish.
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