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A tourism tax for a more sustainable Baja California Sur (BCS).
The tax is established in Article 129 bis of the Finance Law of the State of BCS. All international visitors are required to pay $488 Mexican pesos to support local development, sustainability projects, and other initiatives in the destination.
Payments can only be made online and must be paid before leaving the state.
Mandatory tourism tax for Baja California Sur
Embrace IT is a tax charged by the State of Baja California Sur to all international travelers who stay in the state for more than 24 hours.
Visitors are subject to a fee of $470 MXN (approx. $25 USD depending on the exchange rate) under Article 129 Bis for the use and enjoyment of public infrastructure works and services aimed at preventing, mitigating, or compensating for damage.
Please note that Embrace IT is different from the TUA (airport usage tax) that is added to airline tickets and must be paid separately.
How Embrace IT supports Baja California Sur
The core aim of Embrace IT supports responsible tourism development in Baja California Sur. Collected funds are allocated to:
These investments help preserve the region’s natural beauty and cultural authenticity, reinforcing Baja California Sur’s long-term appeal as a world-class travel destination.
Answers to common Embrace IT questions
What is Embrace IT?
Embrace IT is a tax charged by the State of Baja California Sur to all international travelers who stay in the state for more than 24 hours. Visitors are subject to a fee of $470 MXN (approx. $25 USD depending on the exchange rate) and is indicated in the following law:
Article 129 Bis.- Foreign tourists entering the state shall pay the fee referred to in this article for the use and enjoyment of the works carried out by the state for infrastructure on public property and for the provision of services in the exercise of its public functions, aimed at preventing, mitigating, or compensating for alterations or damage to the same.
Please note that Embrace IT is different from the TUA (airport usage tax) that is added to airline tickets and must be paid separately.
What is the usage fee used for?
These resources will be allocated to the Trust for the Administration of State Infrastructure. These funds support public safety, crime victims, health services, employment support, sports, agricultural and fishing development, tourism and social infrastructure, housing, education, and culture in the state.
Who has to pay? Who is exempt?
All international travelers, over 12 years of age, who visit the state of Baja California Sur for more than 24 hours - whether it is for business, vacation, study or medical care - are required to make the corresponding payment to Embrace IT.
Those who are exempt:
- Children 12 and under
- Those with Mexican residency status
How much is the fee?
$488 MXN per visitor.
How do I pay Embrace IT?
Embrace IT can be paid online through the authorized websites.
Payment can be made securely by credit card (AMEX, Mastercard, VISA) or Paypal.
Please note that the fee is not included in any airline ticket or hotel reservation and must be paid separately.
When do I have to pay?
You must pay the tax BEFORE leaving the state. To avoid delays at the airport, we recommend paying in advance.
Will I receive a receipt?
You will receive receipts with a QR code for each passenger by email, sent immediately after completing payment.
The form can be completed in minutes and accepts groups of up to 10 travelers per transaction (passport details required).
What happens if I accidently delete my QR code?
You can easily retrieve your QR code by logging into your Carekore account. The code will remain in your account until you remove it or close your account.
Who should I show my QR code to?
Travelers may be randomly selected to present proof of payment. Keep a copy of your QR codes to show when requested.
Is the service refundable?
If the QR code is not delivered, all charges will be refunded.
There are no refunds under any circumstances once the QR code has been delivered to you.
What credit cards do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, and Amex.
When will I receive my QR code?
The QR code is generated immediately after your payment is processed. You will receive an email containing your QR code and you may also log into your free Carekore account to view or download your QR code.
What is Travelkore?
Travelkore is the official Visitax Payment system for Embrace IT. Travelkore manages all aspects of Embrace IT including payment, QR code issuance and customer service.
Does Travelkore store your credit card information?
Travelkore does not store this data as it still may be vulnerable to a data breach. Even with security measures in place, storing credit card information online will puts you at increased risk of card information being stolen and criminals using it for fraudulent purchases. Manually entering your card information when you make a purchase, as is the case here, significantly reduces the chance of it being compromised.
What is Carekore?
We create a Carekore account for you the first time you use our services. You can access all your services through this account and the information contained in your account is secure.
More features for Carekore are coming soon.
Can I store other important documents in my Carekore account?
Yes, you can.