Following a meeting with Mexican government officials, the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) has welcomed a delay in implementating the new tax on cruise guests.
It has been pushed back six months to mid-2025.
Still, it is just a temporary reprieve, the FCCA says that will still cause significant damage to the industry and impact livelihoods reliant on cruise tourism.
“More comprehensive measures are required to address broader concerns about the tax’s devastating impact on cruise tourism, Mexico’s economy, and coastal communities,” the FCCA says.
The tax would impose an additional charge of $42 per passenger in taxes and fees.
“This is a staggering 213% more than the average cost at Caribbean ports, raising serious questions about the competitiveness of Mexican destinations in the global cruise market.”
The FCCA warns it will deter cruise guests and likely see a decline in port calls.
In 2025, Mexico is expected to welcome around 10 million cruisers
