Tourism returns 18 times the incentives, says Asonahores

JSBy Joan SanzCurated by Joan Sanz. · August 10, 2026 · Follow on LinkedIn

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Asonahores has said it again, loud and clear: the Ministry of Tourism (Mitur) gives back to society 18 times the incentives it receives from the state. Simple math: every peso the state leaves on the table becomes foreign currency, jobs and activity across the entire supply chain.

The core message is that incentives should stay. This is not a whim of the hotel sector. As Asonahores points out, the model works and any swing in tax policy shows up next season. What is needed is certainty for long-term investors.

My take: rather than debating whether to scrap or keep them, it is worth thinking about how to optimize them so the social payoff stays this high. The Dominican Republic has an engine that multiplies. Protecting it is the smart move.

Quick questions

What does Asonahores say about tourism incentives?

Asonahores says tourism gives back to society 18 times the incentives it receives from the state and asks to keep them to avoid slowing growth.

How much does tourism return for every peso of incentive?

According to the association, the return is 18 times. Every peso the state does not collect turns into currency, jobs and economic activity.

Why does Asonahores want to keep incentives?

Because the model works. Any change in tax policy adds uncertainty for hotel investors and affects the upcoming season.

What would happen if incentives were removed?

The association argues tourism would lose ground in the Caribbean. It says it would be a risk for investment and job creation.

Who benefits from this stance?

The whole Dominican tourism chain, from big resorts to small suppliers, because incentives help sustain currency inflows and employment.

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