Cruise passengers now need to pay a higher fee to enjoy Mexico's sunny weather and warm waters.

The popular tourist destination doubled its cruise passenger fee for foreigners on Aug. 1. Called the no-resident duty, it has risen from $5 to $10, and is collected by the cruise lines during booking.

This is the first in a series of incremental increases. On July 1, 2027, the fee will rise to $15 and then to $21 on Aug. 1, 2028.

Mexico's Congress first voted in favor of a proposed $42 tax on every cruise guest arriving at one of the country's ports in December 2024, with the original date for implementation set for Jan. 1, 2025.

This major cruise line just revealed a new Caribbean beach destination

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas is the cruise line’s newest Icon Class ship and the largest vessel to debut in Europe. From dazzling entertainment and immersive dining to sprawling neighborhoods and eye-catching public spaces, take a look inside the ship before it begins sailing the Mediterranean and, later this year, the Caribbean.A view of Central Park from above on Legend of the Seas.
Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas is the cruise line’s newest Icon Class ship and the largest vessel to debut in Europe. From dazzling entertainment and immersive dining to sprawling neighborhoods and eye-catching public spaces, take a look inside the ship before it begins sailing the Mediterranean and, later this year, the Caribbean.A view of Central Park from above on Legend of the Seas.
A cabin sleeping area aboard Legend of the Seas.
A cabin sleeping area aboard Legend of the Seas.
A cabin desk area with a light-up mirror.
A cabin desk area with a light-up mirror.
A cabin balcony on Legend of the Seas.
A cabin balcony on Legend of the Seas.
The Pearl Café, where passengers can grab coffee and snacks and enjoy prime views of the water.
The Pearl Café, where passengers can grab coffee and snacks and enjoy prime views of the water.
A giant octopus art piece hangs next to the Pearl.
A giant octopus art piece hangs next to the Pearl.
Legend's onboard AquaTheater.
Legend's onboard AquaTheater.
The Overlook, an observation and lounge area surrounded by glass.
The Overlook, an observation and lounge area surrounded by glass.
The plant-filled Central Park area aboard Legend of the Seas offers guests fresh air.
The plant-filled Central Park area aboard Legend of the Seas offers guests fresh air.
Izumi in the Park, a Japanese food walk-up window in Central Park.
Izumi in the Park, a Japanese food walk-up window in Central Park.
Central Park features quiet corners to relax.
Central Park features quiet corners to relax.
Surfside is an area entirely dedicated to families with kids, with a carousel, candy shop and more.
Surfside is an area entirely dedicated to families with kids, with a carousel, candy shop and more.
Surfside features plenty of places for kids to play.
Surfside features plenty of places for kids to play.
The Lemon Post serves colorful drinks with menus for both kids and grown-ups.
The Lemon Post serves colorful drinks with menus for both kids and grown-ups.
The entrance to Hollywoodland Supper Club, the third iteration of the Icon Class supper club concept.
The entrance to Hollywoodland Supper Club, the third iteration of the Icon Class supper club concept.
Legend's AquaDome Market food hall features new venues like Seoulmate, serving Korean cuisine.
Legend's AquaDome Market food hall features new venues like Seoulmate, serving Korean cuisine.
Thrill Island is an area fittingly dedicated to thrilling activities.
Thrill Island is an area fittingly dedicated to thrilling activities.
The Category 6 water park towers over Legend's top decks.
The Category 6 water park towers over Legend's top decks.
Passengers can enjoy a less intense activity at the Lost Dunes mini golf course.
Passengers can enjoy a less intense activity at the Lost Dunes mini golf course.
The Lime & Coconut bar is located conveniently close to the ship's pools.
The Lime & Coconut bar is located conveniently close to the ship's pools.
Guests can unwind on in-water loungers in the Chill Island area.
Guests can unwind on in-water loungers in the Chill Island area.
The Dueling Pianos bar features themed decor.
The Dueling Pianos bar features themed decor.

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas is the cruise line’s newest Icon Class ship and the largest vessel to debut in Europe. From dazzling entertainment and immersive dining to sprawling neighborhoods and eye-catching public spaces, take a look inside the ship before it begins sailing the Mediterranean and, later this year, the Caribbean.

A view of Central Park from above on Legend of the Seas.

The cruise industry immediately pushed back, with the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) citing "far-reaching consequences," such as lowering demand for Mexico itineraries due to the higher cost and other "economic ripple effects," according to a press release.

Cruising is a major part of Mexico's tourism sector, with 11.2 million passengers arriving in 2025, according to Mexico Business News.

Mexico isn't the only popular cruise destination attempting to increase costs for those arriving by sea.

In May, Barcelona announced a proposal by Mayor Jaume Collboni to double its 4-euro daily municipal surcharge on cruises that spend less than 12 hours in the capital, but not those starting or ending there. The fee is awaiting approval from the city council and is likely to take effect after 2027. The cost is intended to offset the overcrowding caused by stopover cruises, as those passengers have less economic impact on the city.

On Dec. 31, 2025, Hawaii's proposed tax on cruises was blocked by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals the day before going into effect. The "Green Fee" was slated to be the very first tax on cruisers to the Aloha State, with proceeds intended to fund climate-change resiliency projects and other environmental initiatives. The industry trade group Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) filed a lawsuit over the tax in August 2025, alleging the fee violates federal law.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Mexico's cruise fee just doubled. More increases are coming.