How much money does Mexico get on tourism?

According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), Mexico's tourism industry contributed USD 242.4 billion to the country's GDP in 2019, which accounted for 8.6% of the total GDP. This makes tourism one of the most important economic sectors in Mexico, generating millions of jobs and contributing significantly to the country's overall economic growth and development.

Here is a breakdown of tourism's contribution to Mexico's economy in 2019, as reported by the WTTC:

Direct contribution: The tourism industry directly contributed USD 121.4 billion to GDP, which represents around 4% of the total GDP. This includes revenue generated by hotels, restaurants, transportation, tour operators, and other tourism-related businesses.

Indirect contribution: The tourism industry also indirectly contributed USD 121 billion to GDP, which is equivalent to around 4.6% of the total GDP. This refers to the economic benefits that tourism generates in other sectors, such as agriculture, manufacturing, and construction.

In terms of employment, the tourism industry in Mexico supported 6 million jobs directly and indirectly in 2019, accounting for 10.9% of the total employment in the country. These jobs include workers in hotels, restaurants, transportation, tour operators, and other tourism-related services.

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted Mexico's tourism industry in 2020 and 2021, leading to a decline in international tourist arrivals and a decrease in tourism revenue. However, the industry is gradually recovering, and the Mexican government has implemented various measures to support and promote tourism, including health and safety protocols, vaccination campaigns, and infrastructure development.