2026 World Cup: Why Did Only Mexico Grant a Full Tax Exemption?

In the interview, Rosas explains that Mexico is the only host country to grant a full tax exemption for the tournament, a measure intended to enhance projected economic spillover from tourism and event operations, yet one that raises questions regarding revenue impact and differentiated tax treatment. He also notes that attempting to tax international organizations and foreign service providers could be administratively more burdensome for the State than granting the exemption itself.

Consult the full content of the interview here.