Confotur Law
Expert assistance with tax exemption processes and benefits (Law 158-01).
Law 158-01 on Tourism Incentives, known as the Confotur Law, offers significant tax benefits for tourism and real estate projects in the Dominican Republic. Our team guides you through the entire application and compliance process.
Tax Benefits
Transfer Tax Exemption: approved projects may be exempt from ITBIS (18%) on the purchase of construction materials.
Import Duty Exemption: the machinery and equipment the project needs can be imported free of customs duties.
Income Tax Exemption: during the construction period and the first years of operation.
Who Can Qualify?
- Hotels and resorts - Villa and condominium projects - Golf course developments - Rural tourism projects - Marinas and tourist ports
Our Service
1. Project eligibility assessment 2. Preparation of the required documentation 3. Formal application to the Tourism Promotion Council (CONFOTUR) 4. Follow-up of the approval process 5. Ongoing compliance advisory
- Significant tax savings
- Personalized advisory
- Simplified process
- Guaranteed compliance
How long does it take to get approval?
The process typically takes 3-6 months, depending on the complexity of the project.
Which projects qualify?
Tourism and hotel projects, residential developments in tourist areas, and tourism infrastructure projects.
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