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Uruguay air connectivity incentive program

Overview

Uruguay has introduced a new strategy to enhance international air connectivity and boost tourism through a joint incentive fund. Established under Decree 219/026, the initiative is a partnership between the Ministry of Tourism and Aeropuertos Uruguay.

The fund has an annual capacity of up to US$ 2.5 million, with the state and the airport concessionaire each contributing up to US$ 1.25 million. The program utilizes a results-based mechanism where airlines can receive US$ 15 for every additional foreign passenger transported compared to the previous semester. Furthermore, companies that open new regular routes are eligible for one-time payments ranging from US$ 17,500 to US$ 40,000.

Tourism Minister Pablo Menoni characterized the mechanism as a “results-based growth reward rather than a standard subsidy.” The program is currently operational, with the first payments expected to be processed following the close of the second semester starting in January.

Entities

Uruguay · Pablo Menoni · Ministry of Tourism · GOL Linhas Aéreas · Salta

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Uruguay launches $2.5M fund to boost air connectivity

    Uruguay has launched a $2.5 million annual incentive fund to boost international air connectivity by rewarding airlines for new routes and increased foreign passenger volumes.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Uruguay launches incentive fund to boost air connectivity

    Uruguay has launched a US$ 2.5 million annual incentive fund to encourage airlines to develop new international routes and increase tourist arrivals to the country.

Sources

eldia.uy · elintra.com.ar · nacion.com.uy · realestate-in-uruguay.com