¿Quién puede beneficiarse de CONFOTUR?

Cualquier persona (dominicana o extranjera) que compre una unidad en un proyecto clasificado por CONFOTUR. No hay restricción de nacionalidad ni residencia.

¿Cuánto dura la exención CONFOTUR?

La exención del IPI dura 15 años a partir de la fecha de clasificación del proyecto. La exención del impuesto de transferencia aplica al momento de la compra.

¿CONFOTUR aplica a propiedades usadas?

No. CONFOTUR solo aplica a la primera compra en un proyecto aprobado. La reventa ya no tiene exención de transferencia, aunque la exención del IPI sigue vigente si quedan años del período de 15 años.

¿Puedo perder el beneficio CONFOTUR?

Sí, si el proyecto pierde su clasificación por incumplimiento. También si cambias el uso del inmueble (de turístico a otro uso).

¿CONFOTUR aplica en Santo Domingo?

Sí, hay proyectos aprobados en Santo Domingo, especialmente en zonas turísticas como la Ciudad Colonial, el Malecón, y proyectos de uso mixto.

CONFOTUR: Tax Exemption for Tourism Projects

Complete guide on the CONFOTUR Law and how to obtain tax exemption when purchasing properties in approved tourism projects in the Dominican Republic. Updated 2026.

What is CONFOTUR?

CONFOTUR (Tourism Promotion Council) is the agency created by the Law 158-01 that grants tax benefits to tourism real estate projects in the Dominican Republic. Buyers of units in projects approved by CONFOTUR receive 100% exemption from the Real Estate Transfer Tax (3%) and the Property Tax (IPI) for a period of 15 years.

Tax benefits of CONFOTUR

Exemption from the Transfer Tax (3%): When purchasing the property, the 3% transfer tax that normally applies is not paid.
Exemption from the IPI for 15 years: The Property Tax (1% annually on properties over RD$9.86M) is exempt.
Exemption from ITBIS: The purchase does not generate ITBIS (18%).
Estimated savings: On a property of US$200,000, the savings can exceed US$15,000 just in the first 5 years.

How to know if a project has CONFOTUR?

The developer must have the Classification Resolution issued by CONFOTUR. You can verify on the website of the Ministry of Tourism (mitur.gob.do) or directly request the resolution number from the seller. On Real Estate Portal RD, projects with CONFOTUR are identified in their listing.

Areas with the most CONFOTUR projects

The areas with the highest concentration of approved projects are: Punta Cana, Bávaro, Cap Cana, Samaná, Las Terrenas, Puerto Plata, Sosúa, Cabarete, Jarabacoa y Constanza. Santo Domingo also has approved projects, especially in areas close to the Malecón and the Colonial City.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can benefit from CONFOTUR?

Anyone (Dominican or foreign) who purchases a unit in a project classified by CONFOTUR. There are no nationality or residency restrictions.

How long does the CONFOTUR exemption last?

The IPI exemption lasts 15 years from the date of project classification. The transfer tax exemption applies at the time of purchase.

Does CONFOTUR apply to used properties?

No. CONFOTUR only applies to the first purchase in an approved project. Resale no longer has a transfer exemption, although the IPI exemption remains in effect if there are years left in the 15-year period.

Can I lose the CONFOTUR benefit?

Yes, if the project loses its classification due to non-compliance. Also, if you change the use of the property (from tourist to another use).

Does CONFOTUR apply in Santo Domingo?

Yes, there are approved projects in Santo Domingo, especially in tourist areas like the Colonial City, the Malecón, and mixed-use projects.