Management Trump continues This week one The new rate will only apply to foreigners in the United States. Specifically, it is the update that imposes Additional $100 for international tourists Who want to visit some of the most emblematic national parks of that country.
he Department of the Interior (DOIfor its abbreviation in English) was introduced by A New tariff structure Which, as he explained in a statement, Seeks to prioritize American families Transferring part of the maintenance cost to tourists from abroad.
from January 1, 2026, Visitors who do not reside in the United States will face an increase Great for covering Major national parksAnd among them Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite and the Rocky Mountains.
DOI reported it A non-resident annual pass costs $250more than three times US$80 will be paid by Americans. Those who choose not to purchase this card must pay Additional amount of USD 100 per person, In addition to the usual admission price.
Formal justification focuses on a standard “Priority for residents”. The Minister of Interior said in a statement to the agency Doug BurgumHe stressed that “these policies guarantee this.” American taxpayerswhich already holds National Park Systemcontinue to enjoy affordable access, while… International visitors “They are doing their part to preserve and improve the parks for future generations.”
The White House reinforced this message with a post on the social media network X summarizing the logic of the change: “Americans offer reasonable prices while foreigners pay much more.”
According to a report by L CNN, The ad arrives at a The moment the influx of foreigners into American parks decreasesMotivated by Tariff policies and Anti-immigrant measures From the Trump administration.
Yellowstoneone of the busiest destinations, recorded a A clear decline in the attendance of international tourists In recent years: From representing 30% of all visitors in 2018, their percentage has risen to 14.8% in 2024, according to a report by the National Park Service (NPS).
Meanwhile, another analysis from the National Parks Conservation Association warned that… impact Government shutdownthe longest in US historyis still felt.
According to the association, during that period. The parks lost about $41 million in uncollected admission and entertainment feesThis has left protected areas with fewer staff and resources to maintain them.
In addition Tariff increase For foreign visitors, the Ministry of the Interior has announced a range of supplementary measures. among them Stand out “National days without fees for residents”Which will be implemented on specific dates next year.
In parallel, Arrival A Modern reservation system and improved access for motorcyclistsinitiatives that have been described as “the most significant update to access to national parks in decades.”