New Mexican Foreign Worker's Policy??? what?

I am not sure, but I think this is a fee the photographer would have to pay, not you. I remember my photographer had to claim her equipment in customs, and since she told them she was entering the country to work, they taxed her (since she was making money in their country). I think it was something like that. She porbably didn't have to admit to it, but she wanted to cover herself just incase.

Valeria has sent me several emails on this--- evidently the resort has been sanctioned for not going by the regulations in the past......

Hi Shannon,

Perfect, please remember they should present to the On site wedding coordinator the legal paperwork, provided by the Mexican Government in order to provide this services, is called in Spanish (RFC)

This is important since the Hotel has been sanctioned for not paying taxes for this outsider providers services.

thanks.-

If any doubt arises, please, do not hesitate to contact me, I will be more than happy to assist you.

Sincerely Yours,

Valeria Martinez.

Wedding Sales Executive

Ok - so Claudia is based in Mexico, I believe, but I received this email from Monica today:

"Also, Claudia will have to show a copy of her "RFC" upon arrival to the hotel (this are their working documents in order to declare taxes); I apologize for the inconveniences this may cause you, unfortunately this are new Hotel & Mexican Government policies, the hotel has been sanctioned for permitting professional foreigner photographers working at the Hotel, with no working permission from the Government, and for this reason they are asking these requirements."

Im just a friend that has a couple of cameras.. I travel light (small bag) and use camera bodies that are small and they "look" like the same ones other people in your party will have.. no problems yet...