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Potable water

For industrial and commercial establishments, state institutions, autonomous official institutions, and municipalities, the rate is established as follows: 

Monthly bill = (m3 x aqueduct rate) + monthly sewage rate

Range of Consumption (m3)
Water Supply Tariff (US$)
Sewerage Tariff (US$)
Greater than 0 to 5
3.76*
0.10
Greater than 5 to 20
0.41
0.10
Greater than 20 to 30
0.722
2.00
Greater than 30 to 50
0.972
2.80
Greater than 50 to 60
1.222
3.00
Greater than 60 to 90
1.522
3.30
Greater than 90 to 100
1.722
3.60
Greater than 100 to 500
1.822
4.00

Legally register water extraction sources

Individuals, companies, water boards, NGOs, governmental institutions, and drilling companies that wish to legally register their water extraction sources must comply with the General Water Resources Law and carry out the corresponding procedures at the Salvadoran Water Authority (ASA).

Services that can be requested:

  • Registration of drilling company
  • Authorization of use and exploitation
  • Exploration permit
  • Registration of wells
  • Industry and service fees
  • Discharge permit
  • Water Board Registration
  • Public allocation of water resources
  • Environmental compensation
  • Citizen’s complaint
 

All permits and authorizations for water extraction sources are done quickly, easily, and in a short period.

Access the official site of the Salvadoran Water Authority to manage procedures. https://www.asa.gob.sv/empresa/

Internet Connection

The broadband internet access service with which you can have unlimited internet for your office, business, or company is through a physical network that combines fiber optic and coaxial.

The rates vary according to the provider, but on average you can contract services for