Fuel Prices in El Salvador
Reference prices per gallon, 27 October to 9 November 2026
| Zone | Superior | Regular | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central | $5.13 | $4.80 | $4.86 |
| Western and eastern | $5.14 | $4.81 | $4.86 |
Source: El Salvador.com: fuel prices unchanged until 9 November 20261
The next reference prices take effect on 9 November 2026. Prices at service stations can differ from the reference prices.1
Taxes in the price
- FOVIAL road maintenance contribution: $0.20 a gallon.
- COTRANS public transport contribution: $0.10 a gallon.
- FEFE stabilisation fund: $0.18 a gallon, on petrol only.
- Special fuel tax: 1% when oil is at or below $50 a barrel, 0.5% between $50 and $70, and none above $70.
- VAT of 13% on the sale.
Source: Diario El Mundo: Directorate of Energy starts updating the fuel reference price formula3
The formula dates from 2009 and was last reviewed in 2017. In October 2026 the DGEHM opened a tender to update it.3
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
| Cylinder | Price with general subsidy | Price with targeted subsidy |
|---|---|---|
| 35 lb | $15.50 | $7.46 |
| 25 lb | $11.13 | $3.09 |
| 20 lb | $8.98 | $0.94 |
| 10 lb | $4.61 | $0 |
Source: La Prensa Gráfica: LPG prices in El Salvador for November 20262
Without the subsidy the November 2026 reference price would be $13.62 for a 25 lb cylinder and $18.99 for 35 lb. The law that fixes consumer prices runs until May 2027.4,2
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is fuel in El Salvador?
For 27 October to 9 November 2026 the reference was $4.86 a gallon of diesel and $4.80 for regular petrol in the central zone.
Who sets fuel prices?
The Directorate General of Energy, Hydrocarbons and Mines (DGEHM) publishes reference prices for petrol and diesel every two weeks.
Are prices per litre or per gallon?
Prices are in US gallons, 3.785 litres.
Sources
- El Salvador.com: fuel prices unchanged until 9 November 2026 (in Spanish)
- La Prensa Gráfica: LPG prices in El Salvador for November 2026 (in Spanish)
- Diario El Mundo: Directorate of Energy starts updating the fuel reference price formula (in Spanish)
- Diario El Mundo: LPG price rises by up to $2.15 in November but is unchanged for consumers (in Spanish)
Figures checked 8 November 2026. Prepared by InvestSalvador.com for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.
