Dominican Republic Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| British | Yes | Yes | No |
| EU | Yes | Yes | No |
| USA | Yes | Yes | No |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | No |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | No |
Passports
A passport valid for six months is required by most nationals to enter the Dominican Republic.
Visas
The Dominican Republic permits nationals from numerous countries to enter for tourism purposes without a visa. These include all EU member states, as well as Australia, Canada, Japan, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Russia, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, the United States, and many countries across Central and South America. As entry requirements are subject to change, travellers are advised to verify the latest regulations before departure.
All foreign and Dominican passengers entering or departing the Dominican Republic on commercial flights must complete the free electronic entry and exit form at eticket.migracion.gob.do as soon as you have your flight information.
Types and Cost
Visa fees can vary based on the applicant's nationality.
Application to
Contact the nearest embassy or consulate.
Working days
The length of processing time depends on the applicant's nationality and where the application is made.
Sufficient Funds
Visitors must show that they can cover their expenses while in the Dominican Republic.
Extension of stay
See the Migration Department website for information.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
Embassy and Consulate of the Dominican Republic in the USA
Telephone: +1 202 332 7670
Website: http://www.drembassyusa.org
Address: NW, 1715 22nd Street, Washington, 20008,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1600 (Embassy)
Mon-Thu 0900-1300 and 1400-1500 (Consular)
Fri 0900-1300 (Consular)
Embassy of the Dominican Republic in the UK
Telephone: +44 20 7262 6856
Website: http://www.dominicanembassy.org.uk
Address: High Holborn, 8 Gloucester Square, London, W2 2TJ,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1500
British Embassy in the Dominican Republic
Telephone: (809) 472 7111
Website: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-santo-domingo
Address: Edificio Corominas Pepin, Ave 27 de Febrero No 233, Santo Domingo, ,
Opening times:
Mon-Thu 0900-1200, and 1300-1600
Fri 0900-1300
