Entry Requirements for the Dominican Republic

Entry Requirements for the Dominican Republic (Updated 2024)

Traveling to the Dominican Republic is a Visa-Free seamless experience for visitors from various countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the European Union, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mexico, many South American countries, Central America, Japan, Israel, and more. As of April 23, 2022, the travel landscape has evolved, bringing noteworthy changes to visa requirements and COVID-19 protocols.

Entry Requirements for the Dominican Republic

Airports and other ports of entry will perform a quick, aleatory breath test to between 3% and 15% of passengers, and all those who present symptoms, upon arrival. Passengers under the age of five and crew members are exempt from this procedure. All passengers will also need to perform a temperature check. Passengers who present symptoms or whose test results are positive will be isolated and attended at authorized locations. Prior to departure, travelers should confirm with their airline provider and airport of origin regarding any testing or other related requirements for inbound flights to the Dominican Republic, or necessary requirements needed upon arrival to their country of origin.

Entry Requirements for the Dominican Republic

Presentation of vaccination cards upon arrival in the Dominican Republic
In accordance with the protocols approved by the Civil Aviation Board within the framework of its faculties, the presentation of vaccination cards will NOT be required for passengers arriving in the Dominican Republic.

Admission to hotels, resorts and services offered therein
To enter the hotels and services offered within them and to enter hotel complexes, it will not be necessary to present the vaccination card against COVID-19, nor the negative PCR test, taking into consideration the application of the strict Protocols of Risk Management previously approved for the sector.

All airports and tourism activities in the Dominican Republic are open, as well as the ports, marinas and anchorage facilities to receive yachts, ferries, and cruise ships.

E-TICKET

The Dominican Republic adopted an electronic system providing digital versions of the Traveler’s Health Affidavit, Customs Declaration and International Embarkation/Disembarkation forms, combined in a single digital form. All passengers entering and departing the country on commercial flights will be required to fill out and submit their digital forms through the Electronic Ticket Portal either before or upon their arrival to the country. To save time during the arrival procedure, we recommend filling out the form 72 hours before the trip, printing or making a screenshot of the QR code and keeping it on hand until arrival, where it will be scanned by the authorities when the passenger goes through Customs. Passengers will need to fill out a form for arrival and another one for departure and the system will generate two QR codes. The QR code will not be scanned during departure, but it is a confirmation that the form was completed correctly. If you need to make a change to the form, in the E-ticket portal you can select the option to consult the issued E-ticket, enter the application code of the form and make the necessary changes. Dominican airports have free internet access, so that passengers who did not fill out the form before flying can do so when they arrive in the country. For additional information and to watch an instructional video, please visit: https://viajerodigital.mitur.gob.do/. Passengers arriving on private flights, non-commercial vessels, ferries, cruise ships, etc., do not need to fill out the electronic form. The physical Traveler’s Health Affidavit, Customs Declaration and International Embarkation/Disembarkation forms will be accepted for the aforementioned passengers.

STAY EXTENSION

If staying beyond 30 days, expect an additional fee upon departure–determined on a sliding scale according to the total length of your stay. See the applicable fees and upload required documents here, to be paid online before departure or at the airport’s immigration section–after check-in and past security–upon departure.

For more information, please visit https://www.godominicanrepublic.com/newsroom/coronavirus/ where you will be able to find all relevant information about the measures that are being implemented in the country’s tourism industry.

VISAS

The Dominican Republic issues tourist, business, work, student, and residency visas. Tourist visas can be issued for one or several entries. Any person, regardless of their nationality, can visit Dominican Republic if they are a legal resident of or, if they have one of the following valid visas in their passport: United States, Canada, United Kingdom or Schengen. Travelers who do not have a passport or visa from countries listed above or from other authorized countries will need to apply for a visa. To issue a visa the passport needs to have a validity of at least six (6) months.

See list of Dominican consulates abroad here.

The departure tax is US$20. It is already included in your airline ticket fare.

Be sure to always check for up-to-date requirements before traveling.

CUSTOMS

You are allowed to bring the following items into the Dominican Republic:

A maximum of 20 packs of cigarettes, 25 cigars, or 200 grams of tobacco.
Up to three (3) liters in total of wine, beer, rum, whiskey, or liquor.
You may also bring in gifts of a value of up to US$500 (five hundred United States Dollars) once every three months.
Medicines for personal use, in quantities that justify the exclusive use of the passenger. In the case of medicines that contain psychotropic substances, you must present the prescription for their use.

Click HERE for more information.

Do You Need a Passport for Punta Cana?

Yes, a valid passport is a non-negotiable requirement for traveling to Punta Cana. Whether you’re arriving from the United States, Canada, Europe, or elsewhere, having a passport is mandatory for entry into the Dominican Republic. Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity beyond your planned departure date.

FAQs:

Do Children Need Passports?
- Yes, all travelers, regardless of age, need a passport to enter Punta Cana. This includes infants and minors.
Can I Use a Passport Card?
- While a passport card is sufficient for land and sea travel to certain destinations, flying to Punta Cana requires a traditional passport book.
How Far in Advance Should My Passport Expire?
- It’s recommended to renew your passport if it has less than six months of validity beyond your intended departure date to avoid any complications.
Do I Need a Visa in Addition to a Passport?
- Most visitors to Punta Cana do not require a visa for short stays. However, check the specific visa requirements based on your nationality.
Is a COVID-19 Vaccination Card Required?
- As of the latest update in April 2022, a COVID-19 Vaccination Card is not required for entry into Punta Cana. However, travelers should stay informed about any changes to travel protocols.
What if I Lose My Passport in Punta Cana?
- Report the loss to local authorities and contact your embassy or consulate immediately. Carry a photocopy of your passport separately for such emergencies.
Can I Travel to Punta Cana with a Soon-to-Expire Passport?
- To avoid potential issues, ensure your passport has ample validity, ideally more than six months, beyond your planned departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

WHERE CAN I GET A COVID-19 (ANTIGEN OR PCR) TEST TO TRAVEL BACK TO MY COUNTRY?

Many countries require a negative COVID-19 test before boarding your departing flight or entering your home country. Please confirm with the authorities of your destination country the specific type of viral test you need (PCR, antigen or antibodies) and the time it should be administered (48, 72 or 96 hours). It is important to note that these requirements depend on the authorities of other countries and can change at any time.

Below you will find a list of laboratories within the Dominican Republic that are authorized to test for COVID-19. Please confirm with each laboratory if they perform the type of test you need to travel back to your destination country, the estimated time for delivery of results and the cost. Please contact each laboratory directly. The following test prices and delivery times are subject to change.

CGE CLINICAL LABORATORY (CENTRO GASTRODIAGNÓSTICO SRL)

It has three branches strategically located in the following Santo Domingo neighborhoods:

Gazcue: Calle José Joaquín Pérez #208.
Naco: Avenida Tiradentes # 14, Plaza Alfonso Comercial, 1st Floor.
Los Prados: Calle Nicolás Ureña Mendoza #2.

COVID-19 PCR Tests:

Available at all locations. Walk in at all locations (no appointment needed).

Cost: RD$ 3,500 (approx. USD$ 60.00)
Results: 15 to 24 hours.

COVID-19 PCR PRIORITY Tests:

Available at all locations. Walk in at all locations (no appointment needed).

Cost: RD$ 4,300 (approx. USD$ 70.00)
Results: 6 to 8 hours.

COVID-19 Antigen Tests:

Available at all locations. Walk in at all locations (no appointment needed).

Cost: RD$ 1,600 (approx. USD$ 27.00)
Results: 1 to 2 hours.

For more information:

Website: www.cgelaboratorio.com/ www.cgegrupomedico.com
Contact Center: 809-221-4190 ext. 221/ 809-221-3000
WhatsApp: 829-213-4395

AMADITA CLINICAL LABORATORY

It has 47 branches strategically located nationwide for general clinical analysis.

TESTING SERVICES FOR TRAVELERS:

Antigen Tests:

This test is available at almost every branch in the country in Santo Domingo, La Romana, Bávaro, Punta Cana, Higuey, Jarabacoa, Santiago, San Pedro de Macorís an Azua, among others. This test does not require an appointment and it can be requested directly at the branch or through the following channels:

Amadita App (available for Android & IOS)
Web page www.amadita.com
WhatsApp: +1(809) 682-5414

Cost: RD$1,700 (approx. USD$30)

Results: Between 2 and 4 hours

You must present your passport.

COVID-19 PCR tests:

The COVID-19 PCR test is performed nationwide by requesting a visit to your hotel of a specialist or in person at the special collection points located in Santo Domingo and Santiago. You can request the test by completing the form required by the Ministry of Health through the following channels:

Amadita App (available for Android & IOS)
Web page www.amadita.com
WhatsApp: +1(809) 682-5414

Cost: RD$4,100 (approx. USD$72)

Results: Between 48 and 72 hours.

You must make an appointment and present your passport.

Respiratory SARS COV 2 (COVID-19) tests:

This test is performed nationwide by requesting a visit to your hotel of a specialist or in person at the special collection points located in Santo Domingo and Santiago. You can request the test through the following channels:

Amadita App (available for Android & IOS)
Web page www.amadita.com
WhatsApp: +1(809) 682-5414

Cost: RD$8,500

Results: Between 4 and 8 hours.

You must make an appointment and present your passport.

For more information contact +1(809) 682-5414 or www.amadita.com.

AMADITA CLINICAL LABORATORY AT LAS AMÉRICAS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SANTO DOMINGO)

Amadita Clinical Laboratory offers antigen and respiratory panel testing at Las Las Américas International Airports (Santo Domingo) only for emergencies.

The lab in the airport is located on the third level and is open from Monday to Sunday, between 5:00AM and 8:00 PM.

Antigen Test cost: RD$1,700

Cost of Mini Respiratory Panel with SARS COV 2 Test : RD$8,500

Results: Between 2 and 4 hours

More information:

App Amadita (available for Android & IOS)
WhatsApp: +1(809)682-5414
amadita.com

REFERENCIA CLINICAL LABORATORY

A network of 51 locations throughout the country.

Antigen Tests:

Available without appointment, starting at 2:00PM, to travelers presenting a confirmed flight itinerary and a form of identification, at the Santo Domingo, Santiago, Punta Cana, Bávaro, Higuey, La Romana, Puerto Plata, San Francisco de Macorís, La Vega, Nagua, Azua, Baní and San Juan de la Maguana branches.

Cost: RD$1,750

Results: 3 hours.

PCR Tests:

Available at all branches throughout the country with home-testing at hotels or drive-through service (Auto Service). Appointment is required.

Cost: RD$4,300

Results: 48 hours

Express PCR Test:

Available at the Santo Domingo, Punta Cana, Bávaro and La Romana branches.

Cost: RD$5,000

Results: 24 hours

For more information or to schedule an appointment:

Tel. +1(809) 221-2684 ext. 50
WhastApp: +1(809)221-5545
planciacovid@labreferencia.com
https://www.labreferencia.com/

PATRIA RIVAS CLINICAL LABORATORY

With 10 branches throughout the country, the lab also offers the service of home testing.

PCR Test:

Available in the San Cristóbal, Punta Cana and El Seibo Branches.

Cost: RD$4,300

Results: Between 48 and 72 hours.

To schedule an appointment:

WhatsApp: +1(829)292-9612

For more information:

Tel. +1 (809) -685-0950, ext. 1002 and 1003

https://patriarivas.com.do/covid-19/

email: info@patriarivas.com.do

PUNTO MÉDICO

Branches in:

Santo Domingo
Santiago
La Romana
San Cristobal
Bávaro

COVID-19 PCR tests:

Cost: USD$90

Results: Between 24 and 72 hours

An appointment is necessary. The lab also offers home testing at selected hotels.

To schedule an appointment:

https://www.puntomedico.com.do/prueba-covid-19

Tel: +1(809)338-3338 and +1(809)562-0040

Whatsapp: +1(809)562-0040

Antigen Test:

No appointment is necessary. Available at the following branches, from 7:00AM to 5:00 PM:

Punta Cana International Airport
Bávaro City Center, Bávaro.
Punto Medico Plaza Coral, Santiago
Punto Medico La Fuente, Santiago
Punto Medico Zona Universitaria, Santo Domingo,
Punto Medico Diamond Plaza, Santo Domingo.
Punto Medico Occidental Mall, Santo Domingo.
Hospital Semma, Santiago

Cost: USD$45

Results: Between 30 and 40 minutes

More information: https://www.puntomedico.com.do

PUNTO MÉDICO AT PUNTA CANA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Punto Médico laboratory offers antigen testing at the Punta Cana International Airport, from Monday to Sunday, between 7:00AM and 5:00 PM. No appointment is necessary.

Antigen Test cost: USD$45

Results: Between 30 and 40 minutes

More information:

Email: info@puntomedico.com.do, puntomedico@puntomedico.com.do
Whatsapp: +1 (809)562-0040
Tel: +1(809)338-3338 and +1(809)562-0040
puntomedico.com.do

CENTRO MÉDICO PUNTA CANA

COVID-19 PCR tests:

Cost: RD$4,500

Results: 48 hours

Antigen Tests:

Cost: RD$2,000

Results: If the test is administered at the branch, between 2 and 4 hours. If the test is administered at the hotel, between 24 and 48 hours.

Express PCR Test:

Cost: RD$5,000

Results: 24 hours

Additionally, guests staying at the following hotels can have the PCR or antigen test administered at the medical center in the property: Majestic Resorts, Nickelodeon, Catalonia Bávaro, RIU Republic, RIU Complejo, Viva Dominicus Bayahibe, Hilton Bayahibe, and Catalonia Bayahibe.

To schedule an appointment: scan this QR code

For more information call: + 1 (809) -552-1506

Call Center – 24 hours / day: +1 (809) 473-7283

Email: internacional1.cmpc@gruporescue.com

Website: https://www.centromedicopuntacana.com

HOSPITEN BÁVARO, PUNTA CANA

Hospiten has a partnership with several hotels in Punta Cana. Bávaro, Capcana and Uvero Alto to administer testing on the property. Please confirm with your hotel if they are part of this agreement.

COVID-19 PCR tests:

Cost: USD$125

Results: 24 hours

For tests administered on hotel property please check availability with Guest Services. For tests administered at the lab, please make an appointment by calling:

Tel: +1 (809) 686-1414 ext. 2560

Antigen Test:

Cost: USD$35

Results: 20 minutes

For more information:

Email: bavaro@hospiten.com

Tel: +1 (809) 686 1414

https://hospiten.com/centros-y-hospitales/cid/6

IMG HOSPITAL, PUNTA CANA

To schedule an appointment: +1 (809) 285 6116

For more information visit: https://img.hospital

BOURNIGAL MEDICAL CENTER, PUERTO PLATA

COVID-19 PCR tests:

Cost: RD$4,500

Results: 48 hours

Antigen Tests:

Cost: RD$2,000

Results: If the test is administered at the branch, between 2 and 4 hours. If the test is administered at the hotel, between 24 and 48 hours.

Express PCR Test:

Cost: RD$5,000

Results: 24 hours

Additionally, guests staying at the following hotels can have the PCR or antigen test administered at the medical center in the property: Lifestyle Hotels Cofresi, Senator, and Casa Marina Sosua.

To schedule an appointment: scan this QR code

For more information: +1 (809) 586-2342

Cellular / WhatsApp +1 (829) 679-3155 (Monday to Friday from 8 am-6pm)

Email: internacional.cmbo@gruporescue.com

For more information: https://www.centromedicobournigal.com

BOURNIGAL MEDICAL CENTER AT GREGORIO LUPERÓN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, PUERTO PLATA

Antigen Tests:

Service available from 10:00Am to 5:00PM.

Cost: RD$2,000

Results: Between 20 and 30 minutes

HOSPITEN SANTO DOMINGO

COVID-19 PCR tests:

Cost: USD$125

Results: Same day, approximately 3 to 4 hours

Tests are administered only in the mornings, starting at 8:00 AM, from Monday to Friday.

For more information:

Tel: +1 (809) 541 30 00 ext. 2840

Email: evelyn.delossantos@hospiten.com

For more information visit: https://hospiten.com/centros-y-hospitales/cid/4

CENTRO DIAGNÓSTICO DE HELICOBÁCTER PYLORI Y LABORATORIO CLÍNICO ESPECIALIZADO, SANTO DOMINGO

Antigen Tests:

Cost: RD$3,000

Results: Between 1 and 2 hours.

An appointment is not necessary but suggested. Walk-ins welcomed and served on a first-come basis.

For more information or to schedule an appointment:

Tel: +1 (809) 567-1996 or +1(809) 732-7044 (for information in English please ask to speak to Dr. Lyanne Santana)

Whatsapp: +1(809)857-1952

Email: l.helicobacter@gmail.com

Address: Calle Frank Félix Miranda #11. Ensanche Naco. Santo Domingo

LABORATORIO CLÍNICO SIRENY. LAS TERRENAS. SAMANÁ

It is strategically located in the municipality of Las Terrenas, Samaná. It has clinical analysis services in general and also offers testing service for travelers.

Antígen test COVID-19:
Available by appointment at home or at the hotel. It is essential to have a passport if it is for travel. Also available with self-service in the laboratory parking lot, on a first-come, first-served basis.

Cost: RD$3,500 (aprox. USD$62)

Results: 24 horas

COVID-19 PCR tests:
Available with Self Service in the laboratory parking lot. It is essential to make an appointment.

Cost: RD$ 6,500 (aprox. USD$114)

Results: 24 to 48 hours

To schedule an appointment or for more information:

Tel. +1(809) 240-5910

WhatsApp +1(809) 847-3880

Cel. +1(809) 756-7476

HOW CAN I REDUCE MY CHANCES OF CONTRACTING COVID-19?

General measures to protect against respiratory diseases include:

Frequently clean your hands (wash them with soap and water or alcohol solutions), especially after direct contact with sick people or their environment.
Avoid contact with people with signs of a respiratory illness, such as coughing or sneezing.
Cover your mouth and nose with disposable tissues when you cough or sneeze, and then wash your hands.

These measures also help protect you against frequent illnesses like the flu.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I SUSPECT I HAVE COVID-19?

If you suspect that you have symptoms of COVID-19, the United States Center for Disease Control advises you to take the following steps:

Stay in your home or hotel room and call the doctor before going for a medical visit.
Avoid contact with other people and animals.
Wear a mask.
Cover your mouth or nose with a disposable tissue when you cough or sneeze.
Wash your hands regularly and for at least 20 seconds.
Avoid sharing personal items with others.
Clean all high-contact surfaces every day.
Monitor your symptoms.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF THE CORONAVIRUS?

The most common symptoms are fever, cough, and feeling short of breath. In some cases, there may also be digestive symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain. Symptoms can be aggravated in vulnerable individuals such as the elderly or people with compromised immune systems, among others.

ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS TO GENERAL AND COMMERCIAL AVIATION FOR THE BOLIVARIAN REPUBLIC OF VENEZUELA?

COVID-19: general aviation flights arriving from and departing to Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela airports (MAIQUETIA FIR) are suspended.

These measures may be revised, rescinded, or extended by the Dominican Civil Aviation Institute and the Dominican Civil Aviation Board after evaluation of the circumstances that originated them.

WHERE CAN I GET INFORMATION ABOUT THE CORONAVIRUS?