Dominican Republic Visa Requirements
For 🇺🇸 United States passport holders
Great news! United States passport holders can enter Dominican Republic without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 30 days within any 180-day period.
Visa-free. Tourist card included in airfare.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
2 page(s) required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Stay in tourist areas. Petty crime exists. Avoid isolated areas at night.
Money & Costs
Daily Budget (USD)
Cards & ATMs
Resorts and tourist areas. Cash elsewhere.
Tipping
10% often included. Extra $1-2 appreciated.
Practical Info
Emergency Numbers
Emergency: 911
Police: 911
Tourist Police: 809-200-3500
Getting There
Airport Transfers
Punta Cana: Resort transfers. Santo Domingo: Taxi $40.
Local Transport
Resort shuttles. Uber in cities. Guaguas (local buses).
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
December-April (dry season).
Cultural Notes
Merengue and bachata music. Baseball is passion. Dominican time is relaxed.
Insider Tips
Stay in resorts for beach. Explore Santo Domingo colonial zone. Bargain in markets.
Dress Code
Casual beach wear.