Dominican Republic

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A visa is required for this destination.

Visa is not required for a stay up to 90 days

U.S. citizen tourists wishing to enter Dominican Republic are not required to present the results of a negative PCR test for CV-19 or quarantine upon arrival.

American tourists need to fill out the online Electronic Ticket and generate the QR code that will be scanned when entering the Dominican Republic. 

All travelers should have travel insurance the covers COVID-19 for the duration of their trip to Dominican Republic

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  • Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service. The sample format can be found Passport-type photographs: 1. Must be 2 inches x 2 inches

  • Health insurance. Proof of international health insurance and specifically covering travel to the destination country is required. Applicants can get a free quote and purchase valid travel insurance from our affiliate.

  • Business Support Letter. A support letter from the sending company which introduces the applicant, states the nature of the trip, and specifies the type and desired validity of the visa,where it is specified that the reason for the stay is exclusively for business, commercial negotiations, etc.
    The sample format for this letter can be found here.

  • Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Dominican Republic, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
    Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
    State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
    Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (i.e. a one year multiple entry business visa).

  • Previous visas. Scanned copies of any previous visas for the country which have been issued to the applicant.

  • Medical Certificate. A medical certificate showing a diagnosis of the overall health of the applicant.

  • Criminal Record. Original police report or Certificate of Good Conduct from the applicant's local police station. Certificate Must be issued by the proper authorities of the country in which the person resides at the time of application. If the applicant has previously resided in the Dominican Republic that document must be issued by the Attorney General’s Office. This document must be notarized, translated into Spanish and both the original document and translation must be apostilled. Once the original document is apostilled, it can be sent for translation at the Consulate.

  • Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service. The sample format can be found Passport-type photographs: 1. Must be 2 inches x 2 inches

  • Health insurance. Proof of international health insurance and specifically covering travel to the destination country is required. Applicants can get a free quote and purchase valid travel insurance from our affiliate.

  • Business Support Letter. A support letter from the sending company which introduces the applicant, states the nature of the trip, and specifies the type and desired validity of the visa,where it is specified that the reason for the stay is exclusively for business, commercial negotiations, etc.
    The sample format for this letter can be found here.

  • Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Dominican Republic, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
    Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
    State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
    Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (i.e. a one year multiple entry business visa).

  • Previous visas. Scanned copies of any previous visas for the country which have been issued to the applicant.

  • Medical Certificate. A medical certificate showing a diagnosis of the overall health of the applicant.

  • Criminal Record. Original police report or Certificate of Good Conduct from the applicant's local police station. Certificate Must be issued by the proper authorities of the country in which the person resides at the time of application. If the applicant has previously resided in the Dominican Republic that document must be issued by the Attorney General’s Office. This document must be notarized, translated into Spanish and both the original document and translation must be apostilled. Once the original document is apostilled, it can be sent for translation at the Consulate.

  • Proof of residency. Copy of driver's license, state issued ID, or major utility bill (Water, Gas, Electric, Sewage) for the most recent month, showing the applicant's name and current address.

  • Visa application form. For online orders, please download, print and sign Dominican Republic visa application, prepared by our system under your account.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Dominican Republic and has at least two blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Must be 2 inches x 2 inches

  • State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of Dominican Republic, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name, passport number, nationality, and diplomatic rank or position held.

Unfortunately, at this time VisaHQ does not provide service for

A visa is not required for this destination.

Unfortunately, at this time VisaHQ does not provide service for Business visa


Additional steps you may take:
  • Check the current validity of your passport and the availability of blank visa pages

  • Contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Dominican Republic

    Take advantage of our extensive embassy and consular database to find the nearest one. Upon contacting the embassy confirm the required documents, the time it takes to process the visa and whether the consulate accepts applications by mail.

Additional information
  • Additional information for minors
    If the minor is exiting Dominican Republic with a different person than they entered with, the parents or legal guardians must provide a letter giving authorization to travel with the minor. This authorization must be in Spanish, and it must be notarized at a Dominican consulate in the United States.
  • Additional information for minors
    If the minor is exiting Dominican Republic with a different person than they entered with, the parents or legal guardians must provide a letter giving authorization to travel with the minor. This authorization must be in Spanish, and it must be notarized at a Dominican consulate in the United States.
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Dominican Republic COVID-19 travel restrictions

  • Entry is open
    The Dominican Republic has reopened its borders for land, sea and air and all foreign citizens can now enter for tourism purpose - all passengers and crew members do not need to present a COVID-19 Vaccination Card, PCR, or antigen test to enter the Dominican Republic or to enter tourist centers, any establishments or to receive services such as excursions.
    Prior to arrival requirements
    Valid passport. Valid national passport with at least 6 month remaining validity after the date of departure.
    Valid visa. Please see the instructions above if visa is needed and apply.
    Upon arrival restrictions
    😷Masks: wearing of face masks, presentation of vaccination cards for access to places of public use or restrictions in public spaces are the responsibility of each individual.
    Negative COVID-19 test upon arrival: when required, random testing operations may be performed. Passengers who present their Vaccination Card will be exempted from random testing.

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