Dominican Republic Tourist Visa

Traveling to Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is a nation in the Caribbean that welcomes millions of tourists a year for its pristine beaches, luxurious golf resorts, and tropical climate.

Who Needs a Dominican Republic Visa?

Foreign nationals from the following countries must apply for a Dominican Republic tourist visa, prior to traveling to the Dominican Republic:

Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Benin, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Congo (Dem. Rep.), Ivory Coast, Cuba, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, North Korea, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestinian Territories, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Dominican Republic Tourist Visa Validity

The Dominican Republic visa is issued as either a single or multiple entry and is valid for 60 days from the date of issue, allowing a maximum stay of 30 days. The Dominican Republic visa can be extended by applying to the Dominican Directorate General of Migration.

Dominican Republic Tourist Visa Requirements

Foreign nationals should meet the following requirements when applying for a Dominican Republic tourist visa:

Passport + copies

A passport valid for at least 6 months. Photocopies should be made of the passport data page and any valid visas, or past Dominican Republic visas.

Visa application form

A filled out and signed Dominican Republic visa application form.

Personal photo

One recent photo, size 4 x 5 centimeters, against a white background.

Financial proof

Proof of solvency during stay in Dominican Republic, such as salary slips, bank statements, or title deeds. Any proof provided from the Dominican Republic should be notarized.

Accommodation or invitation

Hotel booking or lodging information during stay in the Dominican Republic.

Airline ticket

Airline ticket or booking proving departure from Dominican Republic.

Clean criminal record

A clean criminal report issued by the proper authorities from the applicant’s country of residence.

Visa application letter

A Dominican Republic consular letter, containing applicant’s personal information and purpose for traveling to the Dominican Republic.

Minors applying for a Dominican Republic visa should provide notarized parental consent letters. Application documents may have to be translated into Spanish.

Dominican Republic Tourist Visa Application

A Dominican Republic tourist visa fees vary, depending on the Dominican Republic embassy or foreign office where you are applying.

Complete visa application form
Fill out a Dominican Republic visa application form, with your personal details and other requested information.
Schedule an appointment (if applicable)
• Contact your nearest Dominican Republic foreign office to arrange a visa application appointment.
• Pay the Dominican Republic visa application fees.
Await visa decision
• Collect your approved tourist visa from the Dominican Republic embassy, consulate, or representation office where you applied.
• Make sure all visa information is correct and matches your passport.

Dominican Republic Tourist Visa Fees

Depending on your nationality and where you are applying from, the Dominican Republic tourist visa application and consular fees can vary. It is best to check with your nearest Dominican Republic embassy or foreign office where you will be applying for their specific visa application conditions.

Where to Apply

Travelers applying for a Dominican Republic tourist visa should do so at their nearest Dominican Republic embassy, consulate, or representation office abroad.

Dominican Republic Tourist Visa Processing Time

The Dominican Republic tourist visas can take up to 2 weeks to be fully processed and issued, but processing times may vary between Dominican Republic embassies and foreign offices, so we advise you to contact your nearest Dominican Republic foreign office to inquire about their timings, and always start your application process early, in case of unforeseen delays.

Approved Visa Applications

Approved Dominican Republic tourist visas should be collected from the Dominican Republic embassy, consulate, or representation office where you applied. Please be sure to check your Dominican Republic tourist visa information is correct and matches your passport.

Dominican Republic Tourist Visa Extension

Foreign travelers, who wish to extend their Dominican Republic visa beyond 30 days up to 120 days, should apply online at the Dominican Directorate General of Migration portal. Extension applications require a passport biodata page copy, last entry stamp, airline ticket proving departure from the Dominican Republic, proof of financial means during stay in the Dominican Republic, and a medical certificate. If approved, the Dominican Republic visa extension will be sent to the email the applicant provided. Please note that overstays in the Dominican Republic will result in airport fines at departure from the Dominican Republic.

Dominican Republic Tourist Visa FAQ

Do I need a Dominican Republic tourist card?

Most visa-free eligible foreign citizens are required to get a tourist card upon arrival at Dominican Republic ports of entry.

Can I get a visa-on-arrival in the Dominican Republic?

No, the Dominican Republic does not issue visas-on-arrival. However, visa-free foreign nationals can obtain their Dominican Republic tourist cards at Dominican ports of entry.

Can I work in the Dominican Republic with a tourist visa?

No, travelers cannot work in the Dominican Republic, while holding only a Dominican Republic tourist visa. Foreign nationals, wishing to work in the Dominican Republic, should apply for a long-term employment visa and residence permit.

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