Can I go to DR without a passport?

All United States citizens must travel with a valid passport to enter the Dominican Republic. In addition, you'll need to obtain a travel visa if your visits are not shorter than 30 days before traveling (online through the Dominican Embassy) or a tourist card upon arrival at the airport for $10.



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What does a US citizen need to travel to the Dominican Republic?
  • Firstly, you need a valid U.S. passport with blank pages.
  • Secondly, you need a tourist card to enter the country.
  • Thirdly, tickets and documents for return or onward travel.


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All U.S. citizens need U.S. passport books if re-entering by air. Land and sea border crossings accept additional travel documents, such as U.S. Passport cards and Trusted Traveler cards. Child travelers have additional options - see the Traveling with Children section.

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What Happens If I Travel Without a Passport? If you try to travel to another country that requires a passport without one, you will not be allowed to enter. The most likely scenario is that you will be prevented from boarding transport by the staff on duty.

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At a Glance: Yes, you need a passport to go to Cancun, Mexico from the United States. When traveling by air, a valid passport is required, along with a completed Multiple Migratory Form (FMM).

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11 things to know before travelling to the Dominican Republic
  1. The culture is very welcoming. ...
  2. You can only get the Dominican peso in the country. ...
  3. You may not need a Tourist Card. ...
  4. The concept of time is a little different. ...
  5. Merengue is the soul of the country. ...
  6. Dominicans dress to impress. ...
  7. You can't drink the tap water.


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Visas are not required for visits shorter than 30 days. Visit the Embassy of the Dominican Republic website for current visa information. All visitors to the Dominican Republic are charged a $10 tourist card fee that is incorporated into airline charges.

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A valid U.S. passport is required for all U.S. citizens seeking to enter or transit through the Dominican Republic.

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U.S. citizens do not need a passport to travel between the U.S. and these territories:
  • American Samoa.
  • Guam.
  • Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
  • Puerto Rico.
  • U.S. Virgin Islands.


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U.S. citizens are generally required to present a valid U.S. passport when traveling to The Bahamas, as well as proof of anticipated departure from The Bahamas. Those traveling to The Bahamas on a cruise may use another Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) compliant document.

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If your passport's time is almost up, don't wait — start the renewal process now. You can't travel while your renewal application is being processed, and you need to make sure your travel documents are valid for at least six months past the dates of any planned international trips.

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