Do you go through customs at Punta Cana?

When arriving, you'll walk out off the plane right outside using the wheeled stairs that connec tto the plane door. You will be lined up on the tarmack and you must then wait to follow the airport personall into the terminal. Upon arrival, every tourist must buy a tourist card ($10 USD) before entering customs.



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Passage through Customs is mandatory for all dominicans or foreign travelers entering the country transporting money or goods. However, up to certain limits permitted by law, citizens are not required to declare the goods they are carrying with them.

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One of the best ways to avoid the long lines in customs at the (PUJ AIRPORT) Punta Cana International Airport is to purchase a VIP service. This service will allow you to skip those lines, which will save you at least an hour and sometimes more depending on what time of day you arrive at the airport.

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Baggage is declared upon arrival on the island and when you depart. Do NOT bring illegal drugs, animal products and agricultural items. CURRENCY: The Peso is the National currency of the Dominican Republic.

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All passengers are required to fill out an E-Ticket or paper form when entering or exiting the Dominican Republic. If using E-Ticket, a new form is required for each entry and exit and the code generated upon form completion can be presented at the airport on a digital device.

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Brushing teeth with tap water in the Dominican Republic is not recommended unless the water quality is guaranteed to be filtered or treated. In most cases, using boiled, filtered, or bottled water is a safer option for traveling.

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Travel resources This being said, you need to fill out an e-ticket form before arriving in Punta Cana (this is the e-ticket to enter the Dominican Republic) and one before leaving from Punta Cana (the e-ticket for leaving the Dominican Republic) or any other airport in the Dominican Republic.

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Allow enough time: Customs can be time-consuming, especially during peak travel periods. Make sure you allow enough time to clear customs and get to your connecting flight. As a general rule, it's best to allow at least two hours for international layovers.

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However, you don't have to take this amount in cash. You can regularly pay with a credit card and withdraw money at ATMs. Therefore, it is recommended to take around 200 to 300 dollars per person for your vacation. Most of the time you can pay with a credit card.

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