Does Dominican Republic require COVID vaccine?

Entry Requirements As of April 23, 2022, 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.



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Illegal drugs, animal, horticultural and agricultural products are prohibited. The prescription medication you bring for personal use should be in its original container. Find out what items you can bring home with you and in what quantities by reading the information on customs and duty for your own country.

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The form can be filled out 72 hours before arrival to the Dominican Republic, until right before going through immigration you will have time to fill it out, but leaving it to the last minute is not recommended.

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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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The Cost Of Living Is Lower In The Dominican Republic The Dominican Republic is a developing country with a low income per capita (that is part of the reason why the Dominican Republic is so cheap). Therefore, visitors can expect most services in the country to be comparatively cheap with the United States.

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Looking at crime rates, Punta Cana is safer than Cancun. There are no drug cartels in Punta Cana, which makes a difference as violent crime is uncommon. Of course this does not mean that Cancun is not worth visiting, it just means that you have to be a lot more careful.

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NEVER DO the following in the Dominican Republic:
  • Never drink tap water. ...
  • Never eat fruit and vegetables from stalls and fruit kiosks without washing and peeling them. ...
  • Not drink fresh juice from fruit kiosks. ...
  • Not use ice from kiosks. ...
  • Not play with street animals. ...
  • Not eat raw meat and fish (ceviche).


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Do I need to wear a face mask in Dominican Republic? Wearing face masks is required in some public places.

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Currently, there are no COVID-19 testing requirements to enter or exit the Dominican Republic. However, COVID-19 is still present. If you need testing, you will find resources below for regional clinics.

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Dominican authorities recommend many vaccinations, especially for travelers visiting rural areas. However, only yellow fever vaccination is mandatory and just for travelers from some risk areas. In this case, the Dominican authorities may ask for proof of vaccination on arrival.

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Water: As in most developing countries, the tap water is not potable. Please refrain from using it to drink or brush your teeth. We will provide bottled water. Do not flush toilet paper down the toilet, remember to place toilet paper in trash.

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