How to get through customs faster in Dominican Republic?

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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Departure tax to leave the Dominican Republic is US$20. Scheduled airlines include this charge in the price of the tickets.

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Weekend vs weekdays It is worth doing some research into the airport you are flying from. However, Tuesday and Wednesday are often less busy. This is because you have to take more days off work to fly mid-week, which people are usually reluctant to do. Upgraded Points notes that these days are also often cheaper.

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How to Get Through Airport Security Quickly, According to a TSA Insider
  1. Enroll in TSA PreCheck or Clear. ...
  2. Wear shoes you can easily slip off. ...
  3. Make sure none of your clothes contain metal. ...
  4. Pack your carry-on (relatively) neatly. ...
  5. Make sure you're following TSA's 3-1-1 liquid rule. ...
  6. Empty your water bottle.


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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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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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Customs Action Steps
  • Complete the Customs Declaration Form while on the flight.
  • Ask questions to your flight attendant or traveling companions as needed.
  • Declare any goods you have with you that might have restrictions, and/or goods you purchased in country when returning to your home country.


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Notably, the cheapest time to come see Punta Cana is in the off-season months of April through November. Hurricane season, although not usually scary in this area, brings less demand for hotels, flights, and experiences in Punta Cana, meaning lower daily prices.

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