A complete guide to the Dominican Republic visa policy and eTicket

The Dominican Republic's visa policy outlines the nationalities that enjoy visa-free access and those requiring a visa before entry.

This guide helps travelers understand the entry requirements for visiting the country.

Visa-free access to the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic allows nationals from 108 countries to enter without a visa for tourism purposes. These travelers need only a valid passport and can stay up to 90 days. Extensions are available for a fee upon arrival.

Tourist fee: Upon arrival, visitors must pay a mandatory tourist fee of USD 10, usually included in air travelers' airfare. Nationals from Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, Israel, Japan, Peru, South Korea, and Uruguay are exempt from this fee.

Dominican Republic tourist visa application requirements

Travelers from countries not eligible for visa-free entry must apply for a consular visa through a Dominican embassy or consulate.

To apply for a tourist visa, travelers must submit:

• A completed visa application form
• One passport photo (2×2 inches (ca. 5 cm), white background)
• A valid passport (covering the entire stay)
• Proof of enough funds (bank statements, employment contract, etc.)
• Hotel reservations and flight tickets
• Previous Dominican visas or residence cards (if applicable)
• A visa application letter addressed to the Consular Section

Mandatory Dominican Republic eTicket

All travelers must complete an eTicket form before arrival. This form records health and contact details to help authorities manage potential health risks.

Please note: The eTicket does not replace a visa.

After submitting the form, travelers receive a QR code, which they must show upon landing.

What you need to know:

• Complete the form before departure.
• Authorities may perform random health checks at the airport.
• If symptoms of illness are detected, mandatory quarantine may be enforced.

Errors on the Dominican Republic eTicket website

While the eTicket is a simple form, many applicants encounter issues when trying to register on the government website.

"I will be traveling to the Dominican in February. I was trying to get the correct dates into the eTicket, but it's impossible. Always tells me there was an error and I should enter all required fields. But I did that! I checked it 10 times, all fields have the correct data." - Daisy M., recent traveler

"The eTicket website is a total nightmare. It took around 6 tries to get it. Sometimes the form would not let me enter the birth date or flight, other times it would not offer any airport choices" - Pedro L., recent traveler

"Even though many countries scrapped COVID rules, the eTicket for the Dominican Republic is still required. Many airlines won’t let you board without it." - Ra'eesah Manack, iVisa travel expert

We can help you get the eTicket quickly and efficiently.

"You have to fill it out on a computer, on your phone you will have issues," shares a recent traveler.

By downloading our mobile app you can easily complete your eTicket registration on your mobile phone, without website errors or other issues.

Residency visas and other long-stay visas

Travelers intending to live and work in the Dominican Republic can apply for a residence visa.

Once approved, they must obtain a provisional residence permit through the Department of Migration within 60 days.

Residency visa application requirements:

• A completed visa application form
• A passport-size photo
• Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
• A medical certificate indicating no contagious diseases (translated into Spanish by an official translator)
• Criminal record certificate
• National ID and birth certificate
• Marriage certificate (if applicable)
• Financial documents proving means of support
• A notarized letter of guarantee signed by a Dominican citizen or legal resident

More information about traveling to the Dominican Republic

Whether you're planning a short stay or a long-term move, understanding the visa process ensures a smooth entry into the Dominican Republic.

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