Visit World - Australian Citizens Traveling to Dominica: Entry Rules, Visa Requirements & Regulations

As of April 23, 2022, International 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 receive services such as excursions and restaurants.

Passengers must complete an online application form

Visitors to Dominica generally do not need a visa for stays of 21 days, 90 days, 180 days or 6 months. The duration of your visa-free stay depends on your nationality. Exceptions are citizens of the Dominican Republic and Haiti.

On May 28, 2015, Dominica signed a reciprocal visa-free agreement with the European Union, which was ratified on December 15, 2015. This agreement allows all citizens of countries that are parties to the Schengen Agreement to stay without a visa for a maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period.

Citizens of: Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, St. Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Vincent and the Grenadines can move freely when traveling to Dominica.

This means that they have the right to live and work in the country without a visa on a long-term basis.

Holders of the following passports do not require a visa for 6 months (unless otherwise specified) to visit Dominica:

6 months

All citizens of the European Union, Argentina (3 months), Australia, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Brazil (3 months), Brunei, Cameroon, Canada, Costa Rica (3 months), Cuba (28 days), Eswatini, Gambia, Ghana, Guyana, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Liechtenstein, Macau, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico (3 months), Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Russia (90 days), Rwanda, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Switzerland, Taiwan , Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine (90 days), United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay (90 days), Vanuatu, Venezuela, Zambia

21 days

Citizens of any other country, except citizens of the Dominican Republic and Haiti, can visit Dominica without a visa for 21 days. Citizens of the Dominican Republic and Haiti must apply for a Dominica visa in advance, or they can also enter Dominica without a visa if they have valid US/UK/Canada/Schengen (multiple entry) visas.

French citizens with an ID card can visit the country without a visa for a maximum of 2 weeks.

Tourist visa

Citizens must have a valid passport to enter Dominica. A visa is not required for a 21-day stay in Dominica. If travelers wish to stay longer, they must apply and pay for an extension of stay through the Dominica Immigration Department. Certain passport holders, such as US citizens, are eligible to stay in Dominica without a visa for up to six months, provided they have onward or return flight tickets, proof of residency, and proof of their ability to support themselves financially with sufficient funds in their bank account. Note that it is illegal to work on a tourist visa.

Documents required for travel to Dominica

1. Passport

Valid for at least six months after your departure date from Dominica.

Signed by bearer

Passport must be not older than 10 years (issued within the last 10 years)

At least one or two available "visa pages"

Undamaged photos securely affixed to the passport

2. Hotel reservation

This must be a prepaid hotel reservation

3. Confirmed round-trip tickets

4. Immigration documents to your next destination (if applicable)

For example, you can present your visa to your next destination country from Dominica

5. Sufficient funds for the planned period of stay in Dominica

A Dominica visa can be obtained from the nearest Dominica consulate or embassy, where your documents will usually be checked by a designated immigration officer. For more information, visit the Dominica Ministry of Foreign Affairs website at https://dominica.gov.dm/.

Visitors staying in Dominica for less than 24 hours (including cruise ship passengers) do not need a visa to enter.

Any transit passenger holding a return ticket who assures an immigration officer that he/she does not intend to remain in the country for a period exceeding twenty-one days is not required to obtain a transit visa.

Visitors wishing to enter the country with their pets must obtain an import permit. The Department of Veterinary Medicine of the Ministry of Agriculture can help with the necessary recommendations.

Microchip for pets

A pet microchip is not required to enter Dominica but is recommended for international travel to identify your pet.

Vaccination

Your pet must have proof of a current rabies vaccination that was given at least 30 days but no more than 12 months prior to importation. Your dog or cat must provide the DHLPP+ C immunization protocol and be vaccinated against any other important endemic diseases.

Rabies titer test

When entering Dominica from any country, a rabies titer test is required: no earlier than one month after the rabies vaccination. The blood sample must be processed in an approved laboratory. The results must be sent directly to the veterinary service before applying for import.

Import permit

You must apply for an import permit after a rabies titer test.

Health certificate

A licensed USDA or CFIA veterinarian must issue a veterinary health certificate within several weeks before travel for validation if traveling from the United States or Canada. If you are not traveling from one of these countries, the government agency responsible for importing and exporting animals must approve the form.

Quarantine

Quarantine is not required if your cat or dog meets the rules. All domestic dogs and cats must be free of any disease that is communicable to humans when screened at the airport of entry. If your dog or cat is not in good health, further examination by a licensed veterinarian may be required at your expense.

Puppies and kittens

Unvaccinated puppies and kittens are not allowed to enter Dominica. Rabies vaccination must be given no earlier than 3 months of age, then it is advisable to wait for 30 days and have a rabies titer test done before entering Dominica.

Currency importation is not limited. You can import duty-free a pack of cigarettes or up to 250 g of tobacco, up to 2 liters of any alcoholic beverages, as well as equipment for personal use (camera, laptop, tablet, etc.), diving equipment (except for balloons).

It is forbidden to import weapons, poisonous and narcotic substances, ammunition, any materials of pornographic and extremist content. It is also prohibited to import plant seeds and soil samples.

The importation of narcotics is punishable by a large fine or imprisonment (depending on the quantity).

It is prohibited to export corals, raw pearls, turtle shell products, animal skins and furs, stuffed birds, animals or fish.

You must be at least 18 years old to be able to drive in Dominica. If you plan to drive in Dominica, you should have a valid driver's license with you. However, your valid driver's license does not allow you to drive in the country. You need to apply for a temporary visitor's driver's license. Local driving licenses for foreigners are valid for one (1) month or three (3) months. You will not need to enroll in a Dominica driving school to obtain a visitor's driver's license.

As your native driver's license will be considered valid in Dominica, an international driver's license is not officially required. However, it is recommended, especially if your license is not in English. You will be able to use your IDP when you apply for a temporary visitor's driver's license.

Car rental

If you're renting a car, the minimum age is 21, but sometimes 23, and if you're under 25, a driver's inexperience premium may apply. In Dominica, the types of roads do not allow excessive speed.

Police - 911 or 999 or 462-0125

Air/Sea Rescue - 462-3062

Emergency services - 999, 911 or 562-2433

Fire department - 462-0044

You can find Dominica Embassies in different countries at the following link: https://www.embassy-worldwide.com/country/dominica/

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