Viajar para a Domínica para Cidadania brasileira

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/