Travel Information

Canadian citizens travelling to Dominican Republic

Citizens of Canada that are travelling to Dominican Republic can travel without a visa.

What to expect in Dominican Republic

🤝 friendly locals
⛅ warm weather
🏖️ beaches
⚡ Above average wifi
island
mixed reigious sites
historical buildings

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Dominican Republic from Canada usually are around 424.00 CAD. WestJet is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

JetBlue, Delta, and KLM

. Popular domestic airlines are

JetBlue, Copa, and KLM

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

No, you don't have to carry cash with you. Credit cards are generally accepted. This may not be the case in smaller cities so you should double-check when you land.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Tricom, Orange, and Altice Dominicana

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

We currently don't have information on ride-sharing services. Local taxis may be the best option. Check with local authorities upon landing.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is DOP.

1 CAD = 38.439511 DOP

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $5.62 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa is not required for citizens of Dominican Republic. Tourists are able to visit without a visa for a certain amount of time.

Notes and Passport Validity

Ensure that your passport is valid for 90 days past your travel date.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time, due to the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic and the significant disruptions to global travel. This includes to the Dominican Republic. If you’re already overseas and wish to return to Australia, we recommend you do so as soon as possible by commercial means. The Dominican Republic has confirmed cases of COVID-19. If you choose to travel despite our advice you'll have to complete a health and accommodation form on entry. Follow the advice of local authorities and check with the nearest embassy or consulate of the Dominican Republic to confirm the latest entry requirements. We now advise you to: Do not travel to the Dominican Republic.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Dominican Republic. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (3.02 / 5)
Safety (2.48 / 5)
Cost of Living (4.51 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$89.50 USD / night

Average Dinners

$5.62 USD

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Popular Cities in Dominican Republic

Cabarete

Jarabacoa

Punta Cana

Santo Domingo

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