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Overview
Overview
Overview
Security Status
High Degree of Caution
General Travel Advice
Irish citizens do not require a visa to enter Dominican Republic.
A valid passport is required for travel to Dominican Republic. Irish passports should have a minimum validity of six months. Passport cards cannot be used.
For more information on visas and passports, please see the Additional Information tab.
Visitors to Dominican Republic are advised to follow the guidance of national and local authorities and stay fully informed of what's going on by monitoring local news and social media.
Citizens can also follow the Irish Embassy in Colombia on social media (Twitter @IrelandColombia and Facebook) to ensure access to relevant updates and alerts.
Emergency Assistance
The best help is often close at hand so if you have problems, try talking to your local contacts, tour operator representative or hotel management.
You can contact the emergency services in Dominican Republic by dialling 911. Specific emergency numbers are:
- Police: +1 (809) 682-2151 / +1 (809) 685-2020
- Fire brigade: +1 (809) 695 9555 / +1 (809) 682-2000
- Ambulance: 911
Our tips for Safe Travels:
- Get comprehensive travel insurance that covers all your planned activities.
- Register your details with us so that we can contact you quickly if there’s an unforeseen crisis like a natural disaster or a family emergency.
- Follow us on twitter @dfatravelwise for the latest travel updates.
- Read our ‘Know Before You Go’ guide.
As there is no Irish Embassy in Dominican Republic, we are limited in the help we can offer you in an emergency. However, if you need assistance, you can contact the Irish Embassy in Colombia.
Safety and Security
Safety and Security
Safety and security
Hurricane season
The hurricane season in the Caribbean normally runs from July to October. You should pay close attention to local and international weather reports and follow the advice of local authorities. Always monitor local and international weather updates for the region by accessing, for example, the Weather Channel, or the US National Hurricane Centre website.
Local Laws and Customs
Local Laws and Customs
Health
Health
Health
Zika Virus
There have been outbreaks of Zika Virus (a dengue-like mosquito-borne disease) in Central and South America and the Caribbean. Irish Citizens especially those with a weakened immune system or women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant are advised to follow guidance available on the website of the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC).
Vaccinations
Check with you doctor well in advance of travelling to see if you need any vaccinations for this country.
Additional information
Additional information
Embassy contact
Embassy Contact
The Embassy of Ireland in Colombia operates an out of hours service for Irish citizens requiring emergency assistance on weekends and public holidays. If you are in need of emergency assistance during these times, you should leave a message on the emergency message system by calling +57 1 657 6060. The emergency message system is checked regularly outside of office hours and a member of the Embassy staff will contact you as soon as possible.
When you leave a message, remember to state your name, the nature of the problem, where you are now, and the details of how the Duty Officer can contact you (e.g. leave your mobile phone number, or the phone number of the hotel/hostel where you are staying).
Alternatively, you may contact the Duty Officer at the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin at +353 (0)1 408 2000.
Embassy of Ireland in Colombia
Edificio Tierra Firme
Ak 9 #115-30
Bogotá DC
Tel: +57 1 657 6060
Monday to Friday 09:30-13:00
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