Country guide
Dominican Republic
Visa
No visa needed
Vaccinations
None required
Currency
Dominican Peso (DOP). USD is also widely accepted in tourist areas.
Time zones
UTC / GMT -4 (6 hours behind South Africa)
Dialing code
+809 / +829 / +849
Best time to go
December - April
Drinking water
Bottled Water Recommended
Travel tips
The Peso can only be exchanged within the Dominican Republic, and can only be converted from currencies of Canada, France, Germany, The Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, UK and USA.
Visa guide
Entry requirements
- Passport with a minimum validity of six (6) months.
- Air, maritime or land ticket of entrance and return.
- A permanent address in the Dominican Republic.
- Proof of sufficient economic solvency to cover their expenses during their stay in the Dominican Republic.
Visa requirements
South African passport holders do not require a visa for tourism purposes, for stays of less than 30 days.
To check if you require a visa, please visit: mirex.gob
Should you require a visa, applications are to be made through the Consultate General in France: www.consuladodominicanoparis.com/visas
SA representative
Representation accredited from Havana, Cuba
Health / vaccinations
Compulsory: None
Recommended Travel Vaccines: Hepatitis A & B, Rabies, Tetanus, Polio
Malaria Risk
Public holidays
2026: Jan 1, 6, 21, 26; Feb 27; Apr 3; May 1; June 4; Aug 16; Sep 24; Nov 9; Dec 25