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- Capital
- Santo Domingo (SDQ)
- Dialing Code
- +809 / +829 / +849
- Time Zone
- UTC / GMT -4
- Language
- Spanish
- Best Time to Go
- December - April
- Currency
- Dominican Peso (DOP)
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. It is advisable to only convert the currency which you would require, as only 30% of the converted currency can be reconverted – please note that all original slips will be required
- USD is also widely accepted in tourist areas
- All water should be regarded as being potentially contaminated, bottled water is available
- Attire for church, restaurants and evening functions should be smart. In public areas, dress should be conservative
Last updated 29 September 2026
Visa Guide
Public Holidays
2026
January: 1, 6, 21, 26
February: 27
April: 3
May: 1
June: 4
August: 16
September: 24
November: 9
December: 25
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
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
Health / Vaccinations
Compulsory:
None
Recommended Travel Vaccines:
Hepatitis A & B, Rabies, Tetanus, Polio
Malaria Risk
South African Representative Abroad
Representation accredited from Havana, Cuba