From Jamaica, Aruba, St. Maarten and the rest of the English-speaking Caribbean, the Dominican Republic is a short flight away, but it is still an international trip with immigration and customs. This guide covers what changes.
Entry rules depend on your passport
Requirements vary by nationality. Anyone holding a valid visa or residence permit from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom or the Schengen area can visit the Dominican Republic, whatever their nationality. In any other case, check with the Dominican consulate before you buy your ticket.
Flights from the Caribbean
| From | To | How |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston (KIN) | SDQ | Nonstop or one stop |
| Aruba, St. Maarten | SDQ | Nonstop or one stop |
| Other islands | SDQ, PUJ | Usually with a connection |
Routes checked in September 2026. They change by season: confirm before you book.
Which airport to fly into
- SDQ — Las Américas (Santo Domingo): best for Santo Domingo, Boca Chica, Juan Dolio.
- PUJ — Punta Cana: best for Punta Cana, Bávaro, Cap Cana, Uvero Alto.
Destination not listed? See the full airport table.
Time, money and phone
- Time: The Dominican Republic is one hour ahead of Jamaica, and on the same time as Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.
- Money: Bring US dollars: local Caribbean currencies are not accepted in the DR.
- Phone: Check whether your plan covers roaming in the Dominican Republic, or use airport wifi to message us on WhatsApp.
- Busy periods: Christmas, Carnival periods and summer holidays.
Documents
Passport and the free e-Ticket at eticket.migracion.gob.do, completed before check-in. Full entry requirements.
Airport transfer
Send us on WhatsApp the number of the flight landing in the Dominican Republic, the date, how many people are travelling and where you are going. We will send you a quote before you leave the Caribbean.
Frequently asked questions
What documents do I need to enter the Dominican Republic?
A valid passport and the free e-Ticket, completed before check-in. The general rule is a passport valid for at least six months.
What is the time difference between the Caribbean and the Dominican Republic?
The Dominican Republic is one hour ahead of Jamaica, and on the same time as Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.
Can I enter the Dominican Republic with a US or UK visa?
Yes. According to the official Dominican tourism site, anyone with a valid visa or residence from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom or the Schengen area can visit, whatever their nationality.