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Dominican Republic - Consular Information Sheet
September 2, 1994
Country Description: The Dominican Republic has a developing economy.
Tourist facilities vary depending on price and area.
Entry Requirements: A passport or proof of U.S. citizenship and a tourist
card or visa are required. For further information concerning entry
requirements, travelers may contact the Embassy of the Dominican Republic at
1715 22nd St. N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, tel. (202) 332-6280 or the
nearest consulate in Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, New Orleans, Boston, New
York, Philadelphia, or San Juan.
Medical Facilities: Medical care is limited. Malaria is prevalent in the
rural, non-tourist areas near the Haitian border. Tuberculosis and typhoid
are more common than in the United States. Human immunodeficiency virus
(HIV) poses a significant health risk and is prevalent in tourist areas.
Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health
services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United
States. In some cases, supplemental medical insurance with specific
overseas coverage is considered useful. For additional health information,
travelers can contact the Centers for Disease Control's international
travelers hotline at (404) 332-4559.
Crime Information: Petty street crime involving U.S. tourists infrequently
occurs. Valuables left unattended in parked automobiles, on beaches, and in
other public places are subject to theft. Burglaries of private residences
have increased significantly. Hotels, resorts and parks in most areas of
the country remain generally safe. Nonetheless, normal precautions should
be exercised.
The loss or theft of a U.S. passport overseas should be reported to the
local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. A lost or stolen
U.S. birth certificate and/or driver's license generally cannot be replaced
outside of the United States. U.S. citizens may refer to the Department of
State's pamphlet "A Safe Trip Abroad" which provides useful information on
guarding valuables and protecting personal security while traveling abroad.
Both this pamphlet and "Tips for Travelers to the Caribbean" are available
from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington D.C. 20402.
Currency Regulations: No more than $5000 may be taken out of the Dominican
Republic at the time of departure. American tourists have been arrested for
even minor illegal currency transactions.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in
which they are traveling. Criminal penalties for possession, use, and
dealing in illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect
lengthy jail sentences and fines.
Civil Aviation Oversight: In January 1993, the U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration assessed the Dominican Republic's civil aviation authority as
not in compliance with international aviation safety oversight standards for
the Dominican Republic's carriers operating to and from the U.S. Typically,
the same level of safety oversight is applied to operations to other
destinations. For further information, travelers may contact the Department
of Transportation at 1-800-322-7873.
Embassy Location/Registration: U.S. citizens may register with the Consular
Section of the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic. The U.S. Embassy is
located at the corner of Calle Cesar Nicolas Penson and Calle Leopoldo
Navarro in Santo Domingo, telephone (809) 541-2171. The Consular Section is
a half mile away at the corner of Calle Cesar Nicolas Penson and Maximo Gomez.
There is a Consular Agency in Puerto Plata at Calle Beller 51, 2nd floor,
Office 6; telephone (809) 586-4204; office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30
a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Thursday, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
U.S. citizens who register at the U.S. Embassy may obtain updated
information on travel and security in the Dominican Republic.
No. 94-206
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated October 19, 1993 to add
information on aviation oversight.