Free export

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Prohibited

• Statues, sacred paintings and other valuable artefacts over 100 years old unless travellers obtain a permit from the department of archaeology
• Illegal drugs
• Firearms, explosives and ammunition
• Pornographic or offensive materials
• Local currency (Dominican Peso- DOP)

Restricted

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Basic health information for travelers to Dominican Republic

• Visitors are strongly advised against drinking from local water sources unless boiled or otherwise sterilized first. Swimming and bathing in the water should only be undertaken in chlorinated pools. All meat, fish and vegetables should be well cooked and eaten hot. Milk should always be boiled before drunk and dairy products checked before eaten.

• At time of writing there is a serious outbreak of Cholera in the country and travellers should make sure that all food and drink is safe to consume at all times. Personal hygiene should be maintained at all times in the country to help avoid contracting the disease.

• Outbreaks of Malaria and Dengue Fever have been reported close to the border with Haiti. Travellers to the region are advised to obtain plenty of insect repellent and wear clothing that exposes little flesh. If infected, travellers should seek immediate medical aid to help combat additional symptoms.

• Rabies is also present in the country and travellers should stay away from wild animals whose bite may contain the disease. If bitten, travellers should immediately clean the wound and seek out medical assistance to confirm or deny any signs of infection.

• Hepatitis A and B are in evidence in the country and travellers should take due care when dealing with needles or engaging in sexual activity in the country.

• Private medical facilities in Dominican Republic offer reasonable to very good standards of service However, other than primary care in public hospitals the public health service is not deemed to be adequate. Visitors are urged to obtain travel and health insurance prior to beginning their journey in the event of serious injury. Medical and general living conditions may still be very difficult in sections of the country bordering Haiti which is still suffering the after effects of the 12th January 2010 Earthquake.

Basic security information for travelers to Dominican Republic

• The countries hurricane season normally runs from June to November. All travellers are strongly urged to access the National Hurricane Centre for likely weather conditions prior to beginning your journey. Earthquakes are a potential danger in the country and any traveller caught in one should contact their nearest government embassy or representative at the first opportunity.

• Political demonstrations have been known to turn violent in the country and all travellers should avoid getting involved in any potentially dangerous situations. All visitors are advised to check the countries current political situation prior to beginning their journey.

• Any involvement with illegal drugs should be avoided and could lead to long prison sentences if uncovered by the countries police or security services.

• Personal appearance means a great deal to Dominicans and informal clothing should be limited to tourist swimming pools and beaches. Nudity is illegal by most beaches in the country. Short pants are not allowed in government buildings

For further assistance please contact the Dominican Republic Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.

Dominican Republic Customs contact information

Address:
Av. México #45
Santo Domingo
República Dominicana
Apartado Postal 1478
Telephone: +18096875131
Website: http://www.hacienda.gob.do/


For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest Dominican Republic Embassy.

List of Dominican Republic Embassies all over the world: http://dominican-republic.visahq.co.uk/embassy/United-Kingdom/