Dominican Republic visa requirements for Namibians

Travel and visa requirements

Dominican Visa is not required for Namibians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Namibians visiting the Dominican republic can stay for as long as 30 days without a visa.
  • Namibians visiting the Dominican Republic must have a valid passport for a period of six months with a blank sheet for entry stamp. 
  • Namibians visiting the Dominican Republic must have a return or onward ticket and their travel documentation.
  • Namibians visiting the Dominican republic must present a document showing proof of typhoid, cholera, polio, measles, chickenpox. 
  • Namibians visiting the Dominican Republic for 30 days can stay visa-free but a visa will be required if the stay will exceed 30 days on arrival. 
  • Namibians under the age of 18 visiting the Dominican Republic for tourists must apply for a tourist card. 
  • Intending visitors can get to Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic from any international airport in Johannesburg, Bloemfontein and Cape Town.
  • The estimated flight time from Windhoek to Santo Domingo is 23 hours, 55 minutes.
  • The Dominican Peso is the official currency in use in Dominican Republic’s, US dollars and euros are also widely accepted in most parts of the Dominican Republic.
  • ATMs are available in many parts of the Dominican Republic, and they can be found in most hotels and major places of business.
  • The exchange rate is currently at 1 EUR= 57.29 DOP, 1 USD= 51.02 DOP, and 1 ZAR= 3.67 DOP.
  • The Dominican Republic enjoys beautiful tropical weather all year round making it a prime tourist spot.
  • Dominican Republic’s numerous natural beauties and other historical attractions put it out as a great place for tourists and visitors looking to experience the richness of nature and to discover new ways of life while at it.
  • Dominican Republic uses the Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4) making Namibia 6 hours ahead.
  • Power sockets and plugs used in the Dominican Republic are of type A and B. 
  • The standard supply voltage is 110 V, with a standard frequency of 60 Hz.
  • Religion in the Dominican Republic is very diverse and interconnected, with a large number of people identify as Christians.
  • Getting around in the Dominican Republic is possible with taxis, buses, boats, Uber, etc.
  • Because Spanish is the Dominican Republic’s official language and is spoken by many, it can be a bit difficult for tourists and visitors to be able to communicate with locals outside of tourist sites.
  • The Dominican Republic is home to an interesting, unique and fascinating culture and history. 
  • Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drink the tap water in Dominican Republic?

The tap water in the Dominican Republic is not safe for drinking. You could purchase bottled water or filter and treat the water if necessary. Bottled water is available everywhere.

Is it safe in the Dominican Republic?

The Dominican Republic is safe despite a large number of tourists that visit yearly.

Is it true that prostitution is legal in the Dominican Republic?

Prostitution is legal in the Dominican Republic but pimping and brothel keeping are not allowed.

Is alcohol allowed in the Dominican Republic?

Alcohol is legal in the Dominican Republic however, the legal drinking age is 18 years old.