Dominican Republic visa requirements for Nigerians

Travel and visa requirements

For Citizens of

Travelling to

Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting Dominican Republic

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Dominican Visa.

A valid passport.
Duly completed and signed visa application form.
If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
Travel document.
Proof of financial support.
Proof of accommodation
Copy of return flight ticket
Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
Medical Insurance.
Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Dominican Republic Visa for Nigerians

Facts about Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is the most visited destination in the Caribbean region and ranks top 5 overall in the Americas. The country houses the tallest mountain peak in the Caribbean, Pico Duarte, as well as the largest lake and lowest elevation. Tourists are welcome to hike and climb the whole 3,098 meters to the top of the Pico Duarte. Asides this, tourists can enjoy their time on the beaches scattered around the country to watch thousands of humpback whales migrating, watch villagers’ fish, and also to relax and appreciate the landscape. It is also worth mentioning the year-round golf courses and national parks which are open to tourists. Foreigners are definitely assured a good time in the Dominican Republic.

The contribution of the tourism industry to the economy of the Dominican Republic cannot be overemphasized. The industry is an important source of revenue generation to the country. The country receives an average of 5 million tourists each year.

Foreigners traveling to the Dominican Republic are required to pay a departure tax of $20 on exit from the country. If this tax is not paid, you will not be allowed to leave the country. Some airlines often include this charge in the price of the ticket.

Types of Dominican Republic Visa

Types of Visa	Processing Time	Duration of Stay
Tourist visa	8 - 10 days	90 days
Business visa	8 - 10 days	90 days
Transit visa	8 - 10 days	24 hours

General Requirements for Dominican Republic Visa

A valid passport.
Duly completed and signed visa application form.
If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
Travel document.
Proof of financial support.
Proof of accommodation
Copy of return flight ticket
Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
Medical Insurance.
Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Dominican Republic Tourist visa Dominican Republic Business visa Dominican Republic Transit visa

Dominican Republic Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

This is the type of visa issued to Nigerians intending to visit the Dominican Republic for tourism purposes.
You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
All visitors to the Dominican Republic must carry a valid passport.
Visa applicants intending to visit a friend or family need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in the Dominican Republic.
This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires and present documents that show you have the intention to do so.
This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.

Dominican Republic Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

This is the type of visa issued to Nigerians traveling to the Dominican Republic for business purposes.
You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Dominican company you will be visiting.
This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
Pre-registration is recommended for business travelers who will be attending conferences in the country. Proof of this registration is required.
If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.

Dominican Republic Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

This visa is issued to foreigners who intend to make stopovers in the Dominican Republic.
The Dominican Republic transit visa allows travelers to transit through the Dominican Republic to their destination country.
Visa and other entry permits to the destination country are required.
Flight ticket of the destination country should also be provided.
Previously convicted criminals may not be granted entry into the Dominican Republic.
A medical report which shows that you are free of any contagious disease should be provided.
A receipt that shows that payment has been made for visa application is required.
Under-aged children should ensure they submit the original copy of their birth certificate.
This should be accompanied by a notarized consent signed by both parents of the minor.

Dominican Republic Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

10.00 (USD)

Business visa

10.00 (USD)

Transit visa

10.00 (USD)

Dominican Republic Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Nigeria

Location

Address

Abuja

There is currently no Embassy of the Dominican Republic in Nigeria. Applicants are advised to use consulates in neighboring countries for their applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the currency used in Dominican Republic??

The Dominican peso is the currency of Dominican Republic.

Where is the Dominican Republic located??

Dominican Republic is located in the island of Hispaniola, in the Greater Antilles archipelago of the Caribbean region.

Oby mbamobi

1 year ago

I want a tourist visa for myself and son. I gat do I need to do ?

Is the Dominican Republic a rich country??

The Dominican Republic has the ninth largest economy in Latin America, and is the largest in the Caribbean and Central America region. It is an upper middle-income developing country primarily dependent on mining, agriculture, trade, and services.

Chima Okafor

3 years ago

Sir where do I get the Visa to Dominican?

What is the capital of the Dominican Republic??

Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic.

Nnaji Davison Ozoemena

2 years ago

How do i apply for a visa to Dominican Republic as a Nigeria. Am Davison

Good day Sir, I wish to attend a conference in Dominica Republic. Can the visa be processed on line Thank you. Ike Obihara?

dawodu f babatunde

4 years ago

can dominican visa be processed online for nigerians

How do I confirm that my visa is authentic?

Prince

3 years ago

I need to also know if my visa I authentic

Emmanuel

3 years ago

How do I confirm my Visa is authentic

Okwuanalu sopulu Kingsley

2 years ago

How do I confirm my Visa is authentic

How can I get visa to Dominican Republic??

Jude

3 years ago

How do I get visa to Dominican republic

Banky

3 years ago

How do I get a visa

Mide

3 years ago

How do I get a visa to dominican republic

Charles

1 year ago

How do I get this visa and how much Proof of funds is required

Hello please how can I get a visa from Nigeria?

Obi Juliet

4 years ago

How can I get visa for Nigeria passport holder

Taiwo

3 years ago

How can I get Visa from Nigeria to the Dominican republic ?

oluwasegun badejoko

2 years ago

how can i get a tourist visa from Nigeria to the Dominica republic?

How can I get a tourist visa am a Nigerian.?

awoyemi samson olumide

4 years ago

How can I apply for a tourist visa am a Nigerian

Zubby

4 years ago

How much is the visa to Dominican republic in naira ?

Olawale Leemson

3 years ago

i am a Nigerian. how do i get Dominican Republic visa

How can apply for family visa to Dominica?

Abidemi

2 years ago

Good afternoon sir,am from Nigeria , please I need to get a family visa to Dominican republic, how do I go about it?

Can I travelled to Dominica with evisa obtained online?

Olaojo abiodun

4 years ago

Can I travelled to Dominica with evisa obtained online?

Hello Am from Nigeria Which embassy I can apply for Dominican Republic?

James

4 years ago

Can I get working visa in Dominican republic

olawale leemson

4 years ago

where is Dominican Republic embassy located in Nigeria

Am a Nigeria citizen with USA and United Kingdom Visa. Can I travel to Dominican Republic with it if yes, am I to get tourists card. Thanks?

How do I get a visa to Dominica republic?

Ephesians Two Eight Travel and Tours Ltd

3 years ago

Please To what country are we too apply for the toursit Visa

Can one visit dominican republic during this pandemic and where to apply the visa from Nigeria??

I am a Nigerian citizen but resident in the bahamas and would like to visit the Dominican Republic for a few days as a tourist?

Please how do I apply for a tourist visa to Dominican Republic??

ODESANMI

4 years ago

I want to apply tourist visa to Dominican Republic in Nigeria

Diala onyedikachi Kingsley

2 years ago

How can I apply for tourist visa

Where do I submit my Visa application in Nigeria?

Babaranti

2 years ago

Hello

I need a visa to dominican republic?

How much is Dominican republic visa for nigerian?

How much is Dominican republic visa for nigerians?

Emeh Peter Ihuoma

3 years ago

How can I get the visa