Dominican Republic (Dominican Republic)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of North America.

Its center lies at a latitude of 19 and longitude of -70.66667.

Dominican Republic also goes by the names, An Phoblacht Dhoiminiceach, Cong hoa Do-mi-ni-ca-na, Cong hoa Dominicana, Cộng hoà Dominicana, Cộng hòa Ðô-mi-ni-ca-na, Daminikanskaa Respublika, Den Dominikanske Republik, Den dominikanske republikk

The prodominant languages spoken are es-DO (Spanish) and its currency is the Peso (DOP),

Dominican Republic currently has a population of 9823800 (estimate).

Dominican Republic's neighbouring countries are, Haiti, .

Regions within Dominican Republic

Largest Cities within Dominican Republic


Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Dominican Republic

Published: Fri, 04 May 2012 07:51:00 GMT

Travel Summary

  • Presidential elections will take place across the country on 20 May, and political campaigns are already in full swing. Whilst violence is not expected, it may still occur and visitors are therefore advised to avoid getting caught up in political rallies and demonstrations.

  • 170,065 British nationals visited the Dominican Republic in 2011 (source the Dominican Central Bank). Most visits are trouble-free, but there are incidents of crime and violence. See Safety and Security - Crime and General - Consular Assistance Statistics.

  • Arrests of British nationals for attempting to traffic drugs have increased markedly.  Penalties for possession, distribution or manufacture of drugs are severe and can lead to imprisonment. See Local Laws and Customs.
  • Cholera is present in the Dominican Republic, with over 300 deaths since the outbreak in neighbouring Haiti in October 2010. The number of cases has decreased, but you should continue to eat only well prepared food and drink only bottled water. Maintaining personal hygiene is also essential.
  • In January two moderate earthquakes of 5.2 and 5.0 magnitudes on the Richter scale were recorded in the Dominican Republic. Although these were moderate in intensity and very limited structural damage was reported, travellers should be aware of what to do if caught up in such an event. See Natural Disasters - Earthquakes.

  • Credit card cloning and fraud are common. It is safer to use cash.

  • There is a low threat from terrorism in Dominican Republic. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.

  • You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling.  See General - Insurance.

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