QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for the Dominican Republic with a Canadian passport?
No visa needed for this trip.
Rule verified by QuickTravelTools on October 10, 2026.
Visa rules for all 199 passports: the Dominican Republic visa hub.
What you need
- Passport: should be valid at least 6 months after your trip ends.
- Apply: Start the official MIREX visa services portal (official)
Official sources
- States 'A visa is required for visits longer than 30 days' and that the $10 tourist card fee (included in airline charges) 'allows stays up to 30 days, extendable from the Migration Department in Santo Domingo.' (U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, verified October 5, 2026)
- The migration authority's official portal states the electronic ticket is mandatory ('de caracter obligatorio') for every passenger entering or leaving the country. (Direccion General de Migracion, Dominican Republic, verified October 5, 2026)
- Official per-nationality lookup tool ('CONDICIONES PARA EXTRANJEROS INGRESAR'), legal basis Decreto 691-07. Tool verified working 2026-10-09: US ordinary passport + tourism = no visa; Afghanistan = visa required. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MIREX), Dominican Republic, verified October 9, 2026)
- MIREX Visas page: visa requirement depends on traveler nationality; lists visa classes and legal framework (Ley 285-04, Reglamento 631-11, Decreto 691-07). (Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MIREX), Dominican Republic, verified October 9, 2026)
the Dominican Republic at a glance
| Region | North America |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 41 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type A/B/C sockets, 120/208 V, 277/480 V, 60 Hz |
On cost, the Dominican Republic is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 41 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how the Dominican Republic compares to 179 countries.
On power, you are in luck: both Canadian outlets and the Dominican Republic's use Type A, so many of your chargers should fit as-is. Voltage differs too (120/208 V, 277/480 V there versus 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 347/600 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for the Dominican Republic.
Common questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for the Dominican Republic?
No. No visa needed for this trip.
How long can a Canadian passport holder stay in the Dominican Republic?
The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from official government sources and verified by QuickTravelTools, and it can lag rule changes. Always confirm with the Dominican Republic's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
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