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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Dominican Republic.
In this country, an additional fee is charged by ATM owners. The latter not only applies to Travel withdrawals but to all card withdrawals.
Please see «Banknotes» below for important information
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts for reconversion.
Travelers are advised to bring cash in US dollar (in small amounts).
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Please note that cash in USD is considered the principal mode of payment in tourist areas. The national currency is less popular and is sometimes not accepted as mode of payment. The national currency is less popular and is sometimes not accepted as mode of payment.
Reconversion limited to 30% of exchanged amounts.
Time difference with Switzerland
- 5 h / - 6 h during our summer time
Capital
Santo Domingo
National language
Official language
Spanish
Language capabilities
English
Voltage
110 volt / adapter required
Opening hours
Banks
8.00 - 16.00 h (Mon - Fri)
9.00 - 13.00 h (Sat)
Stores
8.30 - 18.30 h (Mon - Sat)
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Risk of dengue fever.
Risk of malaria in certain areas.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).
Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰.
Country code for calling Switzerland
011 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Santo Domingo, Ave. Jimenez Moya 71 (Churchill esq. Desiderio Arias)
Tel. +1 809 533 37 81 / +1 809 534 69 44 / +1 809 532 99 97
Other information
Security
High crime rate.
Travelers should pay close attention to their personal security.
Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Avoid nighttime driving.
Special legal regulations
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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