Dominican Republic
Travel restrictions
The Dominican government allowed the resumption of commercial aviation effective July 1st.
As of September 15th, tourists arriving in Dominican Republic will no longer need to show a negative PCR test completed prior to entering the country. Instead, a non-invasive breath test will be performed randomly for diagnosis. Likewise, foreign visitors who enter the country from September 15th to December 31st, 2020, will have a free traveler assistance plan provided at the time of check-in at their hotel, which includes emergencies in case of an infection of COVID-19.
On December 23rd, the Dominican government instituted restrictions on airports in Punta Cana, Santiago, and Santo Domingo permitting only ONE person to accompany travelers inside the airport for arrivals or departures. One additional person can accompany travelers by vehicle but will not be allowed access inside the terminals. Cell phone use is not permitted inside the airports.
Airports remain fully operational, however flights to and from the United Kingdom have been suspended.
Starting January 1st, all passengers are required to fill out an E-Ticket when entering or exiting the Dominican Republic. For each entry and exit a new E Ticket is required and the code generated upon form completion can be presented at the airport on a digital device.
The Ministry of Health advises of mandatory quarantine or self-quarantine for COVID-19 positive patients.
Measures taken by the government
On July 20th, the President of the Dominican Republic signed a decree establishing a State of Emergency for 45 days.
Social distancing protocols have been established for a variety of activities and masks are required by law in public spaces.
Large events and public gatherings of all kinds suspended.
From September 28th, there is a nationwide curfew (all cities and provinces)from Monday through Friday from 9 pm to 5 am, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 7 pm to 5 am.
In addition, since December 31st and until January 10th, the government of the Dominican Republic has issued a special curfew nationwide. Failure to follow the curfew, including for U.S. citizens, may result in arrest and/or fines. Full details can be found on https://presidencia.gob.do/ (Spanish only).
Emergency number (related to COVID-19) while visiting the country
A national hotline for questions relating to COVID-19 if you have been exposed or are experiencing severe symptoms has been created.
Call *462 for further instructions, but note that English-speaking operators are limited.
Source:
US Embassy in Dominican Republic https://do.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
Published on January 13th (checked on January 13th)
Dominican Republic Ministry Of Tourism: Tourism Recovery Plan https://www.godominicanrepublic.com/news-posts/current/minister-of-tourism-of-dominican-republic-finalizes-details-for-tourism-recovery-plan/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss
Published on September 7th (checked on January 13th)
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