Please be aware if you are traveling from Canada to the Dominican Republic. The government has updated its travel advisory and added new information.
The travel advisory for people traveling from Canada to the Dominican Republic includes the latest entry and exit requirements. According to the Government of Canada, the Directorate General of Immigration (DGM) will extend passport validity rules for Canadians.
“Until December 31, 2026, Canadians may enter the Dominican Republic for tourist purposes with a passport that is valid for the duration of their stay,” the advisory reads.
According to DGM, this means Canadians whose passports are about to expire can travel to the Dominican Republic. As an exception, passports do not have to meet the standard six-month validity period and must only be valid for the duration of your stay and departure. Officials say the rules aim to eliminate barriers to tourists and ensure a “more streamlined entry process for visitors from major markets.”
This rule also applies to citizens of Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, the United States, the United Kingdom, and European Union member states who hold a valid and current passport. However, it does not say whether the same rules apply to permanent residents of Canada.
This interim rule applies only to Canadian citizens traveling for tourism purposes. If you are traveling for another purpose, you will need a passport that is valid for at least six months after your arrival in the Dominican Republic.
However, the Canadian government has warned that national and local authorities “determine who can enter and exit their borders.” It also states that information regarding entry and exit requirements is subject to change at any time.
The advisory states: “If you do not meet the entry or exit requirements of your destination, the Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf.”
Visit the Dominican Republic of Canada travel advice website for the latest advisories and information.
Canadians traveling abroad can also register with the Registration of Overseas Canadians (ROCA). This free and confidential service notifies nationals abroad of foreign emergencies or domestic personal emergencies.
