Travel Logistics
Entry/Visa Information
Most visitors arriving to the Dominican Republic–including those from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, the European Union, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mexico, many South American countries, Central America, Japan, etc. do not need a visa to enter the country. Click HERE to check if your country requires a tourist visa.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGNERS ENTERING THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC AS TOURISTS
Foreigners entering the Dominican Republic as tourists must comply with the following requirements:
Passport with a minimum validity of six (6) months.
Air, maritime or land ticket of entrance and return.
A permanent address in the Dominican Republic.
Proof of sufficient economic solvency to cover their expenses during their stay in the Dominican Republic.
E-Ticket
All foreign and Dominican passengers entering or departing the Dominican Republic on commercial flights must complete the free electronic entry and exit form at: https://eticket.migracion.gob.do
Invitation and Support Letter Application
If you need to request an invitation letter to attend the Conference at the Dominican Fiesta Hotel in the Dominican Republic, July 18-22, 2024, please complete click the button below. The invitation letter serves various purposes, including facilitating visa applications, securing work permits, and meeting specific requirements.
Travel and Attendance Support Applications
We do not want financial constraints to limit attendance to this conference, so please consider applying for Travel Support to help offset a portion of your costs if needed. To apply for this support you should follow link below and read the instructions on this page carefully. When you complete this application it serves as your tentative Conference Registration in addition to your application for travel support. The deadline to submit this form is Sunday April 21st.
Tricks to get your flight to DR
While there are numerous airports in various parts of the country for your convenience, in case you wish to explore different regions before or after the conference, it's worth noting that the Las Americas International Airport (airport code SDQ) is situated within the same city as the conference venue. Some websites can help you find the cheapest/ best flights, here are some of our suggestions:
There is also a Dominican airline, Arajet, offering great prices on flights to and from: Mexico, Peru, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Canada, Argentina, Aruba, San Martin, Curazao, Ecuador, Jamaica, Brazil, and Chile.
Our Airport Shuttle Pickup Schedule is coming soon!
Stay tuned!
Insider Advice:
Rather than having to rely on wifi as soon as you get off the plane in the Dominican Republic, prep a few things on your smartphone before you travel to save yourself some time. Google Maps has a great "Offline Maps" option - download satellite imagery of the entire island a few weeks before the conference so that you can pull it up anywhere, anytime while traveling around the Dominican Republic. Here's a quick tutorial on how to do so. Also be sure to "star" some destinations that are important (hotels, airports, trailheads for hikes you are interested in, beaches you want to visit, etc.).
Explore Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo is rich in culture and filled with historical destinations. You will find the Colonial Zone, several museums, the Botanical Garden, a variety of shopping malls, a very active nightlife, and much more. If you want to learn more about all of the attractions Santo Domingo has to offer, please click here. If you want to explore the city after conference hours, we recommend using the Uber app or asking the hotel front desk to call a cab for you.
