Visa requirements for Dominican citizens are entry restrictions set by foreign authorities for citizens of the Commonwealth of Dominica. Ranking 78th on the Global Passport Index, the Dominica passport allows visa free travel to 145 countries, as of July 2024.
Countries Allowing Visa Free Entry for Dominica Passport Holders
The table below is the most recent list for July 2024 of 84 countries allowing Dominica citizens visa free entry:
Andorra | Gambia | Norway |
Argentina | Germany | Palestine, State of |
Austria | Greece | Panama |
Bahamas | Guyana | Peru |
Barbados | Haiti | Philippines |
Belarus | Hong Kong | Poland |
Belgium | Hungary | Portugal |
Belize | Iceland | Romania |
Bosnia and Herzegovina | Israel | Russia |
Botswana | Italy | San Marino |
Brazil | Jamaica | Serbia |
Bulgaria | Kenya | Seychelles |
Cabo Verde | Kiribati | Singapore |
China | Latvia | Slovakia |
Colombia | Lesotho | Slovenia |
Costa Rica | Liechtenstein | Spain |
Croatia | Lithuania | Suriname |
Cuba | Luxembourg | Sweden |
Cyprus | Macao | Switzerland |
Czech Republic | Malawi | Tanzania |
Denmark | Malaysia | Trinidad and Tobago |
Dominican Republic | Malta | Ukraine |
Ecuador | Mauritius | Uruguay |
Estonia | Micronesia, Federated States of | Uzbekistan |
Eswatini | Moldova, Republic of | Vanuatu |
Fiji | Monaco | Holy See (Vatican City State) |
Finland | Montenegro | Venezuela |
France | Netherlands | Zambia |
Countries Allowing Entry without a Passport for Dominica Citizens
The table below lists five countries that allow Dominica nationals entry with their national ID card:
Antigua and Barbuda
Grenada
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Countries Granting a Visa on Arrival to Dominica Passport Holders
The table below lists 28 countries that allow Dominica citizens to obtain a visa on arrival:
Armenia | Lao People's Democratic Republic | Samoa |
Bangladesh | Madagascar | Sierra Leone |
Bolivia, Plurinational State of | Maldives | Solomon Islands |
Burundi | Mauritania | Somalia |
Cambodia | Mozambique | Timor-Leste |
Comoros | Nepal | Togo |
Egypt | Nicaragua | Tonga |
Ghana | Palau | Tuvalu |
Guinea-Bissau | Rwanda | Turkey |
Jordan |
Countries Granting an e-Visa to Dominica Passport Holders
The table below lists 35 countries that allow Dominica passport holders to obtain an e-Visa:
Albania | Ethiopia | Papua New Guinea |
Australia | Gabon | Sao Tome and Principe |
Bahrain | Georgia | Korea, Republic of |
Benin | Guinea | South Sudan |
Bhutan | India | Sri Lanka |
Burkina Faso | Iran, Islamic Republic of | Taiwan, Province of China |
Cameroon | Kazakhstan | Tajikistan |
Congo, The Democratic Republic of the | Kyrgyzstan | Thailand |
Côte d'Ivoire | Mongolia | Uganda |
Djibouti | Nigeria | Viet Nam |
El Salvador | Oman | Zimbabwe |
Equatorial Guinea | Pakistan |
Countries that Require Dominica Passport Holders to Apply for Visa
The table below lists 45 countries as of July 2024 that require visas from Dominican citizens:
Afghanistan | Ireland | North Korea |
Algeria | Japan | North Macedonia |
Angola | Kuwait | Paraguay |
Azerbaijan | Lebanon | Qatar |
Brunei Darussalam | Liberia | Saudi Arabia |
Canada | Libya | Senegal |
Central African Republic | Mali | South Africa |
Chad | Marshall Islands | Sudan |
Chile | Mexico | Syrian Arab Republic |
Congo | Morocco | Tunisia |
Eritrea | Myanmar | Turkmenistan |
Guatemala | Namibia | United Arab Emirates |
Honduras | Nauru | United Kingdom |
Indonesia | New Zealand | United States |
Iraq | Niger | Yemen |
Other requirements for Dominica nationals
- The cost to obtain regular visas varies depending on the country and type of visa. Some countries may require Dominica tourists to submit additional documents or fees, such as an invitation letter or a health certificate to qualify for the required visa.
- Entry requirements for specific countries may differ depending on entry points, or state that passport holders must have a certain amount of validity left on their passports or obtain a visa prior to arrival.
It’s worth noting that the complete list of visa policies for countries in the above list are subject to change, and it’s crucial to check the latest travel advisories before planning your trip.
A Closer Look at Dominican Visa Free Destinations
Schengen Area
All Schengen countries are on the Dominica passport visa free list, allowing access to the Schengen Area without a Schengen visa. Dominica citizens can travel visa free to the Schengen zone for up to 90 days in a 180-day period.
Asia
Asian visa free countries for Dominicans include South Korea, Hong Kong, and Singapore, with a maximum stay period of 90 days in Hong Kong and 30 days without a visa in Singapore. Dominicans have visa free travel to SAR China through a visa free agreement signed between the Dominica and Chinese government in September 2022.
The Caribbean
CARICOM comprises 20 Caribbean nations and overseas departments, including the British Virgin Islands, Turks and Caicos Islands, the Cayman Islands, Trinidad and Tobago, and territories in the French West Indies.
A regional agreement between the Dominican government and five Caribbean countries from the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) allows entry with national ID cards. These countries are:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Grenada
- St Kitts and Nevis
- St Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
Africa
Dominica passport holders enjoy visa free entry to many African countries, including popular tourist destinations such as Cape Verde, Guinea Bissau, and Mauritius.
How to Obtain a Dominican Passport
Foreign investors and their family members can obtain Dominica citizenship and a passport through the Dominica citizenship program. The program requires a donation of $200,000 to the Dominica Economic Diversification Fund or purchasing an approved real estate property worth at least $200,000. There are also specific processing and due diligence fees to pay before being granted citizenship.
How can Dominican passport holders travel without a visa?
Dominicans can travel visa free to specific countries or obtain a visa on arrival. The specific requirements and restrictions will vary depending on the country or destination.
Visa free countries: Dominica passport holders can visit several countries without a visa. As of July 2024, they can access 145 countries without regular visas or obtain a visa on arrival (VOA).
Electronic visa: Some countries offer Dominicans electronic visa (electronic travel permit or e-Visa) access, which can be obtained online before travel. E-visa holders can produce their visa upon arrival to gain entry.
Visa on arrival: Some countries offer a visa on arrival (VOA) for Dominican nationals, which can be obtained through immigration and customs upon arrival.
Bilateral agreements: Dominica has bilateral travel agreements with several countries in the Caribbean, allowing Dominica nationals entry without their passport. Specific agreements with countries such as Grenada, and St Vincent and the Grenadines allow Dominica citizens to enter with a national ID card.
Dominican Passport Restrictions
As a former British colony and member of the British Commonwealth, Dominicans could previously travel visa free to the United Kingdom, with a stay of up to six months. However, the British government raised security concerns over the country’s citizenship by investment program and opted to revoke Dominica passport visa free access, effective 19 July 2023.
Ireland’s Minister of Justice, Helen McEntee, also highlighted concerns regarding Dominica’s citizenship program, with the Irish government opting to renounce visa free entry for Dominicans as of 7 March 2024.
Dominica citizens intending to transit via the UK when traveling to another country will need a direct airside transit visa to gain entry.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Visa Policies for Dominica Citizens
Is a visa required for Dominican passport holders to visit the US?
As of July 2024, US visa requirements require Dominica citizens to B1/B2 tourist visa to travel to the United States. Dominican can stay in the US for 180 days with a tourist visa. The tourist visa remains valid for up to ten years.
Can I stay in the EU with a Dominican passport?
Dominican passport holders can reside in Schengen zone and European Union countries outside the zone for up to 90 days within 180 days.
Is Dominica visa free to Canada?
Canada is not among the Dominica visa free countries. Dominica citizens must apply for a Canada visitor visa to travel to Canada. This Canadian visa is valid for stays of up to 180 days. Dominicans who hold a valid visa issued by the Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs do not need to apply for a visa and can travel visa free to Canada.
Is a visa required for Dominican passport holders to visit Hong Kong (SAR China)?
Dominican passport holders do not need a visa to visit Hong Kong (SAR China) for tourism. Citizens of the Commonwealth of Dominica can stay for up to 90 days without a visa. However, they must have a valid Dominican passport that is valid for at least six months beyond their intended stay. Dominicans not traveling for tourism purposes, such as for business or work, may need to apply for a relevant visa.
Is a visa required for Dominican passport holders to visit South Korea?
Dominicans are visa exempt in South Korea through the option to obtain Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) prior to travel. The K-ETA is a South Korean visa waiver program that allows eligible citizens to travel for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days.
Do Dominican citizens need a visa to enter Costa Rica?
Dominican citizens can visit Costa Rica visa free as of July 2024.
Can I go to Europe with a Dominica passport?
Dominican passports facilitate visa free travel to various European visa free countries, including those within the European Union and others like Montenegro and Serbia.
How many countries are visa free on Dominica passport?
From the latest visa requirements in July 2024, 145 countries are visa free for holders of a Dominica passport.