Foreign travel advice

Dominica

Entry requirements

This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel. 

The authorities in Dominica set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Dominica High Commission in the UK

COVID-19 rules 

There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Dominica. 

Passport validity requirements 

To enter Dominica, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive. 

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.  

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen. 

Visa requirements 

You do not need a visa to visit Dominica. The border authorities will grant you a stay of 6 months on arrival. If you want to stay longer, you must arrange and pay for an extension with the Dominica Immigration Division

It is illegal to overstay or work without a work permit. 

Checks at border control 

At border control, you may also need to show a return or onward ticket. 

Departure tax 

There is a departure tax of 86 East Caribbean dollars or 33 US dollars. It is usually included in the cost of your plane ticket. You also need to pay departure tax if travelling by ferry. 

Vaccination requirements  

At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the vaccinations and certificates you need in TravelHealthPro’s Dominica guide

Depending on your circumstances, this may include a yellow fever certificate. 

Customs rules 

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Dominica. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. 

Taking money into Dominica   

Declare cash or travellers cheques if the value is 10,000 East Caribbean dollars or more. You will get a certified declaration to show you brought it in with you.