GermanyDominican Republic: Visa-free

GermanyDominican Republic

Do Germany passport holders need a visa for Dominican Republic?

Visa-free

No. Germany passport holders do not need a visa to visit Dominican Republic for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: consultas.mirex.gob.do (checked July 19, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance7,940 km, straight line (~9h 50m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Dominican Republic155 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Dominican Republic passport holders visiting Germany: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Germany passport holders need a visa for Dominican Republic?

No. Germany passport holders do not need a visa to visit Dominican Republic for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

How long can Germany citizens stay in Dominican Republic without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Dominican Republic from Germany?

About 7,940 km in a straight line, roughly ~9h 50m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Dominican Republic?

Dominican peso (DOP).

What is the emergency number in Dominican Republic?

911.

What time zone is Dominican Republic in?

Santo Domingo (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Santo Domingo?

La Isabela International Airport (JBQ), about 14 km away.

How many countries can enter Dominican Republic without a visa?

155 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Dominican Republic visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Germany

Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany, is a country in Western and Central Europe. It lies between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea to the north with the Alps to the south. Its 16 constituent states have a total population of over 83 million, making it the most populous member state of the European Union (EU). Germany borders Denmark to the north; Poland and the Czech Republic to the east; Austria and Switzerland to the south; and France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands to the west. The nation's capital and most populous city is Berlin and its main financial centre is Frankfurt; the largest urban area is the Ruhr.

CapitalBerlin

RegionWestern Europe

Population83.5M

Area357,114 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesGerman

Calling code+49

Drives on theright

TimezoneBerlin (UTC+2)

Nearest airportBerlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 19 km

Emergency number110 / 112

UNESCO sites73

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$60,496 (2025)

Tourist arrivals12.4M (2020)

Climate in Berlin

Warmest August, coolest December, driest April, sunniest July. Best time to visit: August.

Monthly climate normals for Berlin, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	6.6°C	1.4°C	40mm	123h
February	8.5°C	3.3°C	101mm	132h
March	9.2°C	1.2°C	34mm	248h
April	16°C	4.3°C	4mm	349h
May	17.4°C	7.4°C	45mm	316h
June	23.8°C	13.9°C	51mm	349h
July	23°C	13.9°C	59mm	364h
August	27.4°C	17.1°C	39mm	336h
September	20.8°C	11°C	59mm	269h
October	14.1°C	8.9°C	63mm	166h
November	9.7°C	4.6°C	18mm	143h
December	5.5°C	1.2°C	27mm	118h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Germany is the largest country in Central Europe. It is known for its rich cultural heritage, innovative inventions, its old-world charm and Gemütlichkeit (cosiness). Discard any perceptions of Germany as being homogeneous; a country of surprising regional diversity awaits your presence. Many tourists visit Germany to experience European history and the diverse German landscape. German culture, outdoor activities, German holidays and festivities, the countryside and rural areas, and the German cities are identified as being big draws for visitors.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Aachen Cathedral
Aachen Cathedral Treasury
Aachen Chapel of Hungary
Abbey and Altenmünster of Lorsch
Altes Museum
Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Archaeological Border complex of Hedeby and the Danevirke
Artists' Colony in Darmstadt
Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces
Bauhaus and its Sites in Weimar, Dessau and Bernau

Upcoming public holidays

September 20, 2026Weltkindertag

October 3, 2026Tag der Deutschen Einheit

October 31, 2026Reformationstag

Full source list on About.

About Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is an island country on the eastern part of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola in the Greater Antilles of the Caribbean Sea in the North Atlantic Ocean. It shares a maritime border with Puerto Rico to the east and a land border with Haiti to the west, occupying the eastern five-eighths of Hispaniola which, along with Saint Martin, is one of only two islands in the Caribbean shared by two sovereign states. In the Antilles, the country is the second-largest by area after Cuba at 48,671 square kilometers (18,792 sq mi) and the second most populous after Haiti with approximately 11.4 million people in 2024, of whom 3.6 million reside in the metropolitan area of Santo Domingo, the capital city.

CapitalSanto Domingo

RegionCaribbean

Population11.5M

Area48,671 km²

CurrencyDominican peso (1 USD ≈ 61.29 DOP)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+1809, +1829, +1849

Drives on theright

TimezoneSanto Domingo (UTC-4)

Nearest airportLa Isabela International Airport (JBQ), 14 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites2

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$11,059 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.7M (2020)

Climate in Santo Domingo

Warmest August, coolest March, driest December, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, December.

Monthly climate normals for Santo Domingo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28.7°C	21.4°C	44mm	324h
February	29.1°C	21.5°C	58mm	314h
March	28.1°C	20.9°C	66mm	351h
April	29.1°C	22.3°C	44mm	352h
May	29.7°C	23.7°C	57mm	375h
June	31.1°C	24°C	69mm	365h
July	30.9°C	24.2°C	161mm	347h
August	31.1°C	24.5°C	213mm	344h
September	30.4°C	23.9°C	127mm	303h
October	29.7°C	23.5°C	137mm	307h
November	28.2°C	22.6°C	233mm	275h
December	28.1°C	21.5°C	43mm	327h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean country that occupies the eastern half of the island of Hispaniola, which it shares with Haiti. Besides white sand beaches and mountain landscapes, the country is home to the oldest European city in the Americas, now part of Santo Domingo. Due to its Hispanic heritage, the Dominican Republic is called the Cradle of the Americas.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Colonial City of Santo Domingo
Iglesia de Las Mercedes

Upcoming public holidays

September 24, 2026Nuestra Senora de las Mercedes

November 6, 2026Día de la Constitución

December 25, 2026Navidad

Full source list on About.