Dominican Republic
Embassy of the Dominican Republic
1715 22nd Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
202-332-6280
Entry Requirements
Complete the following entry requirements to travel to Dominican Republic with your pet:
- Dominican Republic is a high risk country for rabies. Before receiving an import permit to return to the U.S., travelers must obtain 2 pictures of their pet's front teeth, a CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record, a serologic titer from an approved laboratory and a passport photo of the owner. Once these items are obtained, apply for a permit for your pet to return to the U.S. at this link. For further guidance on returning to the U.S. with your pet from a high risk country, contact the CDC directly at cdcanimalimports@cdc.gov
- Obtain a health certificate issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian, which includes the name and address of the owner, and complete identification of the animal (name, breed, sex, and age), within 15 days of travel.
- Pets must have been vaccinated against rabies between a month and a year before the trip and have proof of vaccination.
- Animal Control at your chosen airport must release your pet and check necessary documents upon arrival for a fee of $10.
Quarantine Information
Pets being transported into Dominican Republic are not required to be quarantined if they meet all the necessary requirements listed above.
Download Entry Application
To download the application form required for entry into Dominican Republic with a domestic pet, please click the PDF icon below.
