Practical information Dominican Republic

Financial

The official currency in Dominican Republic is the Dominican peso (RD$).

Health and vaccinations

Be extra cautious in Dominican Republic with whatever you eat and drink (especially tap water and food that's raw or was prepared on the street), swimming water and your personal hygiene In Dominican Republic an increased risk exists to catch bilharzia, diphtheria, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, polio, tetanus and typhoid fever. If possible, vaccination is recommended. Consult your doctor for more specific information and a personal advice.