Medical Information

Medical Care

If a situation occurs in which you require medical attention, there are close public hospitals as well as private doctors and dentists where we have had good experiences. It is also important that you have travel insurance. In fact, we urge our volunteers to take out special travel insurance – just in case!

When traveling in Latin America there are certain considerations you should take regarding your health. You should visit a doctor prior to departure if you have any illness or ailments that may recur during your trip and inform your travel insurance provider of any relevant pre-existing conditions. It is also a good idea to have a dental checkup before you depart.

We suggest you consult with your medical adviser about recommended vaccinations for this region.

For volunteers and interns working in our medical experience and observation program at the local hospital, we suggest you check health requirements and vaccinations with your health advisor. Internationally, there are a number of vaccinations recommended or required. Read on here.

Check with your insurance company before you leave to determine whether or not you are covered during international travel. If not, travel insurance should be purchased for the duration of your trip. Contact your insurance agent, or Council Travel if you are a student. We highly recommend you taking out at least a basic insurance covering yourself and your property.

Note:
Each traveler to the Dominican Republic is required to fulfill correctly the information on the electronic ticket for the General Directorate of Migration. After entering the data, you will receive a QR code that has to be presented already at the airline check-in. Please click here before you take your flight: eticket.migracion.gob.do