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Russian Federation to Dominican Republic visa requirements

Q: Is there still a paper tourist card to buy?

For air arrivals, the former US$10 tourist card is now included in the airfare and replaced operationally by the online E-Ticket. There is no separate card to purchase at the airport for most air travelers.

Q: What is the E-Ticket and is it mandatory?

The E-Ticket is a free, mandatory online migration form that every passenger must complete before arrival and before departure at eticket.migracion.gob.do. It generates a QR code shown to the airline and immigration.

Q: How long can a Russian tourist stay?

Up to 30 days as a standard visa-free admission. You can request an extension at the Dirección General de Migración; staying beyond 30 days without extension triggers a graduated overstay surcharge paid on departure.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?

No. The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean country and is not part of the Schengen area, so neither the Schengen short-stay rule nor ETIAS applies to this route.

Q: What documents should I carry on arrival?

A passport valid ideally six months, your E-Ticket QR code, a return or onward ticket, and proof of accommodation. Immigration may ask to see proof of onward travel and funds.

Russian ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourism in the Dominican Republic. Entry is visa-free for short stays (up to 30 days, extendable). There is no Schengen rule here — the Dominican Republic is a Caribbean nation, not part of Schengen. The only mandatory step is the free online E-Ticket migration form. A Russia ordinary passport holder can enter the Dominican Republic visa-free for tourism. The Dominican Republic's official tourism board explicitly lists Russia among the nationalities that do not require a visa for short tourist visits. No visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is needed. The standard admitted period is up to 30 days, which can be extended at the Dirección General de Migración; staying beyond 30 days incurs a graduated overstay surcharge payable on departure. Every traveler (foreign or local) must complete the free, mandatory online E-Ticket migration form before arrival and before departure — this replaced the old paper tourist card for air travelers, and the former US$10 tourist-card fee is now bundled into the airfare. Passport should ideally be valid at least six months, and travelers should carry proof of onward/return travel and accommodation. The Dominican Republic is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (no visa required for tourism)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (extendable at DGM)

per entry

Entries

Multiple (each visit-based, no fixed cap)

from issue date

Visa fee

US$0 visa fee; tourism fee included in airfare

consular fee only

Processing time

None — E-Ticket form completed instantly online

standard track

Validity

Passport valid 6 months recommended; entry per-trip

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Check that your Russian ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned arrival date and has at least one blank page.

· 6 months recommended

/02

Book travel with proof of onward journey

Purchase a round-trip or onward ticket. Immigration may ask for proof of departure and accommodation for the duration of your stay.

· Round-trip ticket· Hotel booking

/03

Complete the free online E-Ticket

Fill in the mandatory electronic migration form at the official portal eticket.migracion.gob.do before boarding your flight. It is free and generates a QR code.

· Mandatory· Free· QR code

/04

Arrive and present the E-Ticket QR

Show the E-Ticket QR code to the airline at departure and to Dominican immigration on arrival. No separate paper tourist card is needed for air arrivals.

· Air arrival

/05

Receive entry stamp (up to 30 days)

Immigration admits visa-exempt tourists for up to 30 days. Keep the stamp visible to track your authorized stay.

· 30 days standard

/06

Complete exit E-Ticket and settle any overstay fee

Before leaving, complete the departure portion of the E-Ticket. If you stayed beyond 30 days, pay the graduated overstay surcharge at the airport on departure.

· Departure form· Overstay fee if >30 days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Russian Federation -> Dominican Republic · Visa-free (no visa required for tourism)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredRussian ordinary passport valid 6+ months

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedAt least one blank passport page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

recommended

RequiredCompleted online E-Ticket (entry) with QR code

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredCompleted online E-Ticket (exit) before departure

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredRound-trip or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel/host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedAwareness of 30-day limit and overstay surcharge

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesGo Dominican Republic - Official Tourism Board: Entry Requirements Dirección General de Migración (DGM) - E-Ticket Service Official Dominican Republic E-Ticket Portal

Application link included: Dirección General de Migración (DGM) - E-Ticket Service

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa feeUS$0No visa required for Russian tourists

E-Ticket migration formUS$0Mandatory but free on the official government portal

Tourism fee / tourist cardUS$10 (included)Bundled into airfare for air arrivals; no separate payment

Departure taxUS$20 (included)Normally included in the airline ticket price

Overstay surchargeFrom ~RD$2,500+Only if you stay beyond 30 days; paid on departure, rises with duration

Total estimate0 — US$0 (visa); incidental tourism/departure fees normally included in airfareincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry (E-Ticket only)

Instant

No visa processing. Complete the free online E-Ticket before your flight; entry is granted on arrival.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Visa-exempt nationality

Russia is explicitly listed by the Dominican Republic's official tourism board among nationalities that do not require a tourist visa.

High

/02

E-Ticket form required

All arriving and departing passengers must complete the free online E-Ticket migration form; missing it can cause boarding or entry delays.

High

/03

30-day stay limit

Visa-free tourists are admitted for up to 30 days; longer stays need an extension or trigger an overstay surcharge on exit.

Medium

/04

Proof of onward travel

Immigration may request a return/onward ticket and accommodation details before admitting visa-free visitors.

Medium

/05

Passport validity

A passport valid at least six months is the standard recommendation to avoid issues at check-in or immigration.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Russia to Dominican Rep. route verified

Confirmed visa-free tourist entry for Russian ordinary passport holders against the official Dominican Republic tourism board, which lists Russia as visa-exempt. Verified the mandatory free E-Ticket migration form and standard 30-day admitted stay. No Schengen/ETIAS relevance.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Russian citizens need a visa for the Dominican Republic?—

No. Russian ordinary passport holders can enter visa-free for tourism. The Dominican Republic's official tourism board lists Russia among visa-exempt nationalities.

Is there still a paper tourist card to buy?+

What is the E-Ticket and is it mandatory?+

How long can a Russian tourist stay?+

Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?+

What documents should I carry on arrival?+

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