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Dominican Republic

Vaccinations Dominican Republic

Planning a trip to the Dominican Republic soon? Preparing well can help make your holiday enjoyable and safe. It is important to note that visiting the Dominican Republic carries certain health risks, so vaccinations are recommended and may even be mandatory. The vaccinations you will need depend on factors such as the regions you will be visiting and the length of your stay. Simply make an appointment with us to get personalised travel advice.

The Dominican Republic is a country on the island of Hispaniola, in the Caribbean. It covers about two-thirds of the island. To the west, it shares a border with Haiti, and to the east lies the island of Puerto Rico. To the north is the Atlantic Ocean, and to the south is the Caribbean Sea. The capital city, Santo Domingo de Guzmán, is located on the southern coast. The average yearly temperature for the Dominican Republic is 29 degrees Celsius.

For personalised travel advice and vaccinations, come see our travel nurses at KLM Health Services. They are ready to assist you. Keep an eye on the current safety situation at your destination and read our travel tips.

  • globe North America
  • partly_cloudy_day Tropical climate
  • rainy 110 days per year
  • flight_takeoff Best time to travel is December to April

Mandatory vaccinations

Yellow fever (when traveling from a high-risk area)

Health risks and recommended vaccinations

ChikungunyaDengue feverDTPHepatitis AHepatitis BMalariaSchistosomiasisZika virus
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