Vaccinations Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic vaccination advice
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The Dominican Republic is a popular holiday destination known for its stunning beaches, tropical climate and vibrant culture. Whether you are relaxing on the coast of Punta Cana, visiting historic Santo Domingo or exploring nature in the interior, proper preparation for your trip is important in this regard. Including getting the right vaccinations to protect your health during your trip to the Dominican Republic.
At Vaccination Point, you can easily make an appointment for your travel vaccinations. With more than 70 locations throughout the Netherlands, you can always get there quickly. Make an appointment within 1 minute and make sure you travel well protected.
Our advantages:
- Made an appointment within 1 minute
- Everything easily arranged online: only to location for vaccination
- More than 80 locations throughout the Netherlands
- Quick access to a location near you
- Also possible in the evening and at weekends
What vaccinations are compulsory, recommended and optional for the Dominican Republic?
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travel to the Dominican Republic, but there are some that are highly recommended to protect you during your stay, namely DTP and hepatitis A. For travellers staying in the Dominican Republic for longer periods or having intensive contact with the local population, it may also be wise to vaccinate against hepatitis B.
Optional vaccinations for Dominican Republic
Additional vaccinations may be required depending on your travel plans. For travellers who come into frequent contact with animals or go into nature, a vaccination against rabies useful. Although yellow fever does not occur in the Dominican Republic, this vaccination may be required if you are travelling from certain high-risk areas in Africa or South America travels.
In addition, it is important to know that in some parts of the Dominican Republic there is a risk of malaria and dengue, both transmitted by mosquitoes. Malaria medication and mosquito repellents are therefore strongly recommended. Especially if you are travelling to rural areas.
Our approach to vaccinations for the Dominican Republic
At Vaccination Point, we make sure your vaccinations are arranged quickly and efficiently. Follow our simple 3-step process:
- Choose one of our locations and schedule an appointment, also possible in the evening or on weekends.
- Complete your itinerary and health information so that our medical team can prepare a personalised vaccination recommendation.
- Come in for your vaccinations - remember to bring your ID and vaccination booklet.
Why Vaccination Point for your vaccinations to the Dominican Republic?
At Vaccination Point, you are assured of expert travel advice and prompt service. With more than 20 years of experience and as an LCR-registered vaccination agency, we always offer the right advice for your trip. Thanks to our many vaccination points, you can get in touch quickly, even for last-minute trips. At Vaccination Point, you can expect:
- Easily arrange your appointment within 1 minute
- Always a location near you - also for last-minute trips
- No waiting times and quick assistance at one of our 80+ locations
Make an appointment today and travel to the Dominican Republic with peace of mind!
Stay well protected during your trip to the Dominican Republic
Besides getting the right vaccinations, it is important to take other measures to stay healthy during your trip. Protect yourself from mosquito bites by using mosquito repellents with DEET and wear covering clothes, especially in the evening hours. Drink only bottled water and avoid unwashed or raw food to avoid gastrointestinal problems. Also make sure to protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen and a hat.
In transit? Then also check the vaccination advice for these destinations!
Travel on to surrounding countries in the Caribbean or Central America, such as Haiti or Jamaica? Then also check out the vaccination advice for these countries to be fully prepared during your trip.
