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Dominican Republic

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13 hours behind Korea

It occupies the eastern half of Hispaniola; Haiti holds the west. The old quarter of Santo Domingo counts as the oldest European-founded city in the Americas.

CapitalSanto Domingo
LanguagesSpanish
CurrencyDominican peso (DOP)
Standard timeUTC-4 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+1809
Voltage120V / 60Hz
Plug typeA·B
Driving sideRight-hand traffic
Emergency911
Domain.do

Entry & visa

An online entry form is sometimes required before arrival, and an onward ticket may be checked.

Worth knowing

Mains here is 120 V with type A and B sockets, so 230 V appliances need a transformer, not just an adapter.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Dominican Republic and Korea?

13 hours behind Korea (UTC-4). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Dominican Republic?

Voltage 120V / 60Hz, Plug type A·B.

Q. Do I need a visa for Dominican Republic?

An online entry form is sometimes required before arrival, and an onward ticket may be checked.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.