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Dominica travel advice
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Dominica travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Dominica with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Dominica - quick facts | |
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| Time difference | UK -4 hours |
| Language(s) | English |
| Currency | Eastern Caribbean Dollar |
| Electricity | D + G plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Left |
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Dominica weather
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The Dominica weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Roseau.
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Dominica travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Dominica from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Dominica - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Dominica - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Dominica - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Dominica - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Dominica - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Dominica.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Dominica travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Dominica with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Dominica - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Dominica - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Dominica - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Dominica, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Dominica covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Dominica with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Dominica - Ministry of Health, Dominica
- Coronavirus timeline in Dominica - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Dominica - Dominica Tourism Authority
Dominica travel features
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Dominica FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Dominica including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Dominica due to Covid-19?
Dominica is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Dominica.
Check out Ministry of Health, Dominica for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Dominica?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Dominica. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Dominica and the UK?
The time difference between Dominica and the UK is UK time-4 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Dominica?
The main language spoken in Dominica is English.
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What is the currency in Dominica?
The currency in Dominica is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD).
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Which plugs are used in Dominica?
Dominica uses electrical plug type D + G (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Dominica?
They drive on the left side of the road in Dominica.
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