Alert – U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo - U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic

Alert – U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo (May 15, 2020)

Location: Dominican Republic

Event: The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo will send an update at least once a week to ensure that all U.S. citizens in the Dominican Republic have the latest information on COVID-19.

The following information has been updated on the Embassy Santo Domingo COVID-19 website:

The Dominican Republic has 11,739 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 424 confirmed deaths.
Flights are available to the United States through JetBlue and United Airlines. Check with the airline directly regarding booking flights.
- JetBlue: 809-200-9898; www.jetblue.com
- United Airlines: 809-262-1060; https://www.united.com; ventasrd@united.com

Actions to Take:

Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information and what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19.
Dial *462 to reach the COVID-19 hotline in the Dominican Republic for specific instructions if you have been exposed or are experiencing severe symptoms. Note: English-speaking operators are limited.
U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return home or be prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. All U.S. citizens must follow the curfew and restrictions on public gatherings put in place by the Government of the Dominican Republic.
Flights are available to the United States through JetBlue and United Airlines. Check with the airline directly regarding booking flights.
Have a plan to depart from the Dominican Republic that does not rely on U.S. government assistance.
Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in the Dominican Republic.
Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest travel information and other global impacts.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.