Dominican Republic Fast Facts

International Dialing Code:

The International dialing code is 011+809 (or 829)

Time Zone:

Dominican Republic Time (GMT-4)

Currency:

The official currency of the Dominican Republic is the Dominican Peso.
$1 US Dollar = roughly 35.95 Dominican Peso

Language:

Spanish is the official language

Electricity:

Electricity is 110-volt AC; most outlets are either two-or three-prong U.S. style outlets

Taxes:

6% Hotel Tax (some hotels may charge additional 10-15% room tax)
16% VAT Tax
10% Service Charge (typically added directly to bill)

Tipping:

Tipping is customary. Restaurants typically add a 10% service fee to your bill,  and your server does not typically receive that. If service is good, an additional 10% is recommended to go directly to your server. For baggage handlers at airports, taxi drivers, hotel cleaning staff, etc., use your own discretion based on the service they provide you.