Dominicans visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Japanese passport holders visiting Dominican Republic for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Japanese citizens to enter Dominican Republic for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Dominican Republic e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Dominican Republic visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
Dominican Republic tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Dominican Republic.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Dominican Republic.
If you are looking for Dominican Republic visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Japan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Dominican Republic nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of Dominican Republic in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 56 minutes)
Dominican Republic visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Dominican Republic diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Dominican Republic from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 268,252 | N/A |
| 2009 | 269,061 | 0.30% |
| 2010 | 278,025 | 3.33% |
| 2011 | 290,224 | 4.39% |
| 2012 | 307,546 | 5.97% |
| 2013 | 316,106 | 2.78% |
| 2014 | 346,530 | 9.62% |
| 2015 | 377,440 | 8.92% |
| 2016 | 401,657 | 6.42% |
| 2017 | 417,071 | 3.84% |
| 2018 | 442,751 | 6.16% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Dominican Republic & Japan comparison
Dominican Republic's area is approximately 48,320 km2 (18,656 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 7.54 times bigger than Dominican Republic.
As of November 2025, Dominican Republic's population is ~11.4 million people - 113,183,585 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Dominican Republic & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Dominican Republic | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 11,395,729 | 124,579,314 | 113.2 million fewer people live in Dominican Republic than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 13 | 247 | Dominican Republic has 234 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 142 | Dominican Republic passport holders visit 114 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 421 | Dominicans hosts 368 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Dominican Republic in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Dominican Republic in 2018 was approximately 442,751.
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- Santo Domingo to Tokyo: 20914.64 km (12995.75 mi)
- Travel time: 43 hours 34 minutes
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