Dominica
Dominica: entry, dipl. Representations

How to get to Dominica
Flight connections
There are no direct flights to Dominica from Europe. Most airlines offer a
connection with at least two stopovers. With Air France you can reach the
neighboring islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique. British Airways, Lufthansa,
Virgin Atlantic Air all fly to Antigua. American Airlines offers flights via the
USA. There are also flight connections from the hubs of St. Lucia, Sint Marteen,
Puerto Rico and Barbados.
You can continue to Dominica with the local airlines.
Airports
There are two airports in Dominica. Both airports do not meet international
standards and can only be approached by small planes.
Canefield
This airport is the busiest and is about 5 minutes from Roseau.
Melville Airport
The airport is on the north coast, about half an hour from Portsmouth.
Traveling on Domenica
Bus
Dominica has a good number of private minibuses. There is no timetable. The
departure times, routes and frequency depend on current needs. There is regular
traffic between Roseau, Scotts Head and Canefield Airport. The first buses leave
from 7 a.m., the last around 7 p.m. Most routes are closed on Sundays. On the
evenings on Friday and Saturday, however, the entertainment centers on the west
coast are frequented.
Streets
Dominica has a road network of around 500 km, the major roads are generally
in good condition. All larger places can be reached without problems. In the
interior of the country it is advisable to rent a jeep. The roads get very
narrow, they can get very steep and their condition deteriorates. It should be
noted that there is left-hand traffic on the island.
Rent a car
It is worth renting a car in Dominica, as the public buses do not run around the
clock. There are car rental companies all over the island, including two
international chains, but the local providers are cheaper. Before starting, you
must first acquire a local driver's license, which is valid for one month. The
prerequisite is a minimum age of 22 to a maximum of 65 years, the presentation
of a national driving license, which must be valid for another two years, is
sufficient. These driver's licenses are available at both airports, in Roseau in
the Traffic Apartment, High Street (opening times: Monday from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00
p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.) or from a police station. Sometimes the car
rental company can also sell the driving license.
Gasoline is given in gallons (1 gallon = 3.78 liters) at gas stations.
Ferry connections
There is a regular ferry service between the neighboring islands of Martinique
and Guadeloupe. The ferry leaves Martinique once a day and makes a stop in
Dominica and then continues to Guadeloupe and vice versa.
The departure times do not always match the officially stated, so it is
advisable to call one day in advance.
Traffic rules
As a former British crown colony, left-hand traffic prevails in
Dominica. Speed limits and the speedometer reading are shown in miles. In
order to avoid trouble with the police or even the courts, one should strictly
adhere to the traffic rules applicable in the country. The maximum speeds shown
can of course be reduced or increased by traffic signs
Maximum speeds
In addition to the general speed limits shown, the speed limits indicated by
signs must be strictly observed.
- In urban areas: in built-up areas there is a speed limit of 20 mph.
- Outside there are no restrictions, but because of the sometimes very
winding roads and their poor condition, careful driving is advisable.
International license plate
According to
Abbreviationfinder, Dominica's international license plate is: WD
Dominica: Embassies, Consulates and Tourist Office
Visit Countryaah for a full list of Dominica embassies and consulates in each
country around the world.

German representations in Dominica
Embassy
The embassy in Trinidad and Tobago is responsible
Representations of Dominica in Germany
Embassy
The embassies in London/GB are responsible.
Embassy of the Commonwealth Dominica in London
Embassy of the Commonwealth Dominican
1 Collingham Gardens
SW5 OHW London
Tel: 0044 - (0) 207 - 3 70 51 94
Austrian representations in Dominica
Embassy
The embassy in Venzuela is responsible
Representations of Dominica in Austria
The
Dominica embassy does not have a representation in Austria. The
agency in London is responsible .
Swiss representations in Dominica
Embassy
The embassy in the Dominican Republic is responsible .
Representations of Dominica in Switzerland
Embassy
Dominica does not have an embassy in Switzerland, only a consulate. The embassy
in Belgium is responsible.
Embassy in Brussels
Abassade du Commonwealth de la Dominicque
Rue de Livourne 42
1000 Brussels
Tel: 0032 - (0) 2 - 534 26 11
Fax: 0032 - (0) 2 - 539 40 09
Email: [email protected]
www. oecs.org
Consulate of the Commonwealth of Dominica
Talacker 50
8001 Zurich
Tel: 0041- (0) 43- 344 84 28
Fax: 0041- (0) 43- 497 29 22
E-Mail: www.dominicaconsulate.ch
Tourist office
Dominica Tourist Board
National Development Corporation
PO Box 293
Roseau
Commonwealth of Dominica
Tel: 001 767- 448 2045
Fax: 001 767- 448 5840
Email: [email protected]
www.dominica.dm
Information about the rainforest from the Forestry & Park Office
www.rarespecies.org
Dominica Tourist Office in Germany
(responsible for: Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Scandinavia)
P.O. Box 140223
70072 Stuttgart, Germany
Tel: 0049 - (0) 711 - 26 34 66 24
Fax: 0049 - (0) 711 - 50 53 53 4
Email: [email protected]
Dominica: entry requirements
Formalities, visas
Tourists are generally only allowed to enter the country if a return ticket
or a corresponding ferry ticket is available.
The visa for Dominica is issued upon entry and is valid for the duration of
the stay specified upon entry. The following fees apply when leaving the
country.
Import and export of foreign currency
- Local currency
No restrictions
- Foreign currencies
No restrictions
Dominica: Travel Medicine, Vaccinations, and Warnings
Infectious diseases
The following infectious diseases can be expected in Dominica:
Malaria, there is no risk of malaria in the country.
AIDS, for people who come into contact with blood or
non-sterilized syringes or who engage in unprotected sex, there is a risk of HIV
infection
schistosomiasis
cholera, but an infection risk exists only for travelers who
come into contact with polluted water or contaminated food
Dengue fever can cause
intestinal infections through contaminated food or water,
including amoebas, lamblia, salmonella, shigella and worm infestation as well as
all kinds of viruses and bacteria
hepatitis A and BHowever, an infection with hepatitis B is only
to be expected in people who may come into contact with blood or in those who
seek sexual contact.
Recommended vaccinations
when traveling to Dominica, the following vaccinations recommended:
cholera, but only for the traveler who can come up with
polluted water or contaminated food contact
diphtheria, vaccination against diphtheria should in principle
always, even in the home country
hepatitis A and B, a Vaccination against hepatitis B is only
required for people who may come into contact with blood or for those who seek
sexual contact.
Polio, polio, a vaccination against polio should always exist,
also in the home country
tetanus, a vaccination against tetanus should always exist in
the home country
Vaccination is compulsory
for all persons older than one year and arriving from a yellow fever infection
area designated by the WHO, a compulsory vaccination against an illness with
yellow fever.
Yellow fever vaccination for children
In most of the countries where yellow fever vaccination is mandatory, this also
applies to children over 1 year of age, in some countries even from 6 months. It
should be noted that
vaccination against yellow fever had a number of side effects, such as
encephalitis. Around two thirds of those affected were children under 6
months. Therefore, under no circumstances should children under this age be
vaccinated. But children under one year of age should also not be vaccinated if
possible. If in doubt, yellow fever infection areas must then be avoided.
Any vaccination against yellow fever may only be carried out in specially
authorized yellow fever vaccination centers!
Warning notices
Hurricanes
There is no crime in the island state that goes beyond the usual level,
especially hardly any violent crime.
However, the country can range from hurricanes to be haunted, but largely
spared because most hurricanes pass north or south of the island. The last
hurricane was Hurricane Lenny, which struck the west coast in November 1999,
leaving a trail of devastation. The hurricane season is from May to November.
Dominica: Currency, Shopping, and Exchange Rate
The local currency of Dominica is the East Caribbean Dollar (EC
$).
Bank opening hours
Shopping, shopping
Shop opening times
Inexpensive or country-specific goods, souvenirs
The handicraft products of the Caribs are popular; Goods woven from straw in
many varieties, such as grass mats. They are considered the best in the entire
Caribbean and can be purchased in the Carib Territory.
Natural products such as local syrup, soap and oils, mostly made from coconut
and aloe vera, are offered at many stands. Of course, there is also rum, cigars
and various leather goods, ceramics and wood carvings.
In the streets of Roseau, there are countless small stalls selling CD copies of
the trendy Rasta music, but also the old classics.
Every other day a cruise ship docks in Roseau, and even beforehand you can watch
the hawkers set up huge, colorful stands and wait in anticipation for the
affluent, mostly US-American customers.
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