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Dominican Republic: plug type, voltage, driving side and emergency number
Quick travel facts for Dominican Republic (capital: Santo Domingo): which plug and voltage to pack for, which side of the road traffic uses, who to call in an emergency, and the calling code, currency and time zone. Data checked 2026-10-27.
Quick answers
What plug type does Dominican Republic use?
Dominican Republic uses type A and type B plugs and sockets. Type A is two flat parallel pins. Type B is two flat parallel pins plus a round earth pin. One of our two sources also lists type C; we show only the types both sources confirm. All plug types by country.
What voltage does Dominican Republic use?
Dominican Republic uses a mains supply of about 120 V at 60 Hz. Voltage and frequency by country.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Dominican Republic?
In Dominican Republic, traffic drives on the right. Driving side by country.
What is the emergency number in Dominican Republic?
The emergency number in Dominican Republic is 911, for police, ambulance and fire. Emergency numbers by country.
What is the calling code for Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic is part of the +1 North American Numbering Plan. Dial +1, then the area code 809 / 829 / 849, then the local number. On a mobile phone you can type + instead of the international access prefix. Calling codes by country.
What currency does Dominican Republic use?
The official currency of Dominican Republic is the Dominican peso (DOP). Currency by country.
What are the official languages of Dominican Republic?
The official language of Dominican Republic is Spanish.
What time zone is Dominican Republic in?
Dominican Republic uses UTC-04:00 as its standard time. Clocks do not change for daylight saving time. Time zones by country.
Dominican Republic travel facts at a glance
| Plug types | Type A, Type B Also listed by one source only: C |
|---|---|
| Voltage and frequency | 120 V, 60 Hz |
| Driving side | Drives on the right (right-hand traffic) |
| Emergency numbers | 911 (police, ambulance, fire) |
| International dialling code | +1 (area code 809 / 829 / 849) |
| Currency | Dominican peso (DOP, $) |
| Official language | Spanish |
| Time zone(s) | UTC-04:00 (standard time) |
| Daylight saving | No clock changes |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a travel adapter for Dominican Republic?
You need one if your devices have plugs that do not fit type A and type B sockets. A travel adapter only changes the shape of the plug; it does not change the voltage.
Do I need a voltage converter for Dominican Republic?
Most phone, laptop and camera chargers accept 100 to 240 V, so a plug adapter is usually enough: check the small print on the charger. Devices rated for 220 to 240 V only, such as many kettles and hair dryers from Europe or Asia, need a converter or should not be used.
Is this travel information official?
No. GeoKnow is an independent site. The facts come from public datasets and are shown only where at least two sources agree. Always check official government travel advice before you go.
When was this checked?
The data was checked on 2026-10-27. Plugs, emergency numbers and currencies can change, so confirm important details before travelling.
Check before you travel
Data checked 2026-10-27. These facts are compiled from public datasets and are shown only where at least two independent sources agree. GeoKnow is an independent site and is not an official source: rules, plugs, emergency numbers and currencies can change. Before you go, confirm anything important with your government’s travel advice, the destination’s embassy, your airline, hotel or phone provider. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.
More about Dominican Republic
See the main Dominican Republic country page for the capital, population, land neighbours and outline map. Learn it, then test yourself: Capital Hunt (the capital of Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo), Outline, Guess the Flag, Neighbour Rush and Border Run, or browse all geography games.
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Sources: Plugs, voltage and frequency: Wikipedia “Mains electricity by country” and worldstandards.eu. Driving side: Wikipedia “Left- and right-hand traffic” and Wikidata. Emergency numbers: Wikipedia “List of emergency telephone numbers” and Wikidata. Calling codes: Wikipedia “List of telephone country codes”, Wikidata and REST Countries. Currency: REST Countries and Wikidata. Languages: REST Countries and Wikidata. Time zones: the IANA time zone database, cross-checked against Wikipedia or Wikidata. Tipping: Wikipedia “List of tipping customs by country” (single source, community edited).