As far as possible choose a direct flight for the airport of Puerto Plata (POP code). If you must however arrive by Santo Domingo, avoid remaining there and directly travel by a bus for Cabarete (Bus), or a taxi (at least 3 or 4 people).
All nationalities require a valid passport
A Tourist Card must be purchased upon arrival at the airport. Currently the price is 10 US$ . Keep a copy with you at all times. It must be presented to officials upon departure, otherwise you will have to pay an Airport Departure Tax about 20 US$ .
On departure, a departure tax must be paid, but most of the time this tax is included with the plane ticket and already paid.
When you arrive at the airport you will go through immigration and pick up any checked luggage in baggage claim. Once outside the airport you will find many young Dominican men eager to help you with your baggage who expect a tip. 2 US$ or 40 RD$ is a good tip. If you don't want to feel pressured to tip, you should insist that they not pick up your bags. Do not pay any money at customs.
Most accommodation is about 20 minutes' drive from Puerto Plata Airport.
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