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Do Dominican Republic citizens need a visa for Italy?

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Dominican Republic citizens need a visa to enter Italy. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Dominican Republic vs Italy: passport comparison

Dominican Republic

31

visa-free countries

Global rank: #124 · mobility 90.6

Italy

125

visa-free countries

Global rank: #8 · mobility 171.3
30

countries both Dominican Republic and Italy can enter visa-free together

Dominican Republic + Italy: passport compatibility

44%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Dominican Republic and Italy travel together — by entry type:

30 both visa-free
21 both visa on arrival
21 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
111 access differs

Where Dominican Republic and Italy can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Only Dominican Republic is visa-free (1)

Your odds of getting the visa: Dominican Republic → Italy

Visa guides tell you whether a visa is required. This block answers the second question — will you get it. Figures come from the European Commission's official 2025 statistics, broken down per country pair.

46,3%
of Italy visa applications refused in Dominican Republic
+31,8 pp above the Schengen average (14.5%) — refused more often than average
-9.2 pp year-over-year: 2024 was 55.5%, now 46.3%
5,907applications filed
3,175visas issued
2,732refusals
#41strictest of 118 countries
Where Italy visa applications are filed: Santo Domingo

The Commission counts applications by where they were filed — at consulates located in Dominican Republic — rather than by the applicant's nationality. For most countries these nearly coincide, but applications filed there by other nationals are included too. 2025 data. Source: European Commission, DG HOME

Italy: good to know

Rome

Capital

Euro (EUR)

Currency

Central European Time (UTC+1)

Time zone

+39

Calling code

C, F, L

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Dominican Republic goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Italy

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Dominican Republic citizens need a visa for Italy?
Dominican Republic citizens need a visa to enter Italy. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Dominican Republic or Italy?
The Italy passport is stronger: 125 visa-free countries versus 31. Global rank: Dominican Republic #124, Italy #8.
Where can Dominican Republic and Italy citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 30 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Italy?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Dominican Republic and Italy?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Dominican Republic passport ranking

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