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The Dominican Republic, located on the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, is known for its beaches, vibrant culture, and growing tourism industry. The economy is bolstered by tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing.
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Himno nacional
Himno Nacional
Día de la Independencia
February 27, 1844
Haiko
Merengue rhythms / Larimar stones, blue as the sea / Baseball fever high
Interesting Tradition
Celebrates Carnival Dominicano with elaborate devil mask parades
Weirdest Local Superstition
Sweeping at night sweeps away good luck
Strangest Law Still on the Books
Illegal to walk around without ID
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Come for the beaches, stay for the business: The Dominican Republic offers more than just Caribbean allure. Here, colonial history meets modern enterprise, creating vibrant communities where traditional merengue nights complement growing business districts. Strategic free zones and innovative visa programs have established this tropical nation as a rising star for remote workers and investors seeking Caribbean opportunities.
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Discover an island where 'dale' isn't just a word, but the pulse of progress. Here, Caribbean rhythms dance with entrepreneurial spirit.
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Known for its merengue music where every day is a dance party
The Dominican Republic isn't just a country—it's a Caribbean celebration. Here, time moves to the beat of merengue, and even a simple beach day becomes an adventure in tropical joy. This is a land where hospitality flows as freely as the rum.
From the white sands of Punta Cana to the mountain peaks of Jarabacoa, the Dominican Republic offers pleasure for every sun seeker. Whether you're drawn to the colonial history of Santo Domingo, the kitesurfing haven of Cabarete, or the whale-watching waters of Samaná, you'll find an island that masters the art of tropical living.
Estadísticas
Eat
mangu (mashed plantains) - la bandera (rice beans and meat)
Drink
mamajuana (spiced rum drink) - morir soñando (milk and orange drink)
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Beer
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
Wine
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
Coffee
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
Tea
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
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Representative Novel
In the Time of the Butterflies by Julia Alvarez (Historical novel set in the Dominican Republic)
National Animal
Palmchat
National Pasttime
Baseball
Recuerdo nacional
Larimar jewelry
Plato nacional
Sancocho
Festival Famosos
Carnaval
Danza famosa
Merengue
Música famosa
Merengue
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Has a heart-shaped lake called Lago Enriquillo
Celebrates Carnival Dominicano with elaborate devil mask parades
Known for its merengue music where every day is a dance party
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Abril de 2014
Dominican Republic gains independence from Haiti.
Julio de 2014
Rafael Trujillo seizes power and begins a brutal dictatorship.
Febrero de 2015
Assassination of Rafael Trujillo ends 31-year dictatorship.
Marzo de 2015
US troops intervene during civil war to prevent a return to dictatorship.
Octubre de 2016
Leonel Fernandez elected as president, ending years of political instability.
MOBILITY
NO. OF Mobility Assets
MOBILITY
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MOBILITY
Visa Free Countries
68
Performance Class
Limited Horizons
Pasaporte Grado
D+
Rango
115
Score
49.5
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Rankings
Dominican Republic offers a very pleasant climate (#14) and affordable living costs (#67). With light tax burden (#56) our analysis shows its appealing mix of lifestyle and economic factors.
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Edad media
27.7
years
Life Expectancy
73.9
years
Obesity Rate
23.50%
Tobacco Use
11.50%
Sources
Health Expenditure
4.92%
of GDP
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Hospital Beds
1.56
per 1000 people
Doctors
1.4
per 1000 people
Out-of-pocket
23.59%
of total expenditure
Sources
Healthcare
The Dominican Republic offers a public healthcare system funded through the Social Security system, providing basic healthcare to citizens and residents.
Many residents and expatriates opt for private healthcare, which is affordable and offers quicker access to specialized treatments.
Expatriates in the Dominican Republic can access both public and private healthcare, and private insurance plans offer extensive coverage.
The Dominican Republic is becoming a popular destination for medical tourism, known for affordable treatments in areas such as dental care and cosmetic surgery.
The Dominican Republic has well-stocked pharmacies offering a wide range of local and international medications at competitive prices.
Healthcare
Healthcare
cost of living
Cost of Gasoline
$1.27
per liter
Cost of Meal
$10.56
(Inexpensive Restaurant)
Monthly Rent
$699.24
(1 bedroom, City Center)
Monthly Utilities
$83.00
(85m² Apartment)
Domestic Beer
$2.48
(0.5 liter draught)
Tipo del IVA
18%
cost of living
cost of living
cost of living
Fiscalidad
Before moving to the Dominican Republic, it's important to know about its comprehensive tax system.+The Dominican Republic taxes resident expatriates based on their worldwide income while non-residents pay taxes only on Dominican-source income at progressive rates ranging from 15% to 25%. Social security contributions are mandatory and property taxes also apply; Registro Nacional de Contribuyentes (RNC) serves as the identification number for businesses while individuals use Cédula de Identidad numbers for personal identification purposes in this country that lacks a double taxation treaty with the United States.
Tax Residency Requirement
183 days
Worldwide Income Taxation
No (Territorial system)
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Higher Rates for Foreign Assets
No
US Double Taxation Treaty
No
Ingresos personales
Progressive tax rate based on income levels
Personal Capital Gains
Flat rate on investment gains
Herencia
Based on inherited amount and relationship
Ingresos de las empresas
Standard corporate tax rate applied to business profits
Plusvalías de las empresas
Tax rate applied to capital gains from corporate investments
Dividendos
Withholding tax rate applied to dividend distributions
Interés
Withholding rate interest payment to non-residens
Derechos de autor
Withholding tax rate for royalty payments
Work Assignment
Foreign individuals are considered residents if they remain in the country for more than 182 days during a calendar year, whether continuously or not.
Overall Ranking
Global position in PWC’c Ease of Paying Taxes ranking
Ease of Paying Taxes Score
Overall score based on multiple factors
Total Tax and Cotribution Rate
TTCR percentage including all mandatory contributtions
Time to Comply
Annual hours required to comply with tax regulations
Number of Payments
Total number of tax payments required annually
Post-filing Index
Score measuring the ease of processes after filing taxes
taxation
taxation
CLIMATE
Average Temperature
24.55 °C
Humidity
82
%
Average Annual Precipitation
1,410
mm
Rainless Days per Year
268
Best Time to Travel
December-April
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