U.S. Updates Official Travel Warning for Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is a popular resort destination for many U.S. tourists, who are drawn by the all-inclusive resorts, the beauty of the beaches, and the often affordable prices.
However, the U.S. Department of State is now warning U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution when traveling to the Caribbean nation.
On June 12, the State Department reissued the travel advisory for the country with minor edits. The country is at a Level 2 "exercise increased caution." The travel advisories are issued on a 1-4 scale, with 4 being the most dangerous level.
Before June 12, the Dominican Republic travel advisory hadn't been updated for almost a year.
"Violent crime is a concern in the Dominican Republic despite more police presence in areas often visited by tourists. Do not display wealth and be wary of meeting individuals from online in secluded locations," the Department of State warned.
"If you decide to travel to the Dominican Republic, note that violent crime is a concern throughout the country, affecting all residents regardless of nationality," the State Department wrote, including:
Robbery
Homicide
Sexual assault
The U.S. government offered these safety tips:
"Pay attention to your surroundings.
Do not carry or wear valuable items that will attract attention.
Be vigilant about where your phone is and avoid using it openly on the street.
If robbed, hand over your personal belongings without resisting.
Travel with a partner or group if possible.
Do not leave food or drinks unattended."
Other popular beach destinations also have earned level 2 advisories, suggesting using increased caution. They include Jamaica. Multiple European countries are also under similar advisories. The full list can be found here.U.S. Updates Official Travel Warning for Dominican Republic first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 13, 2025
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