Discovering Paradise
Discovering Paradise
30 essential contacts for travelers in the Dominican Republic: emergency services, embassies, healthcare facilities, and more.
Dial 911 for immediate emergency assistance anywhere in the Dominican Republic. This number connects you to police, ambulance, and fire services. For tourist-specific issues, contact CESTUR (Tourist Police) at 809-200-3500.
Call these numbers in case of immediate danger or emergency.
Unified emergency number for police, ambulance, and fire services across the Dominican Republic.
Cuerpo de Bomberos del Distrito Nacional.
Autoridad Metropolitana de Transporte. For traffic accidents and road emergencies.
Specialized police force dedicated to protecting tourists. Officers often speak English.
Specialized police force dedicated to protecting tourists. Officers are stationed in major tourist areas and many speak English.
Tourist police office serving the Punta Cana and Bavaro resort area.
Tourist police office serving Puerto Plata and the North Coast.
Foreign diplomatic missions in the Dominican Republic. Contact your embassy for passport issues, legal help, or emergencies abroad.
Major hospitals and clinics with experience treating international patients.
One of the most recognized private hospitals in Santo Domingo with modern facilities.
Modern medical center serving the Punta Cana resort area. English-speaking staff available.
International hospital chain with English-speaking staff. Commonly used by tourists in the Bavaro area.
Major public hospital in Santo Domingo with emergency services.
Well-known private clinic in Santo Domingo.
Major private hospital serving the Santiago and Cibao region.
Specialized helplines for specific situations.
National hotline for domestic violence and gender-based violence. Free and confidential.
Consejo Nacional para la Ninez y la Adolescencia. For reporting child abuse or neglect.
National helpline for drug and substance abuse issues. Consejo Nacional de Drogas.
Useful service numbers for everyday needs.
Instituto Nacional de Transito y Transporte Terrestre. For transit information and road conditions.
Instituto Dominicano de las Telecomunicaciones. For complaints about telecom services.
National consumer protection agency. File complaints about fraudulent businesses or services.
Centro de Operaciones de Emergencias. Monitors natural disasters, hurricanes, and severe weather events.