Dominica Online Immigration & Customs Declaration
Every traveller to the Commonwealth of Dominica must complete the free Online Immigration and Customs Declaration, the ED Card, before arrival. File it at the official government portal, edcard.dominica.gov.dm, then present your QR code confirmation on entry. This guide covers the form, visa rules, duty-free limits and arrival at Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM).
- Based on official government sources
The quick answer
Dominica uses a single Online Immigration and Customs Declaration (the ED Card) that every traveller completes before arrival at the official portal, edcard.dominica.gov.dm. It is free, takes a few minutes, and produces a QR code you show on entry. Most visitors, including US, UK, EU and Canadian passport holders, do not need a visa for a short tourist stay. Confirm duty-free and currency limits with the Dominica Customs and Excise Division before you pack.
Dominica entry facts
Form type
Online Immigration & Customs Declaration (ED Card)
Official portal
edcard.dominica.gov.dmCompleting the form and clearing arrival
From filing the online declaration to walking out of Douglas-Charles Airport, here is the order things happen.
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Complete the online ED Card before you fly
Open the official portal at edcard.dominica.gov.dm and complete the Online Immigration and Customs Declaration. It is free and can be submitted any time before your travel date. Have your passport, flight details and accommodation address ready.
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Save your QR code confirmation
After submitting, you receive a confirmation with a QR code. Save it to your phone and keep a printed or screenshot backup in case airport connectivity is poor.
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Clear immigration at Douglas-Charles (DOM)
On arrival, present your passport and QR code confirmation to the immigration officer. Officers may ask your length of stay, where you are staying and your reason for travel.
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Duty-free allowance & prohibited items
Duty-free allowance (age 18+)
- 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars (one option, not combined)
- A personal allowance of liquor or wine for personal use
- Personal and household effects, not for commercial use
- Confirm current quantities and value caps with the Dominica Customs and Excise Division
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