When will Dominican Republic open its borders to Bulgaria and during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in 2021?

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2019 divided the history of most countries into «before» and «after». We are talking about a pandemic that has swept the whole world. The SARS-CoV-2 virus was first identified among residents of Hubei province (China). In just a few months, a disease called Covid-19 has spread to the inhabitants of the entire planet. Bulgaria and Dominican Republic were not an exception.

Why is covid so dangerous? Regardless of the level of development of a particular state, medical care and other factors, millions of people have become victims of the coronavirus. According to the latest data, this figure is 183 416 277 people, among the total — 3 969 764 deaths. The main symptoms of the disease are: shortness of breath, high fever, dry cough, loss of taste and smell. The world’s leading countries have developed or are working on the production of their own vaccines that protect against COVID-19. Naturally, vaccination is not a 100% guarantee of protection against coronavirus, however, when infected, the disease is transferred much easier.

According to current data (statistics for Sunday, 4 July 2021), the number of cases in Dominican Republic is 328 376 people, total deaths are 3852, and 55 641 are sick right now. Such statistics forced the government of the state of Dominican Republic to impose certain restrictions on flights and border crossing.

Is it allowed to enter Dominican Republic from Bulgaria?

Current statistics on the restrictions on entry to Dominican Republic:

• Open to citizens: Yes
• Open to s: Yes
• Open to foreigners and tourists: Yes
• Quarantine (lockdown) in Dominican Republic: Partial

During the most «acute» periods of the pandemic, the following restrictions are applied in Dominican Republic:

1. Foreigners can enter the territory of Dominican Republic only if absolutely necessary: study in Dominican Republic, employment, residence permit. For more information about the conditions of entry, read the official sources of the government: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/dominican-republic/staying-during-coronavirus
2. Availability of the test: Not RequirArrivals to the Dominican Republic will not be required to quarantine, unless arriving from the UK.

All countries are divided into 3 main categories by the Ministry of Health:

• «Green» (low rate of spread of coronavirus)
• «Orange» (average rate of spread of coronavirus)
• «Red» (high rate of spread of coronavirus)

In this regard, the government acts in accordance with the recommendations of the World Health Association. The distribution of states into separate categories is updated regularly. At the moment, Bulgaria ranks among the states of the «Green» category.

The main reasons for the introduction of new restrictions are coronavirus mutations, an increase in the number of cases, and insufficient vaccination rates.

Rules for entering Dominican Republic from Bulgaria in 2021

At the moment, Dominican Republic is opened to foreigners, including s. Quarantine measures are applied to tourism and trade.

Before travelling to Dominican Republic, s must pass the PCR test no earlier than 72 hours in advance and submit a written document of an international standard (in English). Also, at the time of arrival, there should be no signs of SARS (fever, chills, runny nose, cough, etc.).

Is it necessary to comply with quarantine and take a PCR test when entering Dominican Republic?

Not RequirArrivals to the Dominican Republic will not be required to quarantine, unless arriving from the UK.

Arrivals from the UK will be required to quarantine for at least 7 days in a government facility.

For which countries are the borders with Dominican Republic open?

Today (Sunday, 4 July 2021) the borders of Dominican Republic are fully open for 51/ 38 countries, partially open for 0/ 38 countries. See how we collect data and find out why not all countries are included in the statistics.

List of countries for which the borders with Estonia are partially or completely open:

•  United Arab Emirates
•  Armenia
•  Argentina
•  Austria
•  Australia
•  Azerbaijan
•  Belgium
•  Bulgaria
•  Brazil
•  Belarus
•  Canada
•  Switzerland
•  China
•  Cyprus
•  Czech Republic
•  Germany
•  Denmark
•  Estonia
•  Egypt
•  Spain
•  Finland
•  France
•  United Kingdom
•  Georgia
•  Greece
•  Hong Kong
•  Croatia
•  Hungary
•  Indonesia
•  Israel
•  India
•  Italy
•  Japan
•  Kazakhstan
•  Lithuania
•  Latvia
•  Morocco
•  Montenegro
•  Netherlands
•  Norway
•  Poland
•  Portugal
•  Romania
•  Russia
•  Sweden
•  Thailand
•  Turkey
•  Ukraine
•  USA
•  Vietnam
•  Zambia

In Dominican Republic, bars and restaurants work with restrictions, all shops work without restrictions. Public events (exhibitions, concerts, museums, etc.) are allowed but with restrictions.

Foreigners can cross the border if all the conditions for entering the country are strictly kept to:

The Dominican Republic has reopened its borders for land, sea and air.The Dominican Republic has resumed inbound passenger flights from the UK. Passengers from the UK are allowed to arrive in the DR, but it is mandatory to present a negative PCR test certification taken within the previous 72 hours before travel.The Dominican Republic has resumed inbound passenger flights from the UK. Passengers from the UK are allowed to arrive in the DR, but it is mandatory to present a negative PCR test certification taken within the previous 72 hours before travel. Travellers from the UK who arrive without a PCR certificate will be subject to a COVID-19 test upon arrival and required to isolate in a government quarantine facility for seven days at their own cost.You should comply with additional screening and other social distancing measures put in place by the authorities and follow instructions from the airport authorities. These regulations may be subject to change at short notice and you should check with your travel provider before your journey.All passengers will have their temperature tested. The Dominican authorities will also administer a rapid diagnostic breath test to a percentage of randomly-selected passengers on arrival. Passengers showing COVID-19 symptoms will also be tested. Passengers who test positive will be isolated and attended at authorized locations.For further information please check the Dominican Republic Travel Center website.

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entering the territory of Dominican Republic. At the same time, the government recommends waiting for travel to countries with extremely high rates of covid-19 spread (red zone).

For which countries are the borders with Bulgaria open?

Today (Sunday, 4 July 2021) Bulgaria’s borders are fully open to 34/ 38 countries, partially open — to 17/ 38 countries. See how we collect data and find out why not all countries are included in the statistics.

List of countries for which the borders with Bulgaria are partially or completely open:

•  United Arab Emirates
•  Austria
•  Australia
•  Belgium
•  Belarus
•  Canada
•  Switzerland
•  Cyprus
•  Czech Republic
•  Germany
•  Denmark
•  Estonia
•  Spain
•  Finland
•  France
•  United Kingdom
•  Georgia
•  Greece
•  Croatia
•  Hungary
•  Italy
•  Japan
•  Lithuania
•  Latvia
•  Morocco
•  Netherlands
•  Norway
•  Poland
•  Portugal
•  Romania
•  Sweden
•  Thailand
•  Turkey
•  Ukraine

In Bulgaria, bars and restaurants work with restrictions, all shops work without restrictions. Public events (exhibitions, concerts, museums, etc.) are allowed but with restrictions.

Foreigners can cross the border if all the conditions for entering the country are strictly kept to:

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entry into Bulgaria. At the same time, the government recommends waiting for travel to countries with extremely high rates of covid-19 spread (red zone).

The cheapest flights to Dominican Republic from Bulgaria

The resumption of full-fledged air communication is gradual. At the moment, direct flights to Dominican Republic are limited, so it is possible to get to Dominican Republic with transfers. We offer the best air fares from Bulgaria to Dominican Republic. Today you have the opportunity to book tickets at an affordable price. A pandemic is not a barrier to business and travel.

We constantly monitor the situation with the spread of coronavirus and are always ready to provide you with up-to-date information.

Actual data of COVID-19 in Dominican Republic

Current coronavirus statistics in Dominican Republic:

• Total cases of covid infection: 328 376
• Sick right now: 55 641
• Number of deaths: 3852
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Dominican Republic:

A national State of Emergency has been declared and a curfew is in place nationwide.There are currently two different curfews depending on location.In the following provinces, curfew is from 6pm to 5am every day. Transit is permitted for the first three hours of curfew until 9pm, only in order to travel home:Distrito Nacional Azua Bahoruco Barahona Dajabón Elías Piña El Seibo, Hato Mayor Hermanas Mirabal Independencia La Romana María Trinidad Sánchez Monte Cristi Monte Plata Pedernales Peravia, San Cristóbal, San José de Ocoa San Juan San Pedro de Macoris Sánchez Ramirez Santiago Rodríguez Santo Domingo Valverde For the remaining provinces (listed below), curfew is from 10pm to 5am, Monday to Friday, and from 9pm to 5am on Saturday and Sunday. Transit is permitted until 12am (midnight) every day, only in order to travel home:Duarte Espaillat La Altagracia (which includes Punta Cana) La Vega Samaná Santiago Puerto PlataThere are some limited exceptions to the curfew, including those seeking assistance in a medical emergency, and international passengers and their drivers travelling to and from an airport. You may be arrested by police if you breach curfew, unless you meet one of the approved exemptions.Changes to the curfew and measures under the State of Emergency may happen at short notice. You should monitor local media and comply with any instructions from police or the Dominican authorities. You should follow the Dominican rules listed below and check this page and the British Embassy social media channels on Twitter and Facebook regularly for updates.it is mandatory to wear a mask in public places or private spaces open to the public when leaving home everyone should follow social distancing rules (2 metres away from any other person) public transport will operate at a reduced capacity and those boarding must observe social distancing rules, and wear masks.The Dominican authorities particularly encourage those over 60 years old or with underlying health conditions to stay at home except for essential trips The Dominican Republic authorities will seek to prosecute people who breach COVID-19 protocols, including those who break quarantine protocols will result in a serious penalty, up to a maximum fine of RD$ 100,000 and/or prison sentence.Further information is available from the Dominican authorities, in English (https://www.godominicanrepublic.com/newsroom/coronavirus/) and in Spanish (https://www.godominicanrepublic.com/es/prensa/coronavirus/).

Actual data of COVID-19 in Russia

Current statistics on coronavirus in Russia:

• Total cases of covid infection: 422 034
• Sick right now: 8661
• Number of deaths: 18 084
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Russia:

With regard to the introduced anti-epidemic measures on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria:Order № RD-01−375 of 27.05.2021 for introduction of temporary anti-epidemic measures on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria1. Conducting face-to-face group classes in language centers, educational centers and other training centers and schools, organized by legal entities and individuals is allowed with a physical distance of at least 1.5 m, wearing face masks, hand hygiene, regular airing every hour and disinfection.2. Visits to children’s centers, clubs and others providing organized group services for children are allowed when using no more than 50% of the room capacity and wearing protective masks for staff.3. Conducting congress-conference events, seminars, competitions, trainings, teambuildings, exhibitions and other public events in person is allowed when using no more than 50% of the capacity of the room in which they are held, subject to physical distance from the most -a little 1.5 m. and wearing face masks by all participants.4. The holding of cultural and entertainment events (festivals, cinemas, theaters, circus performances, stage events, concerts, museums, galleries, libraries, classes in dance, creative and musical arts) is allowed when using no more than 50% of the capacity of the premises, observance of a physical distance of at least 1.5 m., wearing protective face masks and use only on seats (for concerts, festivals, theaters, circus performances and other stage events).5. Conducting sports competitions with an audience is allowed when occupying no more than 50% of the seats, observing a physical distance of at least 1.5 m and wearing protective face masks.6. Visits to fitness centers, gyms and clubs, swimming pools and complexes, balneotherapy (medical SPA) centers, SPA centers, wellness centers and thalassotherapy centers are allowed when using no more than 50% of their capacity and observing physical distance from the most -a little 1.5 m.7. Visits to restaurants and entertainment within the meaning of Art. 124 of the Tourism Act, gaming halls and casinos are allowed when using no more than 50% of their capacity and wearing protective masks for a person by the staff. 8. All natural and legal persons who own or manage commercial, administrative or other sites that provide services to citizens, create an organization to control the number of customers in the site, not allowing more than 1 person per 8 square meters.9. In all markets, bazaars and bazaars, an organization is created for one-way traffic and providing a distance of at least 1.5 m between visitors. Workers and visitors are required to wear a face mask.10. Employers and recruitment bodies to organize the work process of employees in remote form (teleworking / home work), where possible, allowing the present work of a maximum of 50% of the staff.11. Visits to outsiders / visits to hospital facilities are prohibited, except for visits to patients in the terminal stage. The prohibition does not apply to the control bodies in carrying out their control activity.12. In the specialized institutions for providing social services and those for residential-type social services for children and adults, visits to outsiders are allowed exceptionally and at the discretion of the director of the institution in compliance with the introduced anti-epidemic measures and submission of a declaration by the visitor that no is in contact with infectious patients, has no signs of acute respiratory disease and will comply with the anti-epidemic measures introduced on the territory of the institution. The restriction does not apply to the control bodies in carrying out their control activity.

Thus, the restrictions associated with the coronavirus dictate living conditions in 2021. Each state has developed its own border crossing rules and entry rules. It all depends on the general situation with the spread of COVID-19.

However, even in a pandemic, you can leave Bulgaria for Dominican Republic with the necessary permits:

Not RequirArrivals to the Dominican Republic will not be required to quarantine, unless arriving from the UK.

Arrivals from the UK will be required to quarantine for at least 7 days in a government facility.