Roseau - Dominica is an island in the Caribbean with mountains, tropical rainforests and natural hot springs. The capital is Roseau. The official language is English, but French and French Creole are also widely spoken. The main industries on the island are tourism and agriculture. The population is greater than 70,000 plus the area islands.

Travelers must present a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of expected departure. Departure tax is required upon exit. Proof of vaccination against yellow fever is required for those travelling from countries where yellow fever is present.

For a detailed list of countries at risk of transmission visit:
https://cdn.who.int/media/docs/default-source/travel-and-health/countries-with-risk-of-yellow-fever-transmission.pdf?sfvrsn=bf42ac59_4&download=true

Travelers must be in possession of a return plane ticket.

• Americans: Please check the following website for the most current entry/exit requirements: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Dominica.html

• Canadians:  Please check the following website for the most current entry/exit requirements: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/dominica

• International: Please contact MMI office or Globespan for visa requirement updates.

Please email ALL CREDENTIALS upon application.

• For everyone, we need:

  • Colour Scan / Photocopy of Passport (photo page)

  • Colour photo for your name badge (any good photo, we can adjust size)

  • Travel Itinerary

  • Supply Lists

• Medical Professionals, we also need your:

  • Current License (through time of project)

  • Diploma (Techs, Nursing, Dental, MD and Board Certifications)

  • Curriculum Vitae or Resume (this also will help the Project Director know your skills & experience to assign you a task on the project, especially for 1st time participants)

• Health Care Students:

  • Letter of Good Standing from your school (including year of study and graduation date).

• All MINORS travelling with only one parent, or without their parents, we need:

  • a letter from BOTH parents stating that it is OK for the child to travel with one parent or an appointed guardian. The letter should be signed and notarized.

  • MMI needs a copy of this letter, and the parent or guardian should carry the original letter while travelling.

Airfare is not included on the Project Schedule because the costs for airfare vary significantly based on the country location, location of team members, and time of year.

Once accepted for a Project Team, participants can contact our designated travel agent to coordinate schedules with the team itinerary.

Globespan Travel Management www.globespan.com

Email: Globespan on behalf of Medical Ministry International mmitravel@globespan.com

Phone: Connie Kelsey at: (800) 810-1948 or (416) 322-7629

Applicants from outside USA or Canada:

• Travel arrangement can be procured locally or with the recommended agency, but arrivals & departures must coordinate with team.

Airport: Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM), Marigot, Dominica

We strongly recommend that you consult a travel clinic, as they are aware of outbreaks and can suggest preventative immunizations. All routine immunizations should be up-to-date. Please check the following website for the most current information.

• Americans:
  https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/dominica?s_cid=ncezid-dgmq-travel-single-001

• Canadians:
  https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/dominica

MMI will arrange local accommodations for the team.

• Laundry Service: usually available for additional fee

• AC: dependent on location

• Phone Service: check with your cell phone provider, roaming is very expensive

• Wifi/Internet: dependent on locations

• Voltage: 220V.(converter or adaptor required)

• Meals: MMI will provide meals for the team. Dietary restrictions can be indicated on your application and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Be sure to bring your own re-usable water bottle with a wide mouth for refilling. Purified water is supplied. If you would like to bring snacks to have throughout the day, please bring items such as peanut butter, granola bars, trail mix or pretzels and crackers in sealable containers (like Ziploc bags).

• Language: The national and official language of Dominica is English; however, French and a local French Creole dialect are widely spoken.

• Religion:

  • Roman Catholic:75%

  • Protestant Christianity: 20%

  • Atheism or Agnosticism: 3%

  • Caribbean Vodou, Islam, Judaism, Eastern Religions, or Other Beliefs: 2%

• Government: Parliamentary Republic

The money in Dominica is called East Caribbean dollar (XCD). Many businesses also accept US dollars and euros. All major credit cards are accepted - Visa and MasterCard the most widely accepted (make sure to call your credit card company and let them know that you’ll be traveling internationally). Traveler’s cheques are not easily cashed. You must bring US dollars in good condition. Torn, stamped or old bills will not be exchanged. $100 bills older than 2006 are also not accepted.