last edited Dec 11, 2019
Other practical information for Dominica
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Dominica
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Luggage and equipment to bring
At any time of year, pack light clothing plus a woollen layer for "altitude", evenings, or air conditioning. Don’t forget sun protection, rain gear, and proper footwear and equipment for hiking.
Communications
Phone
International dialling code: (00 +) 1767.
Internet
Post
Time difference
Local time: .
Like its French neighbours, Dominica is on GMT-4. This means it is 5 hours behind in winter and 6 hours behind in summer compared to mainland France.
In winter, there is a one-hour time difference between Quebec (GMT-5) and Dominica.
Electricity
230 V (50 Hz) with type D and G plugs, which will require an adapter for French and North American plugs.
Opening hours
Laundries
Local tourist offices
Weights and measures
French language use
Although English is the country’s official language, Creole is widely spoken by the population. It draws heavily from French and African languages. While not always spoken, French itself is still fairly well understood on the island.