Island, Dominica
Healthcare in Dominica: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Dominica
Care is basic; serious cases are evacuated to Guadeloupe, Martinique, Barbados or Miami. Travel insurance with air ambulance is strongly advised.
Hospitals for foreigners in Dominica
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Dominica China Friendship Hospital | Main public hospital in Roseau; basic emergency care |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: EC$100–250 ($37–93) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Dominica: Dominica China Friendship Hospital in Roseau handles basics; complex cases are evacuated, so travel insurance with evacuation is essential. Care in villages is limited.
- Pharmacies: Pharmacies in Roseau and Portsmouth stock common medicines; bring prescriptions.
- Health spending: US$492 per person a year (2023); 1.2 doctors per 1,000 people (2018), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 999 · Ambulance 999 · Fire 999 · All emergencies 999.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Dominica, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Dominica for foreigners?
Dominica China Friendship Hospital: Main public hospital in Roseau; basic emergency care
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Dominica?
About EC$100–250 ($37–93) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Dominica?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Dominica expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Dominica
- Discover Dominica Authority
- L'Express des Îles
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