Santo Domingo Secure Transportation Services

ETS Security Overview - The Dominican Republic

Theft is the primary concern for foreign visitors in the Dominican Republic. Petty theft is a problem in crowded areas such as bus stations or outside markets. Crime rates are moderately higher in Bavaro and Macao, compared to Punta Cana. There is an increased risk of petty crime in beach areas, as many travelers leave belongings unattended on the shore. Thieves on motorcycles are known to conduct snatch and grabs involving pedestrians walking on the street, or stationary vehicles when held at traffic lights or road junctions.

Violent crime in large cities, including Santo Domingo, is common.  Criminals are not afraid to use violence, and in the past have conducted armed muggings at gunpoint.  Assault and sexual aggression against travelers, including at beach resorts, has been reported in recent years.  In some cases, hotel employees or fellow guests have been implicated.

Driving in the Dominican Republic is a moderate risk.  Road Traffic Collisions (RTCs) are frequent and a result of poor road discipline, a lack of enforced traffic laws, driving while under the influence and inadequately maintained vehicles.  The World Health Organisation (WHO) has reported that over half of RTCs deaths in the Dominican Republic were those on motorcycles or scooters.

All clients utilizing our services get free access to the ExploreSecure® Travel Security Training.

Secure Airport Transfers in Santo Domingo

ETS provides secure airport transfers from the airport to your hotel and vice-versa in Santo Domingo.  Our local security team will meet and greet you in a low profile manner at the airport or your hotel, escort you to the vehicle, and ensure a safe transition to your destination.

ETS Security Experience in The Dominican Republic

ETS has supported several international events at resorts in Punta Cana and Santo Domingo for Fortune 10 clients in the Dominican Republic.  This involved extensive planning and delivery of risk management strategies, perimeter security, access control, VIP protection, and liaison with local authorities and intelligence services.  We have also provided multiple airport transfers and VIP protection at the highest level on a weekly basis.

The experience and relationships ETS have gained over the past five years in the Dominican Republic has enabled a more robust and agile capability for our clients’ when traveling in the region.