Dominica: sanctions and trade risk

No elevated indicator

As of 7 November 2026, the screened UN, EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions lists contain 1 company, organisation, vessel or aircraft linked to Dominica.Lists last checked 2026-11-07 21:01 UTC.

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No elevated country indicator for Dominica in the route rules Sanctioni uses. That is not a clearance: goods may still be export-controlled, and parties in Dominica may still be on a list.

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On the sanctions lists

1 entries on the official lists name Dominica — as nationality, address, registration or flag. That links them to the country; it says nothing about other companies there. The same company can appear on several lists and is then counted once per list. Individuals are not included — Sanctioni does not process them.

List	Entries	Companies & organisations	Vessels	Aircraft
US OFAC — Specially Designated Nationals (SDN)	1	1	—	—

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Logistics profile

Dominica: logistics and trade

Caribbean island/import market, regional feeder hub

Dominica (ISO-Code: DM) is an island nation in the eastern Caribbean, part of the Lesser Antilles, situated between Guadeloupe and Martinique. Politically, the country is a parliamentary democracy within the Commonwealth, with autonomous administration. The climate is tropical humid, characterized by high rainfall, warm temperatures, and a hurricane season from June to November. Economically, Dominica is heavily focused on agriculture, tourism, and services, with banana exports historically playing an important role. Foreign trade is limited, and the country is heavily dependent on imports of food, fuel, and consumer goods. Strategically located ports and an international airport secure transit and logistics functions for regional shipping and air traffic. The national currency is the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD), which supports economic stability and trade relations within the OECS. Dominica leverages its geographical position and natural resources to function as a regional hub for trade and tourism in the Caribbean. The combination of stable governance, tropical climate, and logistical connectivity strengthens the country's role in regional economic activity.

Capital: Roseau
Population: 66,205
Area: 751 km²
Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Continent: North America
Region: Caribbean
Economic area: CARICOM / OECS
Religions: Christianity
Access to the sea: Yes

Transport modes Sea · Air · Road

Current situation: Focus on climate-resilient reconstruction after Hurricane Maria; regional feeder services from Roseau connect Dominica with CARICOM hubs.
Seasonal conditions: Hurricane season June to November with risk of storms and heavy rainfall; severe damage in the past (Hurricane Maria 2017).

Main seaports

Roseau
Roseau (DMRSU) is Dominica's main maritime gateway; container, Ro-Ro and tanker cargo is handled at Woodbridge Bay. Alternatives: Guadeloupe, Martinique.
Portsmouth
Portsmouth (DMPOR), Dominica: cruise and minor-cargo port on Prince Rupert Bay. Limited freight relevance – main cargo gateway is Roseau/Woodbridge Bay.

Road corridors

Roseau-Portsmouth (West Coast Road)
Roseau-Douglas-Charles (E.O. Leblanc Highway)

Main trade lanes

USA-Dominica
Trinidad and Tobago-Dominica
Intra-CARICOM via Barbados/Trinidad (transshipment)

Customs and import

Customs authority Customs and Excise Division (Ministry of Finance)Official website ↗

Import customs system: ASYCUDA World; import declaration IM4 via broker/customs agent, CIF value applies.
Export customs system: ASYCUDA World; export declaration via the Customs and Excise Division.
Import VAT: VAT standard rate 15 percent; 10 percent for accommodation/diving; zero rate and exemptions for certain goods.
Proofs of origin and trade agreements: CARICOM certificate of origin for preferences in the CSME; for third-country imports the CARICOM Common External Tariff (CET) applies.
Restricted and prohibited goods: Restrictions on, among others, weapons, drugs, certain agricultural and food products (plant protection, import licence); various permit requirements.

Typical import documents

Commercial invoice
Bill of Lading / Air Waybill
Packing list
IM4 customs declaration (ASYCUDA World)
Certificate of origin (for preference)

Typical export documents

Commercial invoice
Packing list
Export declaration (ASYCUDA World)
CARICOM certificate of origin (for preference)

Logistics conditions

Customs complexity: Medium
Customs delays: Medium
Dangerous goods relevance: Low to medium
Pharma and cold chain relevance: Low
E-commerce relevance: Low to medium

Trade

Top import partners

United States Trinidad and Tobago China United Kingdom Jamaica

Top export partners

United States Jamaica Trinidad and Tobago France Guadeloupe

Top import goods

Food
Petroleum products
Vehicles
Machinery
Construction materials

Top export goods

Bananas
Agricultural products
Soaps
essential oils

Typical cargo

Food
Petroleum products/fuel
Construction materials
Vehicles
Consumer goods
Bananas (export)

Logistics questions

Which customs system does Dominica use?

Dominica processes imports and exports electronically via ASYCUDA World. The Customs and Excise Division within the Ministry of Finance is responsible; imports are usually filed via an IM4 declaration through a customs broker.

What is the import VAT rate in Dominica?

The standard VAT rate is 15 percent. A reduced 10 percent rate applies to accommodation and diving activities; certain goods are zero-rated or exempt.

What additional charges apply to imports?

Besides the CARICOM Common External Tariff (CET), a customs service charge, environmental surcharge, excise tax and VAT may apply. Duties are generally based on the CIF value.

Which ports and airports handle the cargo?

The main sea cargo hub is Woodbridge Bay (Fond Cole) near Roseau, handling vessels up to about 30,000 DWT. Air freight goes through Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM) on the northeast coast.

Does Dominica benefit from the CARICOM single market?

Yes. As a CARICOM and OECS member, Dominica participates in the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME). Qualifying regional-origin goods can be traded preferentially, i.e. duty-free, with a CARICOM certificate of origin.

What seasonal risks affect supply chains?

The Atlantic hurricane season from June to November brings storm and heavy-rain risks with possible port and airport closures. Hurricane Maria caused severe damage in 2017; since then investment has focused on climate-resilient infrastructure.

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