Send Money to the Dominican Republic
$0 fee and a preferential exchange rate on your first transfer to the Dominican Republic, up to $500 with a debit card. Cash pickup, bank deposit, or cash delivered right to your family's door.
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How Your Family Receives Money in the Dominican Republic
💳 Bank Deposit
Send directly to your family's account at Banco Popular Dominicano, Banreservas, Banco BHD, and 85+ other banks and savings institutions across the Dominican Republic (DR). Deposits typically arrive within 1 day.
💰 Cash Pickup
Your family picks up the money in cash at Caribe Express locations across the country, typically ready in about 30 minutes. No bank account needed.
🏠 Home Delivery
We deliver the money in cash right to your family's door, anywhere in the Dominican Republic, typically within 6 hours. Available in Santo Domingo, Santiago, and cities nationwide.
Send with home deliveryHow Sharemoney Compares
Here's how Sharemoney compares with other services when you send $250 USD to the Dominican Republic for cash pickup:
Competitor rates last checked: June 14, 2026 at 11:11 AM ET
· Sharemoney collects competitor rates twice daily (morning + afternoon ET) — rates may have changed since.
| Provider | Fee | Exchange Rate | Amount Received (DOP) | Rate Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharemoney | $2.99 | 58.41 | DOP14,427.85 | Standard |
| Ria | $4.90 | 57.72 | DOP14,147.17 | Standard |
| Sendwave | $4.99 | 57.51 | DOP14,090.94 | Standard |
| Remitly | $4.99 | 57.21 | DOP14,017.02 | Standard |
| Western Union | $5.99 | 52.23 | DOP12,744.91 | Standard |
Use our calculator for real-time pricing on your specific transfer
On a $250 transfer, your family could receive up to DOP1,682.94 more, based on the live comparison above.
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Sending Money to the Dominican Republic with Sharemoney
How Much Does It Cost to Send Money to the Dominican Republic?
Sharemoney keeps your costs clear before you ever hit send. Your first transfer to the Dominican Republic has no fee (up to $500 with a debit card, first transaction only, not combinable). After that, the fee depends on how your family receives the money: $2.99 for a bank deposit, $2.99 for cash pickup, and $2.99 for home delivery. There are no hidden charges and nothing is taken out on your family's side: you see the fee, the exchange rate, and the exact amount they receive in Dominican pesos before you confirm. Most transfers are funded with a debit card or a linked bank account, and you always see the exact amount your family receives before you confirm. For a side-by-side look at how transfer costs add up across providers, read our guide to sending money to the Dominican Republic.
Exchange Rates: US Dollars to Dominican Pesos
Transfers to the Dominican Republic are paid out in Dominican pesos (DOP). You'll see the current rate, shown as 1 USD = 58.41 DOP, and the exact pesos your family receives before you confirm. Rates move with the market, so the amount can shift between one transfer and the next. For how the dollar-to-peso rate works and how to time your transfer, read our USD to DOP exchange rate guide.
Bank Deposit, Cash Pickup, and Home Delivery: Which to Choose
Sharemoney gives your family three ways to receive money in the Dominican Republic, so you can choose what fits them best.
Bank deposit sends money straight to an account at Banco Popular Dominicano, Banreservas, Banco BHD, and more than 85 other banks and savings institutions. You'll need your family member's account details, and deposits typically arrive within 1 day. It works well for regular support that doesn't need to be collected in person. See all banks that receive deposits.
Cash pickup lets your family collect pesos in person, typically within 30 minutes, at Caribe Express locations across the country. They simply bring a valid ID that matches the name on the transfer. It's a good fit when they want cash in hand quickly. Find a cash pickup location.
Home delivery brings cash to their door in many areas of the Dominican Republic, typically within 6 hours. You provide the delivery address when you send. It helps most when getting to a branch or pickup point is hard, whether because of distance, work, or mobility. How home delivery works.
Not sure which to choose? Bank deposit suits saving and bills, cash pickup suits quick everyday needs, and home delivery suits family members who can't travel easily. Every option shows the rate, the fee, and the delivery time before you pay, so your family receives exactly what you intend.
What Your Recipient Needs to Receive Money in the Dominican Republic
Receiving money with Sharemoney is simple, and what your family needs depends on how you send it.
For a bank deposit, they need an account at one of the 85+ supported banks or savings institutions. You enter the account holder's name and account number when you send, and the money lands in their account, so they don't have to go anywhere.
For cash pickup, your family member brings a valid government-issued ID that matches the name on the transfer, along with the reference number you share with them. No bank account is needed.
For home delivery, you provide their full address and a phone number so the courier can reach them, and they show a valid ID when the cash arrives.
In every case, use your recipient's legal name exactly as it appears on their ID or account. A name that doesn't match is the most common reason a payout is delayed. Once your details are right, your family can receive your support in pesos without any trouble.
Sending Money to Santo Domingo, Santiago, La Romana, Puerto Plata and Beyond
Wherever your family lives, Sharemoney helps you reach them. Bank deposits arrive at banks and savings institutions across the Dominican Republic, cash pickup is available in many areas, and home delivery is offered in cities and towns such as Santo Domingo, Santiago, La Romana, Puerto Plata, San Pedro de Macoris, and La Vega. From the capital to the Cibao to the northern coast, your family can receive money the way that works for them, paid in Dominican pesos, with the rate and delivery time shown before you send. If they live outside the bigger cities, home delivery and the wide bank network often mean they don't have to travel far to receive your support. Wherever they are, you send from the Sharemoney app in a few minutes.
Is Sharemoney Safe? Licensing and Trust
Sharemoney is a licensed money transmitter (NMLS #899521) and part of Omnex Group, a money transfer company with more than 30 years of experience that has sent over $20 billion to families to date. Your transfers are protected with bank-level security and encryption, and you can track every one from your account, with notifications as the money moves. You'll always see the rate, the fee, and the payout amount before you confirm, so there are no surprises. To send, you'll need your recipient's details and a valid ID, part of the standard identity checks that keep transfers secure and compliant. Customers rate Sharemoney 4.7 out of 5 on Trustpilot, and support is available around the clock in multiple languages, so help is there whenever you need it. To learn more about who we are and the families we serve, visit our about page.
Tips for Your First Transfer to the Dominican Republic
New to sending money to the Dominican Republic? A few simple steps make the first transfer smooth. Have your recipient's full name and payout details ready, exactly as they appear on their ID or bank account, since a mismatch can delay a transfer. Decide how they'll receive the money, by bank deposit, cash pickup, or home delivery, before you start. Keep a valid ID handy for the quick identity check the first time you send. Double-check the exchange rate and the amount your family receives, both shown before you confirm. And remember your first transfer has no fee (up to $500 with a debit card, first transaction only, not combinable). For a step-by-step walkthrough, see how to send money to the Dominican Republic.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sending Money to the Dominican Republic
What is the best way to send money to the Dominican Republic?
It depends on how your family prefers to receive the money. Bank deposit reaches accounts at Banco Popular, Banreservas, Banco BHD, and 85+ other institutions, typically within 1 day. Cash pickup at Caribe Express is typically ready in about 30 minutes. Home delivery brings cash to any address, typically within 6 hours.
How long does it take to send money to the Dominican Republic?
It depends on the delivery method. Cash pickup at Caribe Express is typically available in about 30 minutes, home delivery typically arrives within 6 hours, and bank deposits typically arrive within 1 day. You'll see the estimated delivery time for your transfer before you pay.
Can I send money to the Dominican Republic with a credit card?
Yes. Sharemoney accepts both debit and credit cards. Debit is usually the lower-cost option, and the exact fee for your payment method always shows before you confirm. The first-transfer promo ($0 fee and a preferential exchange rate) applies to payments with a debit card (up to $500, first transaction only).
Is Caribe Express reliable?
Caribe Express is one of the largest cash pickup networks in the Dominican Republic, with 165 pickup locations across the country. It's an independent Dominican company and a Sharemoney payout partner: transfers sent with Sharemoney are typically ready for pickup in about 30 minutes.
Can I use Zelle to send money to the Dominican Republic?
No. Zelle only works between bank accounts in the United States, so it can't deliver money to the Dominican Republic. To get money to your family in the DR, you can use Sharemoney to send a bank deposit, cash pickup at Caribe Express, or home delivery to their door.
Is Venmo used in the Dominican Republic?
No. Venmo isn't available in the Dominican Republic. It only works with US bank accounts and US phone numbers, so your family there can't receive money through it. To send money they can actually use, Sharemoney offers cash pickup at Caribe Express, bank deposit, or home delivery.
Your first transfer to the Dominican Republic has $0 fee
Send to Caribe Express, Banco Popular, Banreservas, Banco BHD, and more, with the exact rate and fee shown before you confirm. Your first transfer comes with $0 fee and a preferential exchange rate (up to $500 with a debit card; valid on your first transaction; not combinable with other promotions).