Electronics

Move to the fastest growing industry

Electrical products and components manufacturing has experienced a high growth
The presence of both contract manufacturers and renowned global brands, including Fortune 500 companies
The strategic location of free zones, coupled with favorable regulatory framework Supply Chain Opportunities

28 global electronic companies Export Growth Industry on the rise

Electronics Sector Insights

Productivity enhancements and logistical advantages

Explore a comprehensive overview of the thriving electronics sector in the Dominican Republic, featuring 4 key insights ranging from export trends to workforce development and industry specialization.

Workforce Development

Automotive Focus

Economic Contribution

Growth Rising Sector

A world of possibilities

Our companies have different capabilities ranging from intermediate component manufacturing to final product assembly and include contract manufacturers and world prestigious brands (including Fortune 500 companies).

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Frequently asked questions

Discover answers to common inquiries about the electronics industry in Dominican Republic’s free zones, covering topics such as investment opportunities, workforce training, export regulations, and more.

What are the main factors driving the growth of the electronics sector in the Dominican Republic?

Proximity to the United States market is one of the main factors that companies consider when settling in the Dominican Republic, as well as connectivity and availability of qualified labor.

Our companies range in capabilities, from intermediate component manufacturing to final product assembly, and include contract manufacturers and world-renowned brands (including Fortune 500 companies).

How many electronic companies currently operate within the Free Zones, and what is their contribution to the economy?

Currently, twenty-eight (28) electronic products manufacturing companies are operating under the free zone regime, generating more than 11,500 direct jobs, with a cumulative investment of US$ 200 million.
The main products exported in 2023 included: Electricity, switches, rotary switches, electrical connectors, auto parts, relays, alarm systems, printed circuits, and transformers.

The United States represented the main export market. Other countries to which products manufactured in the Dominican Republic were exported are Canada, Spain, the United Kingdom, China, France, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Belgium, Costa Rica, Ireland, India, Japan, New Zealand, among others.

What initiatives are in place for workforce development and specialized training in the electronics field?

There are several training programs currently underway to improve the competitiveness of the industry and prepare the human capital that will be required by companies in the process of growth, as well as new investments in this sector.

Some of these are carried out through universities such as INTEC, the Institute of Professional Technical Training (INFOTEP) and technological institutes such as ITLA and Loyola. Likewise, training abroad has begun, through different university agreements, citing the case of Purdue University, for Semiconductor assembly.

Are there specific advantages for automotive components manufacturing within Dominican Republic's free zones?

There is a large presence of inputs and raw materials, such as plastics, leather, electrical and electronic components, which allow companies to assemble closer to the US market, while taking advantage of market access through free trade agreements signed by the country.