The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Mipymes (MICM) announced that the Government allocated RD$188 million in subsidies to maintain essential fuel prices during the week of February 28 to March 6, 2026. This measure seeks to protect the pockets of Dominicans and support national production in the face of international oil fluctuations.
Specific subsidies for key fuels
Subsidies are applied directly to vital products. Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) receives RD$3.57 per gallon, regular gasoline RD$2.87, regular gasoil RD$17.64 and optimal gasoil RD$18.87. Thanks to this, essential fuel prices such as regular gasoline at RD$272.50 per gallon and LPG at RD$137.20 remain stable.
Complete list of essential fuel prices and adjustments
- Premium Gasoline: RD$290.10 per gallon (unchanged).
- Regular Gasoline: RD$272.50 per gallon (unchanged).
- Regular Gasoil: RD$224.80 per gallon (unchanged).
- Optimal Gasoil: RD$242.10 per gallon (unchanged).
- Avtur: RD$205.65 per gallon (up RD$3.04).
- Kerosene: RD$238.40 per gallon (up RD$3.10).
- Fuel oil #6: RD$147.72 per gallon (up RD$2.53).
- Fuel oil 1%S: RD$165.33 per gallon (up RD$2.31).
- Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG): RD$137.20 per gallon (unchanged).
- Natural gas: RD$43.97 per m³ (unchanged).
The weekly average exchange rate, according to the Central Bank, is RD$61.37. This stability in essential fuel prices contrasts with increases in industrial derivatives, reflecting a policy focused on priorities.
Historical context and economic relevance
Historically, the Dominican Government resorts to subsidies to cushion the impacts of global crude oil prices, which in 2025 averaged above 80 dollars a barrel according to Central Bank data. Energy sector experts highlight that these interventions have avoided increases of up to 10% in essential fuel prices, keeping inflation around 4% annually. The measure particularly benefits public transport and households dependent on LPG, which represents 40% of domestic consumption.
The MICM emphasizes that this fiscal effort protects the competitiveness of local production, such as agriculture and manufacturing, in a context of post-pandemic recovery. While some analysts question long-term sustainability, the current decision relieves immediate pressures on the average consumer.
In short, the Government maintains essential fuel prices prioritizing economic stability, with precise subsidies that directly impact the daily lives of Dominicans.
