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Investor visa RS in Dominican Republic for Mexican citizens

Visa overview

Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.

Issued to foreign nationals wishing to invest in the Dominican Republic. The minimum investment required is 200 000 USD or its equivalent in national currency or any other internationally accepted foreign currency recognized by the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic. Eligible investments include real estate purchases, capital contributions to Dominican businesses, bank deposits or securities, technology transfers, and other financial instruments. Upon arrival, the holder must appear before the General Directorate of Migration within 30 days to formalize the residence procedures.

Visa validity period

The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.

2 months

Consular fee

A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.

$250

Time frames and cost

The primary characteristics that define the conditions for obtaining and using a visa. These conditions may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the applicant and the decision of the immigration authorities of the country.

  • 2 months

    Visa validity period

    The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.

    <p>The visa is issued for a period of up to 60 days.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Upon arrival in the Dominican Republic, the visa holder must appear before the General Directorate of Migration within 30 days to apply for either an Investment Residence Permit in Investment Quality or a Residence Permit for Foreign Investment.</p>

  • 2 months

    Duration of stay

    The maximum duration for which one is permitted to stay in the country continuously from the date of entry.

    <p>Upon arrival in the Dominican Republic, the visa holder must appear before the General Directorate of Migration within 30 days to apply for either an Investment Residence Permit in Investment Quality or a Residence Permit for Foreign Investment.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The residence permit is granted for a period of 1 year.</p>

  • 1 month

    Extension of stay

    The extension of the maximum duration of stay in the country initially permitted by the visa, subject to approval by the immigration authorities. This is typically processed within the country without the need for departure.

    <p>The visa holder may request an extension of stay from the General Directorate of Migration when the authorized period is insufficient to complete the residence application process. The extension granted may not exceed 30 days.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Extension applications for residence permits must be submitted to the nearest immigration office.</p>

  • single-entry

    The possibility of entering the country only once during the visa's validity period. After departure from the country with such a visa, re-entry is not possible, even if the visa's validity period has not yet expired.

    Number of entries

    A parameter specifying the number of times the visa holder can enter the country during its validity period. Visas can be single-entry, multiple-entry, or with a specified number of entries.

    <p>The visa is issued for a single entry.</p>

  • from 1 day to 20 days

    Processing time

    The period during which the immigration authorities review the application and make a decision regarding the issuance of the visa. Only business days are counted, excluding weekends and public holidays.

    <p>Decisions on visa applications are made within 1 to 20 business days from the date of submission. Processing times depend on the level of urgency, the applicant&rsquo;s nationality, the volume of pending applications, and personnel availability.</p>

  • $250

    Consular fee

    A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.

    <p>Fees may be waived or vary depending on the specific purpose of the visit and number of entries.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Consular fee is the official charge for processing a visa application by an embassy or consulate of the country and does not include any additional payments that may be required depending on the place and method of submission, such as visa center fees, the cost of permits or other documents, postal or courier delivery, and others.</p>

Documents

A list of documents required for visa application. The exact list depends on the chosen visa type, the purpose of the visit, and the individual conditions of the applicant.

Mandatory

The essential minimum documents required for a visa application, such as a passport or visa application form. These are necessary regardless of the location, method, or conditions of the application.

  • Passport

    Issued less than 10 years ago, with a validity period exceeding the duration of the visa by at least six months and with at least two blank pages.

  • Photograph

    Must be recent (taken within the last 6 months), in color, clear, and sized 40x50mm. The face should occupy 70-80% of the image, printed on high-quality, matte paper with a plain, light background. Hair must not cover the eyes or eyebrows. Headwear is not permitted unless worn for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must remain visible.

  • Visa application form

    Official visa application form, completely filled and signed by the applicant.

  • Receipt of fee payment

    Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Supporting

Documents that specify, substantiate, and confirm the purpose of the visit, as well as provide necessary information about the applicant and their future activities in the country.

  • Investor certificate (for direct investor)

    Applicants must submit a copy of the certification from the Dominican Republic Export and Investment Center (CEI-RD), along with commercial registration, documents demonstrating financial solvency, a bank certification, and transaction statements for the last three months.

  • Investor certificate (for companies operating under the Free Trade Zone regime)

    Applicants must submit a copy of the certification from the National Free Trade Zone Council and bank statements for the last 3 months.

  • Investor certificate (for investment in border development projects)

    Applicants must submit certification from the National Border Development Council and bank statements for the last 3 months.

  • Investor certificate (for investment in tourism development projects)

    For investment in tourism development projects, confirmation may be obtained from either the Dominican Republic Export and Investment Center (CEI-RD) or the Ministry of Tourism. Required documents include proof of investment, a bank certification, and transaction statements for the last 3 months.

Additional

Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.

  • Birth certificate

    Birth certificate (original), duly legalized or apostilled. If issued in a language other than Spanish, it must be accompanied by a translation prepared by a certified translator; the translation must also be legalized by the Consulate of the Dominican Republic or apostilled, as applicable.

  • Current immigration or residence status

    National passport or ID card; residence permit or other document confirming the right to legally reside in the country of residence, if it differs from the one stated in the applicant's passport.

  • Proof of accommodation

    Confirmed hotel booking, rental contract, proof of residential property ownership, or letter of invitation indicating the address and personal details of the private host who will provide accommodation for the entire duration of the stay in the Dominican Republic.

  • Criminal record certificate

    Confirming no criminal record in the applicant’s home or residence country. The document must be issued by the competent authority of the countries where the applicant has resided in the last 5 years. The certificate must be duly legalized or apostilled, have a validity of 1 year, and, if issued in a language other than Spanish, be accompanied by a translation from a certified court interpreter. Not required for minors.

  • Travel history

    If applicable. Copies of Dominican visas and/or visas issued by other countries, whether valid or expired.

  • Travel health insurance

    Valid for the full duration of stay in the Dominican Republic, covering at least €30,000, and include emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation, including in case of death.

  • Medical certificate

    In some cases, citizens or residents of some countries may be required to provide health certificates confirming that they have no easily transmitted diseases such as tuberculosis or other serious diseases that pose a risk and danger to large numbers of people. It is recommended to check the exact requirements directly with the place where the application is submitted.

  • Proof of financial mean

    The applicant must submit documents that demonstrate economic solvency, including bank statements covering the last three months.

*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.

**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.

Requirements

The minimum criteria that each visa applicant must meet. If these criteria are not met, justifications and convincing evidence of intent to visit the country must be provided.

  • Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.

  • Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.

  • The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.

  • Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.

  • Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.

Visa Information

The characteristics of a visa according to its classification by types, categories, and visit purposes. These are selected by the applicant during the application process, typically indicated on the visa application form and reflected in corresponding annotations on the visa itself.

English international

Category code

A letter-based or alphanumeric code for a specific visa category, indicating its conditions or serving as an abbreviated name. This code is typically found on the visa or visa stamp.

RS

Type of visa

The primary purpose of the visa and the conditions under which it is issued. This typically includes several general categories of visas and/or visit purposes based on the type of activity or reasons for entering the country.

Residence visa

Category

The classification within a visa type that specifies more specific conditions, characteristics of obtaining, and using the visa. Categories may vary in terms of duration, stay conditions, and the rights granted by the visa.

Residence visa

Sources

Links to official resources upon which the information presented on the website is based. Information portals of government bodies or diplomatic representations of the country responsible for visa issuance and immigration policy in general.

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