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Dominican citizenship
Four main routes to citizenship, with professional support throughout the entire file.
Who may apply
Four routes recognized by Dominican law
Under the Dominican Constitution and laws, citizenship may be applied for by children of Dominicans born abroad, by foreign nationals who marry a Dominican citizen, and by foreign nationals who opt for ordinary or privileged naturalization.
Children of Dominicans
People born abroad to a Dominican father or mother, through the declaration and recognition of their descent.
Marriage
Foreign nationals married to a Dominican citizen, once the requirements and waiting periods set by law are met.
Ordinary naturalization
Foreign nationals who have held a valid Permanent Residency Permit in the country for more than two years.
Privileged naturalization
Foreign nationals who have made substantial investments in the Dominican Republic or meet other special conditions.
The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Requirements and timelines depend on the applicable route and on the rules in force at the time of the application.
A well-built file moves faster
At our offices you will find the guidance you need to make your process smoother and more successful, in the hands of professionals with extensive experience in the field who keep their knowledge constantly up to date.
We review your documents before filing, identify the route that best fits your situation, and follow the file through to the naturalization decree.
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Tell us about your case and we will set out the requirements, the timeline and the scope of our support with complete clarity.