🇩🇲 Dominica · General Residence
Residence Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–None |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://dominica.gov.dm/services/residency/how-do-i-apply-for-a-residence-permit.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Criminal record
“Recent Police Record is required.”
https://dominica.gov.dm/services/residency/how-do-i-apply-for-a-residence-permit · verified 2026-06-23
Age range
https://dominica.gov.dm/services/residency/how-do-i-apply-for-a-residence-permit · verified 2026-06-23
No direct PR path
“Any individual who requests a form for applying for a Residence Permit for the first time, must first produce their passport.”
https://dominica.gov.dm/services/residency/how-do-i-apply-for-a-residence-permit · verified 2026-06-23
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.