🇩🇴 Dominican Republic · Artist Entertainer
Permit for Artists, Sports and Exchange Students (PADEI) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum annual salary | DOP 9,800 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. 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://migracion.gob.do/en/servicio/permit-for-artists-sports-and-exchange-students-padei/.
- Typical processing: ~7 days.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Medical insurance valid in the Dom. Rep., Approved by the General Directorate of Migration (DGM)”
“Visto de artista/atleta/entertainer = autorização temporária ligada ao contrato/engajamento/evento; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR=rota separada). not_applicable. Programa: Non-Resident Permit for foreigners entering the Dominican Republic in order to perform, temporarily, an artistic, sporting activity, study b”
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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 2026-06-22.