🇩🇴 Dominican Republic · Permanent Settlement
Residencia Permanente — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,226 |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–None |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €600 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 48 months. Citizenship possible after 2 years.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://migracion.gob.do/servicio/solicitud-de-residencia-permanente-2/.
- Typical processing: ~180 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,226.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://migracion.gob.do/servicio/solicitud-de-residencia-permanente-2/ · verified 2026-06-08
Criminal record
https://migracion.gob.do/servicio/solicitud-de-residencia-permanente-2/ · verified 2026-06-08
Age range
https://migracion.gob.do/servicio/solicitud-de-residencia-permanente-2/ · verified 2026-06-08
Application fee
https://migracion.gob.do/servicio/solicitud-de-residencia-permanente-2/ · verified 2026-06-08
Years to citizenship
https://migracion.gob.do/servicio/solicitud-de-residencia-permanente-2/ · verified 2026-06-08
Open to all nationalities
https://migracion.gob.do/servicio/solicitud-de-residencia-permanente-2/ · verified 2026-06-08
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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 2026-06-08.