🇩🇴 Dominican Republic · Retirement
Retirement Visa (Pensioner) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,308 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Medical exam | Required |
| Age range | 45–None |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €745 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 48 months. Citizenship possible after 1 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/residencia-por-inversion-en-calidad-de-jubilado-o-pensionado-2/.
- Typical processing: ~120 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,308.
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.
“"la pensión debe ser por un monto mínimo de US$1,500.00 (mil quinientos dólares) mensuales o su equivalente en pesos dominicanos."”
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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 2026-06-21.