🇩🇴 Dominican Republic · Student
Student Visa (Visa de Estudiante) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Medical exam | Required |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €172 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
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/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/1.-INFORMACION-ADICIONAL-PERMISO-DE-ESTUDIANTE.pdf.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
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.
“Visto de estudante = residência TEMPORÁRIA pela duração dos estudos; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR via rota pós-estudo separada). not_applicable. Programa: Formulario de solicitud de Permiso de Estudiantes, completado.”
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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.