Residence & citizenship

Dominican Permanent Residence (RP-1)

A DGM permanent-residence status reached after building up temporary residence, with annual renewal thereafter.

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The RD$150,000 bank-letter figure and RD$300,000 temporary-residence bank certification come from DGM summaries; verify exact current amounts on the DGM service pages.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Dominican Republic government website before you apply.

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Who it is for
Requirements
How to apply

Official name: Residencia Permanente (RP-1)
Route type: Permanent residence (settlement)
Qualifying period: Apply 30 days before completing 5 years of temporary residence; Per DGM service page
Financial evidence: e.g. bank letter around RD$150,000 with three months' movements, or property/investment proof; Confirm current amount with DGM

Who it is for

Foreign nationals who have held Dominican temporary residence for the required period
Those intending to settle permanently in the country

Requirements

Evidence of economic solvency (bank letter, property title, or investment/savings certificate)
Standard DGM documents: valid passport, apostilled civil records, police clearance, photographs and medical examinations
Application filed within the DGM's timeframe relative to the temporary-residence period

How to apply

Maintain and annually renew temporary residence
File the RP-1 application with the DGM 30 days before completing five years of temporary residence
Renew permanent residence as required by the DGM

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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