Americas
Dominican Republic
- Capital
- Santo Domingo
- Population
- 11,520,487
- Currency
- Dominican Peso (DOP)
- Calling code
- +1-809, +1-829
- Languages
- Spanish
- 54missions
- 37embassies
- 6consulates
- 11honorary consulates
Dominican Republic
Embassies and consulates in the Dominican Republic
embassies in Santo Domingo
Diplomatic missions from 40 countries are based in the Dominican Republic, 54 missions in all (37 embassies, 6 consulates and 11 honorary consulates). Most embassies, 36 of 37, are in the capital, Santo Domingo. Consulates are also found in Santiago de los Caballeros, Puerto Plata and Punta Cana.
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All missions in the Dominican Republic
Other cities in the Dominican Republic
- 43
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Outside Santo Domingo, missions are found in Santiago de los Caballeros (3), Puerto Plata (3), Punta Cana (3), La Romana (1) and Salvaleón de Higüey (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Argentina 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 embassy · 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate3 -
Chile 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Colombia 1 embassy1 -
Costa Rica 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 1 honorary consulate1 -
Ecuador 1 embassy1 -
El Salvador 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Guatemala 1 embassy1 -
Haiti 2 embassies · 2 consulates4 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
Iceland 1 honorary consulate1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Israel 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy · 3 honorary consulates4 -
Jamaica 1 embassy1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Mexico 1 embassy1 -
Morocco 1 embassy1
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Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
Panama 1 embassy1 -
Paraguay 1 embassy1 -
Peru 1 embassy1 -
Poland 2 honorary consulates2 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 honorary consulate1 -
South Korea 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Switzerland 1 embassy1 -
Thailand 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy · 2 consulates3 -
Uruguay 1 embassy1 -
Venezuela 1 embassy1
Visa rules for the Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic visa guide · 7 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 108 can enter visa-free and 90 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for the Dominican Republic.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in the Dominican Republic
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 52,699 | 38,091 | 13,268 | 25.8% | 32.9% |
| 2024 | 51,229 | 35,476 | 13,656 | 27.8% | 28.3% |
| 2025 | 52,063 | 37,385 | 13,525 | 26.6% | 34.6% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 30,256 | 23,311 | 20.4% |
| Italy | 5,907 | 3,175 | 46.2% |
| France | 5,379 | 3,974 | 25.7% |
| Netherlands | 4,935 | 2,545 | 46.8% |
| Germany | 3,710 | 3,064 | 17.0% |
| Switzerland | 1,876 | 1,316 | 29.9% |
Schengen consulates in the Dominican Republic received 52,063 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 37,385 visas. 26.6% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). That is barely different from 2024 (27.8%). The number of applications was almost unchanged (51,229 in 2024).
Most applications went to Spain (30,256), Italy (5,907), France (5,379) and the Netherlands (4,935).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was Germany’s (17.0%) and the highest the Netherlands’ (46.8%). The sharpest rise since 2024 was at the consulates of the Netherlands (+13.2 points), the largest fall at those of Italy (−9.3 points).
The numbers include every nationality applying in the Dominican Republic.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of the Dominican Republic
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 152,618 | 183,608 |
| Student (F, M) | 1,330 | 1,283 |
| Exchange (J) | 5,971 | 5,469 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 3,114 | 3,042 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 730 | 702 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 775 | 812 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 2,473 | 1,644 |
| Other | 53 | 25 |
| Total | 167,064 | 196,585 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 43.4% | 36.4% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 196,585 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of the Dominican Republic, the 8th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 93%, exchange visitor visas 3%. That is 18% more than in fiscal year 2024 (167,064).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of the Dominican Republic received 63,742, 18% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 36.4% for citizens of the Dominican Republic in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 43.4%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
The Dominican Republic’s own missions abroad
The Dominican Republic’s embassies abroad (64)
In the other direction, the Dominican Republic runs 64 missions in 40 countries. Its largest networks are in France (6), the United States (5), Germany (4), Spain (3) and Argentina (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in the Dominican Republic
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Constitution Day
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Day of Kings
Good to know
Where the embassies are
Most embassies, 36 of 37, are in the capital, Santo Domingo. Haiti has the most missions in the Dominican Republic, 4, followed by Italy (4), Canada (3), Chile (3) and the United States (3).
Travel advice for the Dominican Republic
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to the Dominican Republic: the US State Department rates the Dominican Republic at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 11 June 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to the Dominican Republic (updated 7 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the Dominican Republic (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in the Dominican Republic?
Haiti, with 4 missions, followed by Italy (4).
Do I need a visa for the Dominican Republic?
Of 198 passports, 108 can enter visa-free and 90 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for the Dominican Republic; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in the Dominican Republic closed?
On the Dominican Republic’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Constitution Day (Día de la Constitución) on Friday 6 November 2026.