Residency by investment

Dominican Republic Residency by Investment

One of the World’s Fastest Pathways to Naturalisation for Investors

The Dominican Republic offers one of the world’s fastest and most cost-effective routes to citizenship by naturalisation. Investors who build ties to the country may become eligible to apply for citizenship after just six months of permanent residency, while qualifying retirees can apply after two years.

Request a call back All residency programmes

Why the Dominican Republic

One of the Caribbean’s most attractive investment destinations

Combined with a long record of economic growth, a booming tourism sector and rising demand for premium real estate, the Dominican Republic has become one of the Caribbean’s most attractive investment destinations.

  • One of the world’s fastest pathways to naturalisation eligibility

    Eligibility after 6 months.

  • No fixed annual physical presence requirement

  • Rapidly expanding tourism industry

  • A long record of economic growth

    With the Central Bank projecting 4.0–4.5% growth for 2026.

  • Growing demand for premium real estate

  • Lower overall cost than traditional Caribbean citizenship by investment programmes

  • Growing tourism and real estate markets

    Fuelled by Europeans and North Americans.

The programme

The Dominican Republic Investor Residency Programme

  • USD 200,000 investment into a Dominican company that subsequently invests in qualifying real estate
  • Immediate investor residency through our preferred investment structure
  • Permanent residency followed by citizenship eligibility after 6 to 24 months (subject to legal naturalisation requirements)
  • Alternative retirement residency available for applicants with a pension of at least USD 1,500 per month (USD 2,000 per month for other passive income), under Law 171-07
  • Residency process of 2–4 months; 1 year+ for citizenship

Residency routes

Two routes are available, depending on your profile.

  • USD 200,000Investor residency
    Investment into a Dominican company that subsequently invests in qualifying real estate

    Immediate investor residency through our preferred investment structure. Permanent residency follows, with citizenship eligibility after 6 to 24 months, subject to legal naturalisation requirements.

  • USD 1,500+ per monthRetirement residency
    Alternative retirement residency

    Available for applicants with a pension of at least USD 1,500 per month (USD 2,000 per month for other passive income), under Law 171-07. Qualifying retirees can apply for citizenship after two years.

Key facts

Dominican Republic: timelines and requirements

Residency process
2–4 months
Citizenship process
1 year+
Citizenship eligibility
6 to 24 monthsAfter permanent residency, subject to legal naturalisation requirements. Qualifying retirees: after two years.
Physical presence
No fixed annual requirement

Processing notes

What to expect from due diligence

Across all programmes, applicants should expect standard international due diligence, including:

  • Global criminal background checks
  • Verification of the lawful source of funds
  • AML and KYC compliance
  • Supporting investment documentation

Planning benchmark

3–9months

As a general planning benchmark, allow approximately three to nine months for the core immigration process, although timelines vary by jurisdiction.

FAQs

Dominican Republic: frequently asked questions

How quickly can I become eligible for Dominican citizenship?

Investors who build ties to the country may become eligible to apply for citizenship after just six months of permanent residency. Overall, citizenship eligibility follows after 6 to 24 months of permanent residency, subject to legal naturalisation requirements. Qualifying retirees can apply after two years.

How much is the investment?

The Investor Residency Programme requires a USD 200,000 investment into a Dominican company that subsequently invests in qualifying real estate.

How long does the process take?

The residency process takes 2–4 months. The citizenship process takes 1 year or more.

Do I have to live in the Dominican Republic?

There is no fixed annual physical presence requirement.

Is there an option for retirees?

Yes. An alternative retirement residency is available under Law 171-07 for applicants with a pension of at least USD 1,500 per month (USD 2,000 per month for other passive income), and qualifying retirees can apply for citizenship after two years.

Speak to an adviser

Discuss the Dominican Republic route with an adviser

We will explain the investor and retirement routes and the naturalisation requirements that apply to your situation.

Request a call back

Programme rules change; figures are indicative and subject to official confirmation. This is not legal or financial advice.