FAQ
Common questions.
How much income do I need for the Dominican Republic retirement visa?
A pension of at least USD 1,500 a month. Each dependant who applies with you adds USD 250 a month.
Is there an age limit for the Dominican Republic retirement visa?
The law says there is no minimum age.
What do I need for the Dominican Republic retirement visa?
The official page asks for: pension certificate, translated and legalised, birth certificate, criminal record from every country you lived in for 5 years, bank statements for the last 3 months, passport valid for at least 6 months and marriage certificate, if married.
Do I need health insurance?
The consulate list does not ask for health insurance.
Can I work on the Dominican Republic retirement visa?
The official pages do not say whether you can work on this permit.
How long do I need to spend in the Dominican Republic?
The official pages do not set a minimum stay.
Does the Dominican Republic retirement visa lead to permanent residence?
The official pages do not say when you can apply for permanent residence.
How long does the Dominican Republic retirement visa last?
The first residence permit lasts 1 year. Yes. The renewed card lasts 2 years, or as long as the migration office sets.
How much does the Dominican Republic retirement visa cost?
USD 200 for the residence visa at a consulate. The residence permit in the country has its own fees.
Who can apply for the Dominican Republic retirement visa?
Open to citizens of any other country. People with a monthly pension from a foreign government, official body or private company who want to live in the Dominican Republic.
Can I bring my family?
A spouse, unmarried children under 18, adult children with a disability and adult children at university who depend on you can apply with you.
How do I apply?
Get a residence visa at a Dominican embassy or consulate. Then, within 30 days of arrival, apply to the General Directorate of Migration (Dirección General de Migración). The visa takes 10 to 20 working days. The law gives the migration office up to 45 working days to approve the permit.
Sources
- Dominican Republic: Residence for pensioners and retirees under Law 171-07 (Visa de Residencia por Pensión o Jubilación) (servicios360.mirex.gob.do)
- Dominican Republic: Residence for pensioners and retirees under Law 171-07 (Visa de Residencia por Pensión o Jubilación) (dgii.gov.do)
- Dominican Republic: Residence for pensioners and retirees under Law 171-07 (Visa de Residencia por Pensión o Jubilación) (servicios360.mirex.gob.do)
General information, not legal advice. Last checked 11 Oct 2026.