When is the best time to apply for my Dominican Republic visa? The best time to apply for your Dominican Republic visa is 1-2 months before your travel date.
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Dominican Republic visa? Is it safe to send a passport? You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Dominican Republic visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to CIBTvisas in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.
Business Visa Application Requirements for a Dominican Republic Visa
Passport
The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:
Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
Have at least two blank visa pages
Photograph(s)
You must provide one colour, passport type photograph that meet the following criteria:
Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
Be taken against an all white background
Be 4cm by 5cm in size
Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Business Introduction Letter
An original letter of introduction from the applicant's employer in Mexico. This letter must:
Be on company letterhead paper
Include the name of the applicant, passport number, profession and job's position
Specify the purpose of journey
Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department
Proof of Previous Visa(s)
This must be provided as a clear copy of all previous issued visas to the Dominican Republic. Applicants must also provided copy of all issued visas for other destinations if applicable.
Standard Criminal Record Certificate
An original standard criminal record certificate for the applicant, issued within the last 30 days
Copy of ID
A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form
CIBTvisas Order Form
Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.
Tourist Application Requirements for a Dominican Republic Visa
Visa Exempt
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
Hold proof of sufficient funds
Hold proof of onward/return flights
Hold all documents required for the next destination
Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
Want to see if your order is on track to meet the date you requested your documents? Use the CIBTvisas Order Status tool to see the most current update to your order.
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