Dominican Republic Birth Certificates & Birth Records
Professional service for official Dominican birth certificates with full legalization, apostille, and worldwide delivery since 2012.
Whether you need a current Dominican birth certificate or are searching for historical birth records dating back to the 1860s, we locate your official document in Dominican civil registry offices and deliver fully legalized certificates ready for use worldwide.
Our experienced team searches over 160 registry offices throughout the Dominican Republic, from computerized databases to handwritten ledgers. We've successfully located birth records for US immigration, passport applications, and Dominican citizenship by descent.
Our two-stage process ensures we find your record before you pay for the certificate—you only pay for documents we can actually deliver.
Dominican Birth Certificate Service
What We Provide
We obtain original Dominican birth certificates directly from Dominican civil registry offices, fully legalized by the Central Electoral Board and apostilled by the Dominican Foreign Ministry. Every certificate includes:
- Original long-form birth certificate on security paper
- Legalization by Dominican Central Electoral Board
- Apostille from Dominican Foreign Ministry
- Certified airmail shipping worldwide
- 2-8 week delivery timeframe
Every certificate is fully legalized and apostilled, making it valid for official use in over 100 countries worldwide.
Service Pricing
Standard Service: US$210 total
- US$95 search fee (paid first)
- US$115 certificate with legalization, apostille & shipping
For older or unknown records:
- Pre-1970 births: US$195-395 search fee
- Unknown dates/locations: Higher search fees apply
Optional Services
- English translation: US$79
- Express UPS shipping: US$125 (3-day delivery)
- Multiple certificates: Special discount rates
- Other language translations: French (US$89), German (US$99)
Our Proven Process
Stage 1 - Record Search
We search Dominican civil registry offices using the information you provide. If found, we scan and email you a draft copy for review before proceeding.
Stage 2 - Certificate Order
After you approve the draft record, we obtain your official birth certificate with full legalization and apostille, then ship it via certified airmail.
Why Two Stages?
- We can't always locate records
- Some records need repair before certificates can be issued
- You only pay for certificates we can actually obtain
- No risk of payment for impossible requests
Birth Records & Historical Searches
Dominican Birth Records Explained
Dominican birth records are the original handwritten entries in civil registry ledgers. Birth certificates are official extracts from these records. We search both current databases and historical archives to locate your birth record.
Records We Can Find
- Recent births (1970-present): Usually in computerized databases
- Mid-century births (1945-1970): Handwritten ledgers in registry offices
- Historical births (1900-1945): Archive searches, church records
- Very old records (1860s-1900): Specialized historical research
Alternative Sources
When civil registry offices have no records, we search:
- Church baptism records (especially San Pedro de Macorís Cathedral)
- General Archive of the Nation in Santo Domingo
- Municipal archives and historical collections
- Immigration records and shipping manifests
Common Uses & Requirements
Why People Need Dominican Birth Certificates
- Immigration applications (US, Canada, Europe)
- Passport applications and renewals
- Dominican citizenship by descent applications
- Legal proceedings and court requirements
- Inheritance claims and property matters
- Family research and genealogy
- School and university enrollment abroad
Dominican Citizenship by Descent Service
Need help obtaining your Dominican citizenship? Our specialized transcription service offers comprehensive guidance for the citizenship by descent process. With years of experience helping Dominican families abroad, we understand the unique challenges each case presents.
Why choose our service?
- Personalized evaluation of your eligibility
- Complete management of required documentation
- Professional support at every stage of the process
- Proven experience with complex cases
- Clear and transparent communication throughout the procedure
Begin your process by visiting our specialized Dominican citizenship assistance page, where you'll find detailed information about requirements, documentation, and timelines.
What Information We Need
To search for your birth record:
- Full name as registered
- Date of birth (approximate if unknown)
- Place of birth (city, town, or province)
- Parents' full names (including mother's maiden name)
- Any existing documentation you may have
International Recognition
Every Dominican birth certificate we provide includes legalization by the Dominican Central Electoral Board and apostille from the Dominican Foreign Ministry. Our apostilled certificates are accepted in:
- United States - USCIS, courts, government agencies
- European Union - All Hague Convention countries
- Canada - Immigration and legal purposes
- Australia - Immigration and government use
- UK - Courts, immigration, official proceedings
Frequently Asked Questions about Dominican Birth Certificates
How much does a Dominican birth certificate cost?
In most cases, we charge US$210 total: US$95 for the search, then US$115 for the certificate with legalization, apostille, and shipping. For births before 1970 or unknown dates/locations, search fees range from US$195-395.
How long does it take to get my birth certificate?
Generally 2-8 weeks from start to delivery. We first search for your record (2-7 days), send you a draft copy for approval, then obtain and ship your official certificate. Express UPS shipping (3 days) is available for US$125.
What if you can't find my birth record?
If we can't locate your record, you only pay the search fee. We search over 160 registry offices, church records, and historical archives. Many records we've found were considered "impossible" by others due to our specialized knowledge of Dominican registry systems.
Is my Dominican birth certificate valid for US immigration?
Yes, our certificates are properly apostilled by the Dominican Foreign Ministry and meet USCIS requirements. We've provided thousands of certificates for successful US immigration cases including green card applications.
What information do you need from me to search?
We need the full name as registered, date of birth (approximate if unknown), place of birth, and parents' full names including mother's maiden name. Any existing documentation you have is also helpful.
Challenges & Solutions
Common Record Issues
- Records damaged by natural disasters
- Handwriting that's become illegible over time
- Registry offices that no longer exist
- Names recorded with different spellings
- Births registered years after they occurred
Our Expertise
With over a decade of experience, we know:
- Which registry offices to check for each region
- How to search for variant name spellings
- Alternative sources when official records are missing
- The record reconstruction process for damaged documents
- How to navigate Dominican bureaucracy efficiently
Page last updated on 28th September 2025
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