Dominican Citizenship Through Parents
Born abroad to a Dominican parent? Get dual citizenship through our remote service. No consulate visits. From US$495
Why Claim Dominican Citizenship Through Your Parents?
We work directly with the Dominican civil registry to secure your Dominican long-form birth certificate — the essential first step before you apply for your cédula and Dominican passport.
This service is for anyone born outside the Dominican Republic to a Dominican mother or father (and in some cases, through a Dominican grandparent), even if your Dominican parent is deceased or your documents are not in Spanish.
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"Steve got my Dominican citizenship through my father without me traveling to the Dominican Republic. I have my apostilled birth certificates! This was efficient and he kept me informed every step. Truly couldn't recommend him enough!" — IM, Verified Client, September 2025
- Live, work, and study in the Dominican Republic
- Qualify through grandparents (even if your parent was born abroad)
- Dual citizenship — keep your current nationality
- Complete the process remotely — no consulate visits
- Pass citizenship to your children
Who Qualifies for Dominican Citizenship Through Parents?
- You were born outside the Dominican Republic, and
- At least one of your parents is a Dominican citizen
Born Abroad to a Dominican Mother or Father
If you were born outside the Dominican Republic to a Dominican mother or father, you probably qualify to claim Dominican citizenship through your parent. Dominican mothers and Dominican fathers transmit citizenship equally under Dominican nationality law.
It does not matter where you were born, whether you are currently in contact with your Dominican parent, or whether your parent is deceased. These are common situations and do not automatically prevent eligibility.
For background on Dominican nationality categories, see our complete guide to Dominican citizenship and nationality.
🎯 BREAKTHROUGH: Grandparent Citizenship Now Available
We can now handle cases where your parent was born abroad but your grandparent was Dominican.
How it works:
- We first obtain Dominican citizenship for your deceased parent posthumously
- Once your parent has a Dominican birth certificate, we proceed with your own citizenship application
This opens the door for thousands of people who previously thought they didn't qualify. If you have a Dominican grandparent, check your eligibility now.
Dominican Citizenship and Dual Nationality
The Dominican Republic recognizes dual citizenship. When you obtain Dominican citizenship through your parents, you do not need to renounce your current nationality.
This means you can hold both passports, maintain your rights in your country of birth, and pass Dominican citizenship to your children.
Questions about dual citizenship? Learn how Dominican dual citizenship works with your country →
What We Do for You
We register your foreign birth in the Dominican civil registry and obtain your official Dominican birth certificate. Once you have your Dominican birth certificate, you can apply for your cédula and passport either in the Dominican Republic or at a Dominican consulate.
We serve clients throughout the United States (including New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, and all 50 states), Canada, Europe, and worldwide. The entire process can be completed remotely.
Ready to start? Get your free eligibility assessment →
Need the document checklist and full process details? See complete document requirements and process →
The Key Question: What Type of Cédula Does Your Dominican Parent Have?
The type of cédula your Dominican parent has (or does not have) often determines whether your case follows a faster standard route or a more complex route.
✓ Fast-track route
If you have clear photos of both sides of your parent's most recently issued plastic cédula, your case is usually straightforward.
- Typically handled directly through the transcription channel
- Clear documentation reduces delays and follow-up requests
- You will still need your long-form birth certificate with apostille
✗ More complex route
If your parent never had a cédula, only has an old-format cédula, or documentation is incomplete, the case typically requires more review and more coordination.
- Additional verification may be required by Dominican authorities
- We manage the case, assist with missing records, and keep the process moving
- Outcome: your Dominican birth certificate(s), ready for your cédula/passport step
💡 Can your parent obtain a new plastic cédula first?
If your parent only has an old-format cédula, it may be possible to help them obtain a newer plastic cédula before you begin your own case. This can reduce complexity and avoid unnecessary delays.
This single step could save you:
- ✓ $300 in service fees ($495 vs $795)
- ✓ 3-6 months of processing time
- ✓ Requirement for Dominican relatives to be interviewed
- ✓ Uncertainty about outcome
Even if your parent lives abroad, Dominican consulates can issue cédulas in many situations. We can advise which Dominican documents your parent will need.
Want the full detail on documents, review pathways, and the complete process? See our documentation and process guide →
Next Steps: Check Your Eligibility
To confirm which route applies to your case, please complete our short eligibility assessment. We will review your situation and reply with clear next steps.
Last updated February 2026