Free Dominican Republic Citizenship Assessment
Fill out the form below and we’ll review your case, estimate your total cost, and let you know what documents you’ll need.
Why Submit This Form?
If you were born outside the Dominican Republic to at least one Dominican parent, you may qualify for Dominican citizenship by descent. Use this no-obligation form so we can confirm eligibility and send a personalized quote to process your Dominican birth certificate.
- Expert review by specialists in Dominican nationality law
- Personalized cost estimate based on your documents and goals
- Fast response — typically within 1–2 business days
- No payment required to get started
- Service starts at US$495 for cases with complete documentation (Standard Service)
- US$795 for cases requiring complex case management (Complex Service)
Not sure where to begin? Read our introductory guide to Dominican birth transcription or check the documentation checklist & process.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dominican Citizenship by
Descent
How do I apply for Dominican
citizenship by descent?
Complete the assessment form
on this page. We review your eligibility, obtain or
translate required records, and register your foreign birth
with the Dominican civil registry (JCE).
How long does the process take?
Cases with complete documentation
(including clear photos of both sides of your parent's most recent cédula)
typically complete in 5–6 weeks once documents and translations are ready.
Cases referred to the Inspectorate department can take several months.
Record retrievals, apostilles, or corrections can add time—we'll
confirm a tailored timeline after reviewing your form.
What documents do I need to
apply?
Ideally: your apostilled
long-form birth certificate; clear photos of both sides of your Dominican
parent's most recently issued cédula; and your parent's Dominican birth
certificate; and if the parent is deceased, their apostilled death certificate.
Non-Spanish documents require certified translation (we handle this). If you
cannot obtain all documentation, we'll work with you to present
the strongest possible case with what you can provide.
Can you help me get missing
Dominican records?
Yes. We can obtain Dominican
birth, marriage, divorce, and death certificates, including
historical archive searches when needed. We can also help your Dominican
parent obtain their own birth certificate if they need it to get a new cédula.
What is the Inspectorate and how do I avoid it?
The Inspectorate (Inspectoría) is a department
that reviews cases with incomplete documentation or discrepancies. Cases
referred there experience significantly longer processing times (several months)
and typically require an in-person interview. Providing complete documentation
upfront—especially clear photos of both sides of your parent's most recent cédula
and their Dominican birth certificate—helps avoid this referral. However, the
department understands that complete documentation isn't always achievable and
reviews each case on its merits.
Can I apply if my Dominican parent renounced
their citizenship?
This requires careful case-by-case evaluation.
Children born before a parent's renunciation typically retain eligibility, while
those born after may face restrictions depending on the circumstances and timing.
Share your specific situation in the assessment form, and we'll review the
details to advise on your eligibility.
Can I apply if my Dominican parent is deceased
but my grandparent was Dominican?
Yes! We can work with the Transcription Department
to have your parent declared Dominican posthumously. Once this is completed, you
can then apply for your own citizenship by descent. This process requires
additional documentation and steps—contact us through the assessment form to
discuss your specific case.
Do I need a police certificate
(certificate of good conduct)?
Generally no for citizenship
by descent. If a police certificate is needed for later
steps (e.g., cédula or passport), we'll guide you through
it.
Do I need to travel to the
Dominican Republic?
No travel is needed for
citizenship by descent. Later, you will apply for your
cédula and passport in person at the JCE in the DR or at a
Dominican consulate.
What is a Dominican cédula and
when do I get one?
The cédula is the national ID.
After your Dominican birth certificate is issued, apply for
the cédula first, then the passport. You can apply at
Dominican embassies/consulates or in the DR (we can
accompany you in person if desired).
How much does it cost?
We offer two service tiers:
Standard Service (US$495): For cases where you have clear photos of both sides of your Dominican parent's most recently issued plastic cédula. This includes translation of your overseas birth certificate into Spanish, document review, and civil registry filing.
Complex Service (US$795): For cases without a current cédula or with incomplete documentation. This includes comprehensive case management, document investigation, and coordination with Dominican authorities. Cases at this tier almost certainly involve Inspectorate review adding 3–6 months to processing.
Additional costs apply if we must obtain parental records, cédula statements, or apostilles. You'll receive a written estimate after the assessment.
Standard Service (US$495): For cases where you have clear photos of both sides of your Dominican parent's most recently issued plastic cédula. This includes translation of your overseas birth certificate into Spanish, document review, and civil registry filing.
Complex Service (US$795): For cases without a current cédula or with incomplete documentation. This includes comprehensive case management, document investigation, and coordination with Dominican authorities. Cases at this tier almost certainly involve Inspectorate review adding 3–6 months to processing.
Additional costs apply if we must obtain parental records, cédula statements, or apostilles. You'll receive a written estimate after the assessment.
What if my parent only has an old cédula?
If your Dominican parent only has an old-format
cédula (paper or non-plastic), we strongly recommend having them obtain a new
plastic cédula before starting your application. This will qualify you for our
faster, more affordable Standard Service (US$495) rather than Complex Service
(US$795), and helps avoid Inspectorate referral. Even if your parent lives abroad,
Dominican consulates can issue new cédulas. We can help your parent obtain the
documents they need (like their Dominican birth certificate) to get their new cédula.
If you'd like to double-check the paperwork you'll need, see our documentation checklist and FAQs.
Last updated on 2nd January 2026