Dominican Dual Citizenship
Yes, The Dominican Republic Allows Dual Citizenship
When you obtain Dominican citizenship through your Dominican parent, you keep your current nationality. The Dominican Republic fully recognizes dual citizenship—you do not need to renounce your US, Canadian, European, or other passport.
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What dual citizenship means for you:
- Hold both your current passport and a Dominican passport
- Live and work freely in the Dominican Republic
- Maintain all rights in your country of birth
- Pass Dominican citizenship to your children
Who Can Get Dominican Dual Citizenship?
If you were born outside the Dominican Republic to at least one Dominican parent, you can obtain Dominican citizenship while keeping your current nationality.
Key facts:
- Your birth location doesn't matter (USA, Canada, UK, Spain, Germany, France, Italy, anywhere)
- Both Dominican mothers and fathers can transmit citizenship equally
- Your parents' marital status is irrelevant
- Even if your Dominican parent is deceased, you can still apply
- Even if you have no contact with your Dominican parent, you can still apply
Want to confirm eligibility? Learn about Dominican citizenship by descent →
Countries That Allow Dual Citizenship with the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic permits dual citizenship, and most major countries also recognize it:
✓ Countries that allow dual citizenship with Dominican Republic:
- United States — You can hold both US and Dominican passports
- Canada — Dual citizenship fully recognized
- United Kingdom — Multiple citizenships allowed
- Spain — Dual citizenship allowed for Latin American countries
- France — Multiple nationalities permitted
- Italy — Dual citizenship allowed
- Germany — Allowed under certain circumstances
- Most other countries — Many nations worldwide permit dual citizenship
Important: While the Dominican Republic allows dual citizenship, you should confirm that your other country of citizenship also permits it. The vast majority of Western nations do. For more on Dominican citizenship types and requirements, see our complete citizenship and nationality guide.
How to Get Dominican Dual Citizenship
The process is called birth transcription—registering your foreign birth in the Dominican civil registry to obtain your Dominican birth certificate. Here's how it works:
- Confirm eligibility — At least one parent must be Dominican
- Gather documents — Your birth certificate with apostille + Dominican parent's cédula photos
- Submit for transcription — We register your birth with the Dominican civil registry
- Receive birth certificates — You get two original Dominican birth certificates with apostille
- Apply for cédula & passport — Use your Dominican birth certificate to get your ID card and passport
Timeline: With complete documentation, approximately 5-6 weeks. Cases with incomplete documentation may take 3-6 months or longer.
Cost: Standard Service US$495 (with current plastic cédula) or Complex Service US$795 (without current cédula).
For complete details: See our full documentation and process guide →
Benefits of Dominican Dual Citizenship
Residence & Work Rights
- Live in the Dominican Republic without visa restrictions
- Work without employment permits
- Study at Dominican universities as a national
Travel Benefits
- Use Dominican passport for international travel
- Entry/exit flexibility in both countries
Family & Legacy
- Pass Dominican citizenship to your children automatically
- Maintain family connections and cultural heritage
- Access to social services and healthcare in DR
Frequently Asked Questions About Dominican Dual Citizenship
Does the Dominican Republic allow dual citizenship?
Yes. The Dominican Republic fully recognizes dual citizenship. You can hold Dominican citizenship along with your current nationality (US, Canadian, European, or any other) without needing to renounce either one.
Can I hold dual citizenship with the Dominican Republic and the United States?
Yes. Both the United States and the Dominican Republic recognize dual citizenship. You can hold both a US passport and a Dominican passport simultaneously. Many of our clients successfully maintain both citizenships.
Do I need to renounce my current citizenship to get Dominican citizenship?
No. The Dominican Republic does not require you to renounce your current citizenship when obtaining Dominican citizenship through your parent. You keep both nationalities. However, confirm that your other country also permits dual citizenship (most Western nations do).
Which countries allow dual citizenship with the Dominican Republic?
Most countries permit dual citizenship with the Dominican Republic, including the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain (for Latin American countries), and many others. Germany allows it under certain circumstances. Check your country's specific rules to confirm.
Can my children get Dominican citizenship if I have dual citizenship?
Yes. Once you obtain Dominican citizenship, your children automatically qualify for Dominican citizenship by descent through you, regardless of where they were born. They can also maintain any other citizenship they hold.
What are the benefits of Dominican dual citizenship?
With dual citizenship, you can live and work in the Dominican Republic without restrictions, own property with full rights, pass citizenship to your children, access CARICOM travel benefits, and maintain all your current citizenship rights. You get the best of both worlds.
Will getting Dominican citizenship affect my US citizenship?
No. The United States recognizes dual citizenship. Obtaining Dominican citizenship through your Dominican parent does not affect your US citizenship status. You can hold both passports and enjoy the rights of both countries.
How do I prove I have Dominican dual citizenship?
After completing the birth transcription process, you receive a Dominican birth certificate. You then use this to apply for your Dominican cédula (national ID) and passport. These documents prove your Dominican citizenship. You simply carry both passports when traveling.