Dominican Republic Public Records Search & Retrieval
Dominican public records such as birth records, divorce filings, adoption documents, property titles, and more
Dominican Public Records We Specialize In
Our team has extensive experience locating various types of Dominican public records:
- Vital Records: Birth, marriage, death, and divorce records from 1800s to present
- Legal Documents: Court proceedings, property titles, and adoption records
- Historical Archives: Church baptism records, old cédula statements, and immigration documents
- Specialized Records: Criminal background checks, nationality certificates, non-nationality certificates and autopsy reports
Whether you need recent documents or historical records for genealogy research, we have the expertise and access to find them.
We are the # 1 online private source for Dominican public records, just contact us if you need any of the following, or if you already know what you need, you can fill out our online order forms and make secure online payment with PayPal.
Additional Dominican Public Records We Can Retrieve
Beyond the most common birth, marriage, divorce, and death records, we can also assist with a wide variety of official Dominican documents:
Legal and Civil Records
- Good-Conduct Certificates
Also known as police clearance or criminal background checks. - Divorce Records
Many clients divorced in the 1970s or 1980s under the quick-divorce law. We search both:- The original divorce judgment from the family court
- The registry pronouncement confirming the marriage was legally ended
- Dominican Marriage Records
Including church and civil marriages, for legal, visa, or pension verification.
Citizenship, Nationality & Immigration
- Dominican Citizenship by Descent
For individuals born abroad with at least one Dominican parent. - Certificates of Nationality
Primarily for naturalized Dominicans renewing their Dominican passport. - Certificates of Non-Nationality
Often required to prove that a non-Dominican (e.g. Spanish or Italian citizen) never naturalized while living in the DR.
Property and Notarial Records
- Property and Land Title Records
Title certifications, historic ownership documents, and registration filings.
Identity and Historical Records
- Old Cédula Statements
Useful in tracing old ID numbers or reconstructing identity details from the past. Contact us. - Dominican Immigration Records
Historical immigration documents and naturalization records for genealogical and legal research.
Religious and Archival Records
- Church Records
Baptism certificates, confirmations, and marriage entries held by local parishes or the Archbishopric in Santo Domingo. - Single-Status Certificates
Known locally as “Certificado de No Casado,” often required to marry abroad. - Academic Diplomas
Issued by Dominican high schools and universities.
Special Cases
- Autopsy Reports
Required by Dominican law for all foreigners who die while in the country. - Adoption Records
These are confidential and often complex to obtain — we guide clients through the legal process. Contact us.
- Dominican autopsy report
- Dominican baptism certificate
- Dominican birth certificate
- Dominican certificate of nationality
- Dominican certificate of no nationality
- Dominican criminal background check
- Dominican death certificate
- Dominican divorce records
- Dominican dual citizenship/nationality
- Dominican marriage certificate
- Dominican single-status certificates
- Dominican title statements
Frequently Asked Questions about Dominican Public Records
How far back can you find Dominican records?
We can typically locate records from the early 1800s, and sometimes even earlier, depending on the location and record type. Older records are often found in church archives.
Can I get a Dominican birth record if I don't have the certificate?
Yes. Even if the certificate was never issued or has been lost, we can often locate the original birth record entry in the official civil registry books. This handwritten entry can often be used to request a new certificate.
What if the record no longer exists or wasn't archived?
Since 1944, all Dominican civil registry offices have been required to maintain two identical handwritten ledgers with the same marriage, birth records etc. If the local copy was lost (e.g., due to fire or neglect), we check the duplicate stored in the Central Registry Office. If both are missing, we may still be able to apply to have the record restored based on supporting documents.
What if my family member's name is spelled differently in the record?
Misspellings are common. Some errors stem from digitization; these can usually be corrected easily. Others may appear in the original handwritten ledger. These can often be resolved through an administrative correction, which we can assist you with.
Can I request someone else's record?
In most cases, yes — especially if it's for legal, genealogical, or academic purposes. Most Dominican civil and court records are considered public, though some exceptions apply.
Will my fiancé know if I search their records to verify their marital status?
No, because these are public records. Your search will not trigger any notifications or alerts to the person whose records are being searched.
Do I need an apostille or embassy legalization?
It depends on where you'll be using the document. For the U.S., Canada, South America, and most of Europe, an apostille is sufficient. For Germany, Austria, and parts of Asia and Africa, embassy legalization may be required.
How much does expedited service cost?
We treat all cases urgently and with care. However, we do offer UPS Express shipping for an additional fee. Details are available on our order form.
Can you help if previous attempts to obtain records failed?
Yes. Clients often come to us after lawyers or agencies failed. Thanks to our experience and relationships with Dominican institutions, we frequently succeed where others could not.
Where are Dominican public records stored?
We search a variety of institutions depending on the record type:
- Civil registry offices: For births, marriages, deaths, and finalized divorces, especially since 1944.
- Courthouses: For original divorce decrees and judicial proceedings, especially those not yet digitized.
- Church archives: Particularly the Archdiocese in Santo Domingo for records predating civil registration.
- Restoration Department (JCE): Where damaged or aging registry books are repaired and preserved.
- Old Cédula Office: For historical ID records. We sometimes find copies of old birth certificates here that help us locate or reconstruct missing civil records.
- General Archive of the Nation: Holds historical documents and newspapers that help us locate leads, such as divorce announcements in old publications.
