Dominican Republic•North AmericaRentista (Investment Income) Residence Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residency visa for individuals with passive foreign investment income of minimum USD 2,000 monthly. Valid 1 year initially, then 4-year renewals. Pathway to permanent residency and citizenship.
The Rentista (Investment Income) Residence Visa is for individuals with regular passive income from foreign investments. Income sources include dividends, annuities, rental income, and similar passive revenue streams. Employment or self-employment income does not qualify.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
24,000 USD
per year
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With 6+ months validity
Bank statements
Showing USD 2,000+ monthly passive income deposits
Income source documentation
Dividend statements, rental agreements, investment account statements
Criminal record certificate
From country of origin, authenticated
Medical examination
Health certificate from authorized physician
OptionalProof of accommodation
Rental contract or property ownership in Dominican Republic
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Advantages
- No employment required
- Passive income acceptable
- Family dependents allowed
- Pathway to citizenship
- Renewable indefinitely
- Multiple income source types accepted
Considerations
- Requires USD 2,000+ monthly income
- Income must be passive (not employment)
- Must maintain income source verification
- Additional cost per dependent (USD 250/month)
- Processing takes 60-90 days
Application Process
Document passive income
Gather proof of USD 2,000+ monthly passive income from foreign sources
Apply at consulate
Submit application at Dominican embassy/consulate
Submit income verification
Provide bank statements, dividend statements, or rental income documentation
Processing
Application reviewed by migration authorities
Receive residency visa
Visa issued for initial 1-year period
Enter Dominican Republic
Travel with visa
Renew for 4 years
After initial year, renewal valid for 4-year periods
Application Forms
Rentista Residence Application
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