Dominican Republic•North AmericaTemporary Worker Permit (PTT)
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Non-resident permit for foreign workers with documented employment contracts. Valid 1 year, renewable for 1 additional year. Allows legal employment in Dominican Republic.
The Temporary Worker Permit (PTT) is for foreign nationals with documented employment in Dominican Republic. It allows legal work for up to 2 years total with annual renewals. The employer must be legally registered in the country.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
18 months months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 18 months validity
Birth certificate
Apostilled, legalized or inextense
Passport photos
Recent, 2x2 size, without jewelry or accessories
Criminal record certificate
From country of origin or last 5 years residence, for renewal only
OptionalMedical certificate
From authorized physician, for renewal only
OptionalWork certification
Confirming contract continuation, for renewal
OptionalSponsor Documents
Temporary Worker Visa (VTT)
Approved visa for temporary worker
Authenticated employment contract
Signed and legalized contract
Company documents
Proof of legal business registration
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Advantages
- Legal work authorization
- Renewable for second year
- Allows family as dependents
- 2-3 month processing time
- No visa fee
Considerations
- Limited to 2 years maximum
- Requires employment contract
- Processing takes 2-3 months
- Not a pathway to permanent residency
- Employer-dependent
Application Process
Obtain employment contract
Legal employment contract from registered Dominican company
Company registration
Employer must be legally constituted in Dominican Republic
Prepare documents
Gather all required documentation
Submit application
Apply at General Directorate of Migration
Processing
Application reviewed by migration authorities
Receive permit
PTT issued for 1 year
Application Forms
PTT Application Form
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