Dominican Republic Independent Means Visas

The Dominican Republic offers two types of income-based visas:

• Rentista
• Jubilado

The permit is valid for four years and can be renewed indefinitely as long as the individual continues to meet the terms. Already after 2 years, however, the individual is eligible to apply for citizenship.

To qualify for residency in the Rentista category:
Applicants must prove a monthly, passive-form income from a foreign source of at least US$2,000, as well as an additional income of US$250 per dependent. Applicants must receive this in a local bank account.

The income may take the form of dividends, annuities, rental income, and similar regularized passive revenue. Income from employment or self-employment does not qualify.

To qualify for residency under the Pensionado category:
Applicants must prove a monthly retirement pension from a foreign government or other recognized institution, a private company, or a bank amounting to at least US$1,500, as well as an additional US$250 per dependent.