The immigrant visa unit has resumed limited operations and is currently processing all classes of visas; however, the wait time is longer than in the past. Applicants can avoid additional delays by being prepared for their interview with all the necessary documents. Applicants are responsible for monitoring their email for updates and for scheduling purposes; ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 14 June, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Immigrant Visas, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Consular section, Immigrant Visa, Visas
There is no discrimination in visa applications on the basis of race, gender, color, religion or sexual orientation. Every applicant, regardless of sexual orientation, must demonstrate they qualify for the visa and are going to use it in the correct manner. However, certain visa classes do require a legal marriage to demonstrate a qualifying relationship ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 7 June, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Embassy, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Visa interview, Visas
The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo is still not processing routine B1/B2 visas. The Embassy remains closed for routine tourist visa in-person interviews. We continue to provide all U.S. citizen services and most immigrant visa services. We are also prioritizing student visas, work and petition-based visas, as well as cultural exchanges and Summer Work Travel ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 24 May, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Non Immigrant Visas, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Non-Immigrant Visa, Visa interview, Visas
In the U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo we are continuously looking for ways to serve you better. With this in mind, we have established a new way to contact us, which allows us to respond to your questions in a faster and more direct way. By following the instructions and providing detailed information, we can ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 10 May, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Immigrant Visas, Non Immigrant Visas, Travel & Tourism, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Immigrant Visa, Non-Immigrant Visa, Visas
Sharing information and photos with people online is not just a way to communicate and express yourself, but it is also a personal vulnerability. Protecting your personal data and identity is important. Information like your full name, date of birth, country of birth, and more reveals a lot of information about your identity and when ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 3 May, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Non Immigrant Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Fraud Prevention, Visas
How long will it take to get an appointment? We do not have an exact timeline as every case is different. We are attempting to schedule as many interviews as we can while following Dominican, CDC, and State department guidelines on proper precautions and COVID-19 safety measures. We understand the frustration of applicants who have ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 5 April, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Embassy, Immigrant Visas, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Visas
The nonimmigrant visa unit of the US Embassy in Santo Domingo remains closed for routine visa services. Notwithstanding, in an effort to continue providing the Dominican public with as many services as circumstances permit, the Department of State is pleased to announce the following change to our nonimmigrant visa processing: Secretary Blinken, in consultation with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Embassy, Non Immigrant Visas, Travel & Tourism, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Non-Immigrant Visa, Visa interview, Visas
The Immigrant Visa Unit has resumed limited immigrant visa operations. While the appointment availability remains restricted by public health conditions, the Immigrant Visa Unit is currently scheduling visa appointments on a very limited basis in the following categories: Adoptions: appointments for adopted children of U.S. Citizens Spouses, children and parents of U.S. Citizens Fiancées of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Embassy, Immigrant Visas, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Visa interview, Visas
The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo is providing limited visa processing as local conditions allow. Routine tourist visa appointments remain suspended at this time, and only cases that meet the requirements for emergency processing or are eligible for interview waiver are being scheduled. If applicants have an urgent need for travel, they may request an ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 1 March, 2021 | Topics: Business, Consular Affairs, Embassy, Non Immigrant Visas, Travel & Tourism, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Non-Immigrant Visa, Visa Application Center, Visa interview, Visas
Even though the Consular Section of the US Embassy remains closed for routine services, we frequently receive questions on who to contact for specific questions and situations. We hope the following resources may be of help: Visa applicants with emergency cases may write to support-dominicanrepublic@ustraveldocs.com or call 1-829-956-5144 U.S. lawful permanent residents whose green cards ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 22 February, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, Immigrant Visas, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Non Immigrant Visas, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Dominican Republic, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Consular section, Non-Immigrant Visa, U.S. Citizens, U.S. Passports, Visa Application Center, Visas
The consular section is still closed for routine services and we have not yet determined when we will resume normal operations. We are receiving many inquiries daily and many people are unsure of who to contact with their questions and issues. Before reaching out, please visit both the VAC website:
https://www.ustraveldocs.com/do_es/index.html and our website:
https://do.usembassy.gov/es/ for the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 23 November, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Embassy, Emergency Services, Family Immigration, Immigrant Visas, Non Immigrant Visas, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Ask the Consul, Consular section, U.S. Citizens, Visa Application Center, Visas
Many residents of Santo Domingo know where the United States Embassy is, and where to apply for a visa. But have you heard of the Visa Application Center (the “VAC”)? All applicants for Immigrant Visas must first visit the VAC prior to their interviews at the embassy. The VAC is located in Galleria 360 mall ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 12 June, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Visas | Tags: Ask the Consul, Visas
In the previous Ask the Consul articles we discussed how to find visa information at
do.usembassy.gov , how to complete a non-immigrant visa application (DS-160) at
https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/ , and how to use
www.ustraveldocs.com to create a profile, make a payment and schedule your appointment. By following the prompts online, you’ll be informed whether you need to make an ...
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By U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo | 6 March, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Non Immigrant Visas, Visas | Tags: Visas
