Destination weddings in Punta Cana and elsewhere, residence, and property purchases are the main reasons U.S. documents go to the Dominican Republic, which has accepted apostilles since 2009.
Couples marrying there need apostilled birth certificates and a single status affidavit, and two adult witnesses who are not relatives. Translation into Spanish is usually done in the Dominican Republic.
At a glance
Why U.S. documents go to the Dominican Republic
| Purpose | Documents usually apostilled |
|---|---|
| Marriage | Birth certificate, single status affidavit |
| Residence | Birth certificate, FBI check, income proof |
| Property | Power of attorney |
Translation
Spanish translation, usually by a judicial interpreter in the Dominican Republic. Translate after the apostille, so it is translated too. See translation requirements.
Things worth knowing
- Two witnesses over 18, not related to you, must attend a civil wedding.
- State or federal? A document issued by a state or county, or notarized, is apostilled by that state. One issued by a federal agency, such as an FBI check, by the U.S. Department of State.
How it works
Step 1
Tell us the documents
And what they are for in the Dominican Republic.
Step 2
We check each one
Certified, notarized where needed, and recent enough.
Step 3
State and federal apostilles
Together, in one order.
Step 4
Back to you
Ready to translate and submit in the Dominican Republic.
Apostille for the Dominican Republic: common questions
Does the Dominican Republic accept apostilles?
Yes. The Dominican Republic has been a party to the Hague Apostille Convention since 30 August 2009, so a U.S. apostille is all the certification it needs. No embassy step is involved.
Do I need a translation for the Dominican Republic?
Spanish translation, usually by a judicial interpreter in the Dominican Republic.
Who apostilles my document?
The state that issued it, or where it was notarized. Federal documents such as an FBI check go to the U.S. Department of State. See apostille by state.
Official sources
Requirements, fees and processing times are set by the authorities below and can change without notice. Verify anything time-critical directly with them.
HCCH Apostille Convention status table
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Related: Marriage abroad · Single status affidavit · Country checker