Phone Number: |
Phone: (809) 567-7775 or (829) 956-5144 (Dominican Republic)
In the U.S. 703-988-3410
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E-Mail: |
support-dominicanrepublic@ustraveldocs.com
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Address: |
Located in the sector of Arroyo Hondo. The address is Av. Republica de Colombia #57, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
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Working Hours: |
Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. |
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Best Contact Method: |
Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/EmbajadaUSASantoDomingo/about/?ref=page_internal
or call.
A free Email option for obtaining the same information:
Send an Email to:
support-dominicanrepublic@ustraveldocs.com
Email Subject Line = Case Inquiry SDO#### (Insert your Case ##)
In Email Body include:
SDO###
Petitioner's Name and Date of Birth and any Email Address on File
Beneficiary's Name and Date of Birth and any Email Address on File |
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Approx Waiting Time for Interview After Consulate Recieves
NVC Package: |
2-4 months (normally)
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Issues Packet 3? |
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Packet 3 Contains: |
The Consular Section DOES NOT mail Packet 3 to applicants, only mails Packet 4 (appointment letter and medical letter).
Be aware that there are 2 appointments.
(1) For VAC (fingerprints, photos and biometrics done)
(2) For your Interview(cita). |
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Issues Packet 4? |
Yes |
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Packet 4 Contents (if known): |
Visa Application Center(VAC):
http://www.ustraveldocs.com/do/do-niv-offsitecollectionservices.asp#VisaApplicationCenterHours
For K1-K2 Visas:
http://www.ustraveldocs.com/do/do-iv-visaapplyinfo.asp
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/family/fiance-k-1.html#7
For K-3 Visas:
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/family/spouse-citizen.html
En Espanol:
https://do.usembassy.gov/es/visas-es/immigrant-visas-es/fiancee-es/
Marriage Visas (CR1/IR1):
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/family/immediate-relative.html
http://www.visajourney.com/examples/NVC_Process_Flowchart_v1-2.pdf |
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Forms to Consulate? |
All immigration forms (see below), supporting evidence, and medical forms should be brought to the embassy. Medical results will be delivered to the Embassy following the exam.
Required documents and Checklist: (download and print)
http://www.visajourney.com/consulates/update.php?ctry=Dominican%20Republic&cty=Santo%20Domingo
All Applicants must pay the full $265us at Banco Popular or ONLINE (ustraveldocs.com)and pay $11 for visa deliver after approval.
-Cr1/Ir1 Fees (additional)
Immigrant Fee ($220) through USCIS
-All Visas- To be paid after visa approval
To deliver visa: $11 USD |
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Other Forms (if any)? |
Non-Immigrant Visas (Travel, Student, Business, etc)
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en.html
Immigration Fee (Only for Immigrant Visas) $220
http://www.uscis.gov/forms/uscis-immigrant-fee
https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/USCIS/Resources/F4en.pdf |
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Direct Consular Filing Offered? |
Yes |
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If DCF Allowed: For all or only US citizen lawfully resident in country?
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Residents_Only |
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Can fiance(e)/spouse attend interview? |
Yes |
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Visa fee payment "same day" or "in advance"? |
Advance |
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Did embassy schedule interview or could you walk-in? |
Embassy Scheduled |
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Visa issued same day? |
No |
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If not what's the waiting period? |
1 - 3 weeks, depending on location. Delivered by courier service. Or you can schedule to pick it up from designated location.
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Is the Medical exam same day as interview? |
Prior to Interview |
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Cost of Medical Exam? |
$275us (15yrs +), $185us (children 14 yrs - 2 yrs), $85us (children under 2yrs)
Vaccinations are extra ($105+)??? , depending on age and vaccines needed.
Cost varies depending on season. See link below for exact prices.
Prices:
http://www.consultoriosdevisa.com/precios.htm
Note:
Children are not examined on Thursdays.
Also only the beneficiary is allowed to go inside the Medical facility. The wait could be several hours, so plan accordingly if you are bringing someone along with you. |
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List of doctors? |
Medical Exam Offices Websites (2 different medical offices can be chosen)
1) Consultorious De Visa Open 6:30a-11a
http://www.consultoriosdevisa.com/
infousa@consultoriousdevisa.com (email)
Avenida Independencia No. 254, Sector Gazcue, Santo Domingo
809-685-1587 / 809-689-1429 / 809-689-2488 Infousa@consultoriosdevisa.com
Dr. Jordi Brossa, Dr. Angel R. Contreras, Dr. Alfonso Brossa and Dr. Angel B. Contreras
2) Servicios Medicos Consulares
(809)533-2200. info@smc.net.do
located in Santo Domingo, on Calle Bohechio # 17, Sector Bella Vista
Please check CONSULTORIO DE VISAS'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL....THEY OFFER 3 EXPLANATION VIDEOS ..VIDEO 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION, VIDEO 2 STEPS OF THE MEDICAL DAY, VIDEO 3 DESCRIPTION OF THE BUILDING..
http://www.youtube.com/user/ConsultoriosDeVisa
*You DO NOT NEED to take passport pictures to your Medical Appt. They will do it there for you.
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How many Passport Photo's Required for the medical? |
1 |
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How many Passport Photo's Required at the interview? |
2 |
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Estimated waiting time at the consulate on the day of interview? |
Time varies. Most couples are out in 2 - 5 hours. |
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Vaccination requirements? |
If you are applying for a K or V visa, vaccines are optional. However, it is often more convenient if you are vaccinated while still in the Dominican Republic.
Prices:
http://www.consultoriosdevisa.com/requisitos-tarifas/
http://www.ustraveldocs.com/do/do-iv-visaapplyinfo.asp#MedicalRequirements |
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Cheap and good hotels near the Consulate? |
MICRO HOTEL Suites & Condo (about 5 minutes by car from the New Embassy)
Av. Republica de colombia No.10 | Altos de Arroyo Hondo, Santo Domingo 10506, Dominican Republic
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g147289-d1443127-Reviews-Micro_Hotel_suites_condo-Santo_Domingo_Santo_Domingo_Province_Dominican_Republic.html
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Additional Info? |
Visa Process FAQs:
http://www.ustraveldocs.com/do/do-gen-faq.asp
Scheduled Appointment List (Cita Dates): - On the Right Side of the page
https://do.usembassy.gov/visas/immigrant-visas/
Visa Info
http://travel.state.gov/visa/fees/fees_5455.html?cid=8979
After Receiving NOA2:
http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/Dominican_Republic:_After_Receiving_the_NOA2
Check Visa/Case Status once it is at the NVC or Embassy:
https://ceac.state.gov/CEACStatTracker/Status.aspx?
Track Your Visa Delivery:
http://www.ustraveldocs.com/do/do-niv-passporttrack.asp |
