Dominican Republic Embassy in The Hague

Embassy of Dominican Republic in The Hague, Netherlands

EmbassyDominican RepublicThe HagueNetherlands

Overview

The Embassy of the Dominican Republic to the Kingdom of the Netherlands serves as the diplomatic mission representing Dominican interests in the Netherlands and managing important bilateral relations with unique Caribbean dimensions. Located in The Hague at Benoordenhoutseweg 23 in the international city that serves as the seat of Dutch government and hosts numerous international courts and organizations, the embassy operates in one of the world's most important diplomatic centers. The relationship between the Dominican Republic and the Netherlands carries special significance due to geographic and historical connections in the Caribbean region. The Kingdom of the Netherlands includes Caribbean territories (Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, and the Caribbean Netherlands islands of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba) located near the Dominican Republic, creating regional interests in Caribbean development, disaster preparedness, migration, security, and environmental protection. The Netherlands is an important European partner for the Dominican Republic in trade (particularly as a gateway to European markets through Rotterdam port), development cooperation, water management expertise (highly relevant for coastal and delta communities), sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, and tourism. Dutch tourists visit the Dominican Republic for Caribbean beach vacations, and the embassy works to strengthen economic and cultural ties between European Netherlands and the Caribbean region. The Hague hosts international courts including the International Court of Justice, making it strategically important for Dominican multilateral diplomacy.
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Visa Services

The embassy processes visa applications for Dutch citizens and legal residents of the Netherlands planning to visit or relocate to the Dominican Republic. Dutch citizens can enter the Dominican Republic visa-free for tourism stays up to 30 days with only a tourist card (approximately USD 10 or EUR 10) purchased upon arrival at Dominican airports. However, the embassy provides visa services for extended stays, work permits, residency applications, and special purposes. Visa categories handled include tourist visas for stays exceeding 30 days, business visas for commercial activities and professional meetings, work visas for Dutch citizens seeking employment in the Dominican Republic, student visas for academic programs, residency applications for Dutch nationals planning to live in the Dominican Republic (Dutch retirees and lifestyle migrants attracted by Caribbean climate and coastal living), investor visas, and family reunification permits. The Dominican Republic offers investment opportunities in tourism development, renewable energy, real estate, and free trade zone manufacturing. Visa applications typically require completed application form, valid passport with minimum 6 months validity and blank visa pages, recent passport photographs, confirmed travel arrangements, proof of financial means, accommodation confirmation, and purpose-specific documentation (work contract, university admission, property purchase documents, business registration, marriage certificate, etc.). Processing times vary by visa type. The embassy can provide information about Dominican residency programs, investment opportunities, and requirements for Dutch nationals planning extended stays. Contact embadompaisesbajos@mirex.gob.do to confirm current visa requirements and application procedures.
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Consular Services

The embassy provides comprehensive consular services to Dominican citizens residing in or visiting the Netherlands. Services include passport renewals and new passport issuance, national identity card (cédula) processing, birth registration for children born in the Netherlands to Dominican parents, civil status registration including marriages and deaths, document legalization and apostille services for documents intended for use in the Dominican Republic or the Netherlands, notarial services including affidavits and powers of attorney, consular registration for Dominican nationals living in the Netherlands, and emergency consular assistance for Dominican citizens in distress. The Dominican community in the Netherlands includes students at Dutch universities, professionals working in international organizations and businesses, entrepreneurs, and families. Some Dominicans in the Netherlands maintain connections to Caribbean parts of the Kingdom (Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten) where Spanish and Caribbean cultural affinities create regional ties. Dutch citizens can obtain document authentication services for papers intended for use in the Dominican Republic, travel information for visiting the Caribbean, and assistance with visa applications for extended stays or residency. The embassy also facilitates connections between Dominican nationals and the Caribbean territories of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Consular services operate Monday-Friday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM by appointment. Contact embadompaisesbajos@mirex.gob.do to schedule appointments and confirm document requirements.
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Business Support

The embassy actively promotes bilateral trade and investment between the Dominican Republic and the Netherlands, leveraging Dutch expertise in key sectors aligned with Dominican development priorities. The Netherlands is an important European trading partner, particularly as a gateway to European markets through Rotterdam, one of the world's largest and most efficient ports handling Caribbean exports to Europe. Dutch companies bring expertise in water management and coastal engineering (highly relevant for the Dominican Republic's extensive coastline, coastal tourism infrastructure, and climate adaptation needs), sustainable agriculture and greenhouse technology, renewable energy (particularly offshore wind and solar power), port infrastructure and logistics, dairy and food processing, and financial services. The embassy facilitates business connections, provides market intelligence about investment opportunities, assists Dutch companies exploring Dominican markets, supports Dominican exporters seeking access to European markets through Dutch ports and distribution networks, coordinates trade missions and business delegations, and works with chambers of commerce and business associations. Key sectors of mutual interest include sustainable tourism development (Dutch expertise in sustainable destination management and coastal protection), water management (Dutch world-leading expertise in flood protection, water treatment, and coastal resilience applicable to Caribbean contexts), renewable energy (Dutch companies developing wind and solar projects), agriculture and food technology (greenhouse systems, efficient irrigation, organic production), port development and logistics (improving Dominican port efficiency using Rotterdam expertise), and dairy products (potential for Dutch dairy technology transfer). The embassy promotes Dominican exports to European markets including organic cacao, coffee, tropical fruits, rum, and cigars, with Rotterdam serving as an important entry point. The Dominican Republic's free trade zones and strategic location attract Dutch companies seeking Western Hemisphere manufacturing and distribution operations.
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Cultural & Educational Programs

Cultural diplomacy strengthens ties between the Dominican Republic and the Netherlands, with particular emphasis on Caribbean connections. The embassy promotes Dominican music, arts, dance, and cultural heritage in the Netherlands, introducing Dutch audiences to Caribbean culture. Merengue and bachata music (both UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage), Dominican visual arts, literature, and culinary traditions provide cultural exchange opportunities. The embassy organizes and supports cultural events, musical performances, art exhibitions showcasing Caribbean creativity, film screenings, and gastronomic presentations. Independence Day celebrations (February 27), restoration of independence festivities (August 16), and other national observances bring together the Dominican community in the Netherlands. The embassy facilitates visits by Dominican artists, musicians, writers, and cultural practitioners, and supports collaborations between Dutch and Dominican cultural institutions. The Caribbean dimension adds unique aspects, with potential connections to Dutch Caribbean territories (Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten) where Spanish-speaking communities and cultural exchange exist. Educational exchange programs connect Dominican and Dutch students, with scholarship opportunities and academic partnerships between universities. Dutch universities attract international students with strong programs in water management, agriculture, international law, development studies, and engineering—fields relevant to Dominican development priorities. The embassy promotes educational cooperation, scholarship programs, research collaborations on Caribbean development and climate adaptation, and student exchange. Dutch language and culture programs in the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom create interesting multilingual and multicultural connections.
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Special Notes

Located at Benoordenhoutseweg 23, 3rd Floor, 2596BA The Hague, Netherlands. Contact: Phone +31 70 331 7553, Fax +31 70 404 9890, Diplomatic Email embadompaisesbajos@mirex.gob.do, Institutional Email correoinstitucional@mirex.gob.do, Website nld.mirex.gob.do. Office hours Monday-Friday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Appointments required for all services. Social media: Twitter @embajadomnl, @rdenpaisesbajos, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube. The Hague serves as the seat of Dutch government, hosts the royal residence, and is home to international courts including the International Court of Justice, International Criminal Court, and Permanent Court of Arbitration, making it one of the world's most important diplomatic and legal centers. The embassy is located in the diplomatic quarter near other embassies and international organizations. Dutch citizens planning travel to the Dominican Republic should note that visa-free entry is available for stays up to 30 days with tourist card (approximately EUR 10) purchased upon arrival at Dominican airports. Direct flights connect Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Santo Domingo and Punta Cana, and many Dutch travelers also visit the Dominican Republic via connections through Caribbean Netherlands territories. The Dominican Republic is a popular destination for Dutch tourists seeking Caribbean beaches, water sports, and tropical climate. The Netherlands and Dominican Republic cooperate on Caribbean regional issues including sustainable development, climate adaptation, hurricane preparedness, and maritime security. The embassy is closed on both Dominican and Dutch public holidays. For all consular and visa services, advance appointments are required. The embassy maintains active social media presence for public engagement and updates. Source: Official embassy website (nld.mirex.gob.do).
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