Phone Number: |
1-877-804-5402 |
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E-Mail: |
asktheconsul@usemb.gov.do
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Address: |
Embajada de los Estados Unidos de América
César Nicolás Penson 85A esq. Leopoldo Navarro
Apartado Postal 11302
Santo Domingo, República Dominicana |
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Working Hours: |
Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST |
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Best Contact Method: |
Call them. Although it will cost you $8.00 if calling from the US.
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/iv-contact-e.html |
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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 mail Packet 4 (appointment letter). |
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Issues Packet 4? |
Yes |
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Packet 4 Contents (if known): |
The instructions on the website are nearly identical to the packet that is delivered to Dominican resident. Since the mailing service (INPOSDOM) is not very reliable, you should follow the instructions below and prepare for your upcoming interview before packet arrives.
For K1-K2 Visas
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/k1-k2_instructions.html
For K3-K4 Visas
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/k3-k4_instructions-e.html
Marriage Visas (CR1/IR1)
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/iv-visa_appointment.html
http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/nvc/nvc_1335.html (NVC)
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:
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/iv-required_documents.html
For K1 filers, make sure you bring your 2 Banco Popular receipts, showing payment for Visa. Also, bring $80 on the day of your interview to pay for remainder of Visa balance, and up to $12.50 to pay for visa delivery after approval.
-K1 Fees
Banco Popular Fee: $160us + $15us (processing fee) (2 separate receipts)
Fee to paid day of Interview @ Embassy: $80us
-Cr1/Ir1 Fees
Banco Popular Fee: $15us (1 receipt)
-All Visas- To be paid after visa approval
Domex Fee (to deliver visa): $9.50-$12.00us |
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Other Forms (if any)? |
Follow to Join Procedure
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/follow_to_join_procedures.html
Non-Immigrant Visas (Travel, Student, Business, etc)
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/niv-e.html
New Immigration Fee (Only for Immigrant Visas)
http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=3a2bb75e8109b310VgnVCM100000082ca60aRCRD&vgnextchannel=fe529c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD |
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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 DOMEX courier service. Or you can schedule to pick it up from designated location.
http://www.domex.do/ |
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Is the Medical exam same day as interview? |
Prior to Interview |
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Cost of Medical Exam? |
US $180 for adults, children 15 years and under US $80
Vacinations are extra, 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. |
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List of doctors? |
Medical Exam Offices Website
http://www.consultoriosdevisa.com/index.html
Avenida Independencia 202, Santo Domingo, Dom. Rep.
Tel : (809)682-3951 Fax : (809)686-3047
E-mail : info@consultoriosdevisa.com
Dr. Jordi Brossa, Dr. Angel R. Contreras, Dr. Alfonso Brossa and Dr. Angel B. Contreras
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 |
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How many Passport Photo's Required for the medical? |
3 |
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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 couple 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/precios.htm
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/examination-vaccines-e.html |
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Cheap and good hotels near the Consulate? |
Marriott Courtyard
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sdqcy-courtyard-santo-domingo/
Hotel Barcelo Lina
http://www.barcelo.com/BarceloHotels/en-GB/Hotels/DominicanRepublic/SantoDomingo/Lina/Home.htm
Apartahotel Jardines del Teatro
http://jardinesdelteatrord.com/index.php?lang=english
Hotel La Morada
http://www.hotellamorada.com/ |
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Additional Info? |
Embassy FAQs:
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/iv-faq-e.html
Ask the CONSUL:
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/atc.html
Appointment List (Cita Dates):
http://santodomingo.usembassy.gov/scheduled_appointments.html
Visa Info
http://travel.state.gov/visa/fees/fees_5455.html?cid=8979
After Receiving NOA2
http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/358563-what-to-do-after-receiving-your-noa2/ |
