Home | Embassy of the United States Dominican Republic

President Obama's State of the Union Address

President Obama: "The renewal of American leadership can be felt across the globe. Our oldest alliances in Europe and Asia are stronger than ever. Our ties to the Americas are deeper".
Fulbright Alumni help clean dominican beach

The Dominican Association of Fulbright Alumni held a cleanup day at the beach shores of Fuerte San Gil, located in the city of Santo Domingo, National District, on Sunday January 15.
Ambassador Yzaguirre in Puerto Plata

U.S. Ambassador Raul Yzaguirre, delivered a speech on the "Challenges and Opportunities for the Puerto Plata Tourism Industry" to members of the American Chamber of Commerce of the northern city.

Headlines

View Feed

Contact

Emergency Contact Information

See our information page
Alert

Cholera Information

Frequently Asked Questions
Education

Scholarship Opportunities in the U.S.

More News

Tara D. Sonenshine Sworn in as Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs

Tara D. Sonenshine was sworn-in as Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs on April 5, 2012. She will serve as the Department’s senior public diplomacy official, overseeing the bureaus of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Public Affairs, and International Information Programs, and participates in foreign policy development. As Under Secretary, she leads America's public diplomacy outreach, which includes communications with international audiences, cultural programming, academic grants, educational exchanges, international visitor programs, and U.S. Government efforts to confront ideological support for terrorism. President Obama nominated Ms. Sonenshine on November 8, 2011. The Senate confirmed her appointment on March 29, 2012
Visa Processing Fees to Change on April 13, 2012

Effective April 13, 2012, the Department of State will adjust visa processing fees. The fees for most nonimmigrant visa applications and Border Crossing Cards will increase, while all immigrant visa processing fees will decrease.
Visa Lottery: Scam Alert

The Dominican Republic does not participate in the visa lottery. Fraud by telephone and email is increasing worldwide and the U.S. Embassy recommends that all visa applicants and U.S. citizens should exercise caution if they are contacted by someone asking for money or information by phone or e-mail.
Department of State Submits the International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR) to Congress

This two-part report is the Department’s comprehensive assessment of foreign governments' efforts to deal with their domestic narcotics problems and meet their international responsibilities, as set out in UN narcotics and crime treaties.
U.S. Department of State to Host Its First Press Briefing in Spanish

On Thursday, March 8, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. EST, the U.S. Department of State will host the first-ever Spanish-language press briefing on current U.S. foreign policy issues. Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs Mike Hammer will respond to questions in Spanish from the podium in the Department’s press briefing room.
Factsheet: The Central American Citizen Security Partnership

The Vice President reviewed with the leaders the implementation of the Central American Citizen Security Partnership launched by President Obama during his March 2011 trip to El Salvador. The Partnership seeks to enhance U.S. citizen security assistance in Central America, in close cooperation with regional leaders and the international community in support of the Central American Integration System (SICA) Security Strategy.
Clinton Statement on Dominican Republic Independence Day

On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to send best wishes to the people of the Dominican Republic as you celebrate the 168th anniversary of your independence this February 27.
U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic Makes Official Visit to Puerto Rico

The Ambassador of the United States in the Dominican Republic, Raul Yzaguirre, on his first official visit to Puerto Rico from 20 to 23 February.
Dominican Naval Detatchment in Isla Saona receives US$1.5 million from U.S. for its construction

Todd Haskell: "This investment of $ 1.5 million will lead to greater long-term effectiveness in the fight against common threats that affect our two nations. Once completed, the project will also allow the Dominican Navy to have a continuous presence in the Isla Saona, a strategic point for monitoring the Mona Passage".