Where it's done & key facts
| Issued by | Dirección General de Pasaportes (DGP), through the consulates |
|---|---|
| Where in NJ | Dominican Consulate General in New Jersey (Paterson) or your jurisdiction's consulate |
| How | In person, by appointment; photo, fingerprints and signature are captured |
| Key document | Valid Dominican cédula (adults) |
| Cost | Current consular fee; confirm with your consulate |
| 2026 change | Chip e-passport rolled out gradually since February 2026 |
| Official site | pasaportes.gob.do |
Typical requirements
Adults (first time or renewal)
- Valid Dominican cédula, original.
- Previous passport, if you have one (even expired).
- Recent birth record if it's your first passport or your data don't match.
- Appointment confirmation and consular fee payment.
Minors
- The child's Dominican birth record (if born in the US, the child must first be registered as Dominican; see how to register).
- Both parents present with ID, or a legalized authorization from the absent parent.
- The child's previous passport, if any.
The right order: cédula first, passport second
The most common mistake is booking a passport appointment with an expired cédula or with data that don't match your birth record. If your cédula is expired, start with the cédula renewal. If you never had one because you were born abroad to Dominican parents, the order is: nationality recognition → cédula → passport (see dual citizenship).
The new e-passport
Since February 19, 2026, the DGP has gradually issued an electronic passport with a microchip, a polycarbonate data page and extra security features. A valid passport of the previous model remains valid until it expires.
Steps
- Make sure your cédula is valid and matches your birth record.
- Book an appointment at your jurisdiction's consulate (in NJ, Paterson or its mobile events).
- Gather originals and copies; pay the fee as instructed.
- Attend the appointment for photo, fingerprints and signature.
- Pick up or receive the passport as your consulate offers.
Traveling soon without a valid passport?
If you're Dominican and need to return before you can renew, the consulate can issue a carta de ruta, a one-way travel document to the Dominican Republic.
Want help with this procedure?
- We review your documents before you go to the agency.
- We translate, notarize and apostille what's needed.
- We tell you exactly where to go, what to bring and in what order.
- Service in Spanish and English.
Frequently asked questions
Can I renew a Dominican passport online from the US?
Appointments and part of the application can be handled online, but photo, fingerprints and signature are captured in person at the consulate.
Do I need a cédula to get the passport?
Adults do. It must be valid and match your birth record.
Does my old passport stop working with the e-passport?
No. It stays valid until it expires.
Does True Multiservices issue passports?
No. Only consulates and the DGP issue them. We help you review requirements, organize documents, translate or apostille what's needed and prepare for your appointment.
This guide is informational and does not replace official information or legal advice. Requirements, fees and hours may change: always confirm with the institution before you go. Information verified in November 2026. True Multiservices is a private, independent business, not the consulate or a government agency.
