DOMINICAN DIVORCE DOCUMENTS
Dominican Divorce Certificate
Search, Verification and Retrieval of Divorce Documents in the Dominican Republic
We locate and verify divorce records in the Dominican Republic for legal proceedings, immigration, citizenship, remarriage, and international family or administrative matters.
Depending on your requirements, we can obtain the divorce certificate, divorce judgment, or a copy of the court file. These documents serve different purposes, so we first locate and verify the record before requesting the official documentation.
Official document issued by the Civil Registry confirming that the divorce was pronounced and registered.
Document issued by the corresponding Civil Chamber as part of the judicial divorce proceedings.
Copy of the available court documents related to the divorce proceedings.
HOW OUR SERVICE WORKS
The Process Has Two Simple Steps
Start your divorce record search in the Dominican Republic. Once the record has been located and verified, you can review the information found and proceed with obtaining the official divorce certificate.
Divorce Record Search and Verification
Complete the request form with any information you have about the divorce, including the former spouses’ names, the approximate date, and the location where the divorce was granted or registered.
Our team will begin searching for and verifying the record through the appropriate civil registry offices in the Dominican Republic.
During the search, we may contact you if additional information is needed to correctly identify the divorce record.
Once the record is located, we will notify you by email. You will be able to review the information found and confirm that it matches the divorce record you requested.
Obtaining the Official Divorce Certificate
Once the record has been located and verified, we can arrange for the issuance of the official divorce certificate by the Dominican Republic’s Central Electoral Board (JCE).
We can also arrange for apostille certification, certified translation, and international shipping, depending on the requirements of the institution where you plan to submit the document.
If you need a certified copy of the divorce judgment (divorce decree), we can evaluate your request as an additional service, since this is a court-issued document and is different from the civil registry’s official divorce certificate.
The information obtained during the search does not replace the official divorce certificate issued by the Dominican Republic’s Central Electoral Board (JCE).
If a court-issued divorce judgment exists but the divorce cannot be found in the civil registry, additional steps may be necessary to determine its registration status. These cases are evaluated separately.
STAGE 1 · RECORD SEARCH
Start Your Divorce Record Search
Complete the request form with any information you have about the divorce, including both former spouses’ names, the approximate year, and the location where the divorce was granted or registered. Our team will begin searching for and verifying the corresponding record.
During the process, we may contact you if additional information is needed. Once the record is located, we will notify you by email so you can review the information found and proceed with obtaining the official divorce certificate.
Divorce Record Search and Verification
Most searches receive an initial update within 2 to 5 business days. Historical records or requests with limited information may require additional time.
Providing both former spouses’ names, the approximate year, and the location where the divorce was granted can help us locate the record more efficiently.
If we have not provided an update on your request within 20 business days, you may request a refund.
Refunds are normally processed within 48 to 72 business hours.
Complete the request using whatever information you have about the divorce. You do not need every detail or a copy of the court-issued divorce decree to start your search.
If you have a court-issued divorce decree but the divorce cannot be found in the Dominican civil registry, additional steps may be necessary to verify its registration. These cases are evaluated separately.
Dominican Vital Records does not store your card details.
STAGE 2 · OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS
Obtain Your Official Divorce Documents
Once your divorce record has been located and verified, you can request an official divorce certificate issued by the Dominican Central Electoral Board (JCE) or obtain certified court documents, depending on your specific requirements.
Choose the option that meets your needs
Official divorce certificate issued by the Dominican Central Electoral Board (JCE), with standard international shipping included.
Official divorce certificate with an apostille issued by the Dominican Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MIREX). Standard international shipping is included.
Search and retrieval of a certified copy of the divorce decree from the appropriate Dominican court, subject to record availability.
Retrieval of the certified divorce decree and available court case file from the appropriate Dominican court.
Processing with the appropriate Dominican authority
Document retrieval and preparation
Standard international shipping for certificates
Choose Your Delivery Method
Estimated delivery: 2 to 5 weeks.
USA / Canada: 2–3 business days.
Europe: 4–6 business days.
Delivery times are estimates, exclude document processing time, and may vary by destination. Shipping arrangements for court documents are confirmed during case review.
Certified translation for legal, immigration, or administrative purposes.
A divorce certificate and a court-issued divorce decree are different documents. Court document retrieval depends on the availability and location of the records at the appropriate court.
INFORMATION & SUPPORT
Frequently Asked Questions About Dominican Divorce Records
Learn how our Dominican Republic divorce record search works, what it costs, and how to obtain official divorce certificates and court documents.
How do I start a divorce record search?
Complete our online request form with the information you have about the divorce and pay the initial search fee based on the year of the divorce.
Once we receive your request, we'll begin searching for and verifying the record. If we need additional information, we'll contact you.
How much does it cost to start a divorce record search?
The initial search fee depends on when the divorce took place:
2000 or later: US$29
1985–1999: US$49
1984 or earlier: US$95
These fees cover the initial search and verification process. Official documents are available separately.
Does the initial search fee include a digital copy of the record?
No. The initial fee covers the first stage of the search and verification process.
Once we locate the divorce record, we'll notify you by email. You can then pay the applicable completion fee to access the digital record information we've found.
How much does it cost to complete the search once my record is found?
The search completion fees are:
Divorces from 2000 onward: US$35
Divorces before 2000: US$65
Advanced record search: US$95
This fee is charged only after we've located the record and allows you to access the digital search results.
What qualifies as an advanced divorce record search?
An advanced search may be necessary when key details are missing or inconsistent, the divorce date is unknown, the court or Civil Registry Office cannot be identified, or additional research is needed to locate the record.
What will I receive when I complete the search?
You'll receive access to the digital information from the located divorce record, allowing you to review the details before ordering an official document.
Digital search results are not a substitute for an official divorce certificate, certified divorce decree, or court case file.
What happens if you can't find my divorce record?
If we're unable to locate the record, you won't be charged the additional fee for accessing digital search results.
Depending on the circumstances, we may request additional details, recommend further research, or explain other available options.
The initial search payment remains subject to our refund policy.
What official divorce documents can you obtain?
We offer four main document options:
Official Divorce Certificate: US$66
Apostilled Divorce Certificate: US$86
Certified Divorce Decree: US$215
Divorce Decree + Court Case File: US$285
Court documents are subject to availability at the appropriate Dominican court.
What's the difference between a divorce certificate and a divorce decree?
An official divorce certificate confirms that the divorce was registered with the Dominican Civil Registry.
A divorce decree is the court's decision in the divorce proceedings.
These are different documents. The agency or institution requesting proof of divorce may specifically require one or the other.
What is a divorce court case file?
A court case file contains the available documents and proceedings associated with a divorce case that are maintained in the court's records.
Its contents depend on the original proceedings and which documents are still available in the court archives.
How much does an official divorce certificate cost?
Once the divorce record has been located and verified, you can order:
Official Divorce Certificate: US$66
Official Divorce Certificate with Apostille: US$86
Both options include standard international shipping.
Do I have to pay US$66 plus US$86 if I need an apostille?
No. These are two separate options.
An official divorce certificate without an apostille costs US$66. If you need an apostilled certificate, the total price for that option is US$86.
How much does a certified divorce decree cost?
Our service to locate and obtain a certified divorce decree costs US$215.
Retrieval depends on whether the decree can be located and obtained from the appropriate Dominican court.
How much does a divorce decree with the court case file cost?
The Divorce Decree + Court Case File service costs US$285.
This covers the retrieval of the certified decree and the available court case documents. The contents of the file may vary depending on the court's records.
Can divorce decrees and court records be apostilled?
It depends on the document, its certification, and the issuing authority.
We can review the applicable legalization or apostille requirements for the requested court documents. These services are not automatically included in the divorce decree or court case file prices.
Which document do I need to prove that I'm divorced?
That depends on the agency or institution requesting the document.
Some organizations accept an official divorce certificate, while others specifically require a certified divorce decree.
For immigration, citizenship, remarriage, or legal proceedings, we recommend confirming the exact requirements with the receiving institution before placing your order.
Do I need an apostille for my Dominican divorce document?
It depends on the country and institution where the document will be used.
For eligible official certificates, we offer an apostille issued by the Dominican Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MIREX).
Is standard international shipping included?
Yes. Standard international shipping is included with official divorce certificates, whether or not you request an apostille.
Shipping arrangements for divorce decrees and court case files are confirmed during the case review.
How much does express international shipping cost?
Express international shipping is available for US$139.
Estimated delivery times are:
United States and Canada: 2–3 business days
Europe: 4–6 business days
These estimates apply to shipping only and do not include document processing time. Availability depends on the destination.
How long does standard international shipping take?
Standard international shipping typically takes approximately 2–5 weeks, depending on the destination and postal service.
Shipping time begins once the document has been processed and dispatched.
How long does a divorce record search take?
We generally provide an initial update within 2–5 business days.
Older records, cases with limited information, and advanced searches may require additional time.
What information do I need to start a divorce record search?
We recommend providing the full names of both former spouses, the approximate divorce date, and the city or province where the divorce took place or was registered.
If you have an older copy, registration number, court information, or other supporting details, you can include them to help with the search.
You don't need to have every detail to submit a request.
Do I need to know the court or divorce decree number?
Not necessarily. We can begin with the names of the parties, an approximate date, and the location associated with the divorce.
However, knowing the court, decree number, or registration details can make the search considerably easier.
What if I don't know the exact date of the divorce?
You can provide an approximate year or date range.
If both the date and location are unknown, the case may require additional research and may qualify as an advanced search.
Do you guarantee that my divorce record will be found?
No. Whether a record can be located depends on the available information and the condition of the records.
Some cases involve name discrepancies, incomplete registrations, older records, or differences between court archives and Civil Registry records.
What if I have a divorce decree, but there's no Civil Registry record?
Having a court-issued divorce decree does not necessarily mean the divorce was properly registered with the Dominican Civil Registry.
We can review the available documents to determine what additional steps may be required with the appropriate Civil Registry Office.
Registration or correction procedures are evaluated and quoted separately.
What happens if there's an error in the divorce record?
If we identify a discrepancy, we'll notify you before proceeding with the official document request.
If an administrative or court-ordered correction is required, we'll review the case and explain the available procedures and associated costs.
Can I request someone else's divorce records?
We can review requests involving another person's divorce records, provided there is enough information to identify the record.
Access to certain documents may be subject to authorization, eligibility, or representation requirements.
Can I order a divorce certificate, decree, and court case file together?
Yes. You can request multiple documents depending on your needs.
Each service has its own scope and pricing. Court document availability must be verified before processing.
Do you offer certified translations?
Yes. We offer certified translations for US$95 for legal, immigration, and administrative purposes.
Translation is an additional service and should be requested based on the requirements of the institution receiving your documents.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payments are securely processed through Stripe.
We accept major credit and debit cards, as well as Apple Pay and Google Pay when available.
Dominican Vital Records does not directly store your card information.
What is your refund policy?
If we haven't provided an update on your request within 20 business days, you may contact our team to request a refund.
Refunds are generally processed within 48–72 business hours. The time it takes for the funds to appear in your account depends on your bank or payment provider.
How will I receive updates about my request?
We'll send updates to the email address provided with your request.
We may also use WhatsApp or SMS if you've authorized those communication methods.
Why is the process divided into stages?
Our step-by-step process allows you to begin the search without paying upfront for documents that haven't been located or that you may not need.
Stage 1: We begin searching for the divorce record based on the year of the divorce.
Once the record is found: You can complete the search and review the digital information we've located.
Stage 2: You choose the official documents you need, such as a divorce certificate, certified divorce decree, or court case file.