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Why invest in the Dominican Republic
The pulsating heart of the Caribbean: economic stability, social peace and a real estate market driven by tourism, business travel and international investment.
The country
The Caribbean’s economic engine
Located in the heart of the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti and is about a two-hour flight from Miami. It is one of the largest economies in the Caribbean and Central America and, over the past two decades, one of the fastest-growing in Latin America.
Its capital, Santo Domingo, is the country’s political, financial and business centre — where multinational companies, banks and government institutions are based, and where business travel supports year-round demand for quality accommodation.
Key figures
international visitors in 2025, a national record (+4.3%)
Source: MITURaverage hotel occupancy during 2025
Source: MITURforeign direct investment in 2025 (+11.3%), the fourth record year in a row
Source: Banco Central RDof 2025 foreign direct investment went to real estate
Source: Banco Central RDSix reasons
Why investors choose the Dominican Republic
A tourism powerhouse
The country welcomed a record 11.6 million visitors in 2025 — 8.86 million by air and 2.82 million on cruises — and hotel occupancy averaged more than 71% over the year.
Record foreign investment
Foreign direct investment reached US$5.03 billion in 2025, a record for the fourth consecutive year. Tourism, energy and real estate were among the main destinations.
Equal treatment for foreigners
The Foreign Investment Law (Law 16-95) gives foreign investors the same rights as Dominican investors, and foreigners can own property without special restrictions.
Registered, secure titles
Ownership is recorded in a public title registry under the Real Estate Registry Law (Law 108-05), and buyers can check the legal status of a property before purchasing.
Incentives and residency
Law 171-07 offers incentives to foreign retirees and people with passive income who settle in the country, and residency options are available for investors.
Demand in the capital
Business travellers and long-stay guests support steady demand for well-located, furnished apartments in Santo Domingo, the country’s business hub.
Santo Domingo
Why we invest in the capital
While beach resorts attract most holidaymakers, Santo Domingo combines tourism with business activity all year round.
- The country’s business, financial and government centre
- Las Américas International Airport handled 28% of the country’s air arrivals in 2025
- The Colonial City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a growing cultural life
- Premium districts such as Piantini, Naco and Serrallés, where our towers stand
Good to know
Main taxes for property buyers
| Tax | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Real estate transfer tax | 3% of the property value, paid once when the title is transferred |
| Annual property tax (IPI) | 1% per year on the value above an exemption threshold set by the tax authority (DGII) |
General information only. Confirm current rates and exemptions with a Dominican lawyer or the DGII.
Read the full buying guideFrequently asked questions
Is it safe to invest in real estate in the Dominican Republic?
The country has a long record of economic and political stability, a legal framework that treats foreign investors equally and a public title registry. As with any investment, work with experienced local partners and independent legal counsel.
Can foreigners own property in the Dominican Republic?
Yes. Foreign individuals and companies can buy and register property with the same rights as Dominican citizens, without needing to be residents.
What taxes apply when buying property?
A one-time transfer tax of 3% of the property value and, afterwards, an annual property tax (IPI) of 1% on the value above the exemption threshold. See our buying guide for details.
Does buying property give me residency?
Not automatically, but the Dominican Republic offers residency options for foreign investors and for people with a regular pension or passive income. Requirements change, so check them with a migration lawyer.
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