Russia opens an Embassy in the D.R.

[Cifré Gil Law Firm]

Russia has officially opened its first embassy in the Dominican Republic, marking a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between the two countries. The new embassy, located in Santo Domingo, was inaugurated on April 14, 2025, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties established in 1945, according to El Dinero.

These are great news for Russian citizens residing in or traveling to the Dominican Republic, as it brings several benefits:

• Consular Services, as the new embassy will provide essential services such as passport renewals, notarial services, and assistance in emergencies.
• Facilitation of visa processing and applications for Dominicans wishing to travel to Russia, promoting cultural and educational exchanges.
• Strengthened Bilateral Relations, potentially leading to more opportunities for Russian nationals in the Dominican Republic.

This move signifies Russia's commitment to deepening its engagement in the Caribbean and offers a direct point of contact for its citizens in the Dominican Republic, while effectively reinforcing their presence in the region.

 

[Riva_31]

Russia has officially opened its first embassy in the Dominican Republic, marking a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between the two countries. The new embassy, located in Santo Domingo, was inaugurated on April 14, 2025, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties established in 1945, according to El Dinero.

These are great news for Russian citizens residing in or traveling to the Dominican Republic, as it brings several benefits:

• Consular Services, as the new embassy will provide essential services such as passport renewals, notarial services, and assistance in emergencies.
• Facilitation of visa processing and applications for Dominicans wishing to travel to Russia, promoting cultural and educational exchanges.
• Strengthened Bilateral Relations, potentially leading to more opportunities for Russian nationals in the Dominican Republic.

This move signifies Russia's commitment to deepening its engagement in the Caribbean and offers a direct point of contact for its citizens in the Dominican Republic, while effectively reinforcing their presence in the region.

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Dominicans no need visa to visit Russia as a tourist, so they may refer to business visas and all other services.

 

[josh2203]

I won't comment anything, but just stating two facts:
1. There is a current travel advisory from many countries, the US included, not to travel to Russia for obvious reasons
2. I have not done any research, but I wonder if it's even possible (I'm sure it's possible somehow, but easily?) to get flights there?

 

[Big]

two places I will not visit in the next 36 years, Russia and Haiti

 

[Ecoman1949]

I won't comment anything, but just stating two facts:
1. There is a current travel advisory from many countries, the US included, not to travel to Russia for obvious reasons
2. I have not done any research, but I wonder if it's even possible (I'm sure it's possible somehow, but easily?) to get flights there?

I used to see a lot of Russian tourists in the Playa Dorada and Cofresi areas about five years ago. They were coming in on EU flights, mostly from Germany. Don’t know what’s happening these days. The invasion of Ukraine has made Russians persona non grata in many countries.

Some Russian people with money moved to the DR to escape Putin’s corrupt money grabbing régime when he assumed power. The Russians who moved to the DR that built and manage Sosua Ocean Village appear to be doing well. The place keeps expanding yearly. Nearly three times its original size now. I’ve been there several times. Nice amenities, well kept, good food, etc.

I’m not surprised they opened a new consulate. Russia, like China, is expanding its economic links to survive the onslaught of sanctions and tariffs, and the emerging new world trade order. They‘re back in Cuba and so is China and they’re allies and members of BRIC. China is an important presence in the DR so no surprise Russia wants to increase its DR visibility too. Russia is simply riding on China’s hegemony coat tails. Subtle messages to Trump that, regardless of what he does to them, they will adapt.

The main job of consulate officials is the fostering of trade agreements. We might see an increase in Russian investments in DR businesses and tourism. Maybe a future influx of Russian tourists. What would be amusing is seeing a Russian Navy missile cruiser tied up in Puerto Plata harbour on a crew rest and recreation stay. What would not be amusing is a big influx of illegal Russian wealth for money laundering purposes. The DR already has a reputation for money laundering. It doesn’t need to make it worse.

 

[CristoRey]

I’m not surprised they opened a new consulate. Russia, like China, is expanding its economic links to survive the onslaught of sanctions and tariffs, and the emerging new world trade order.

My Russian friends in Moscow assure me the average Russian is doing just fine regardless of what narrative the western media is spreading. They have no problem traveling to countries along the Mediterranean like Turkiye which are packed full of beautiful white sandy beaches.

I spent August/ September 2023 between Bodrum and Izmir. There was no shortage of Russian tourist spending money while enjoying themselves. The distance getting here is the main reason more are not vacationing in the DR but with that in mind, there are certainly enough Russians living here/ spending time here to justify the opening of a Russian Embassy down in the Capital.

 

[Big]

My Russian friends in Moscow assure me the average Russian is doing just fine regardless of what narrative the western media is spreading. They have no problem traveling to countries along the Mediterranean like Turkiye which are packed full of beautiful white sandy beaches.

I spent August/ September 2023 between Bodrum and Izmir. There was no shortage of Russian tourist spending money while enjoying themselves. The distance getting here is the main reason more are not vacationing in the DR but with that in mind, there are certainly enough Russians living here/ spending time here to justify the opening of a Russian Embassy down in the Capital.

Pattaya has many Russian girls, that's what a friend told me

 

[windeguy]

And on the north coast we have Russian built:

Sosua Ocean Village — the best residential community in the Dominican Republic

Sosua Ocean Village - the best residential community in the Dominican Republic

www.sosuaoceanvillage.com

 

[CristoRey]

Pattaya has many Russian girls, that's what a friend told me

Had many girls when I ran a business there as well back in 2008. Boy were those some fun times!

 

[Riva_31]

My Russian friends in Moscow assure me the average Russian is doing just fine regardless of what narrative the western media is spreading. They have no problem traveling to countries along the Mediterranean like Turkiye which are packed full of beautiful white sandy beaches.

I spent August/ September 2023 between Bodrum and Izmir. There was no shortage of Russian tourist spending money while enjoying themselves. The distance getting here is the main reason more are not vacationing in the DR but with that in mind, there are certainly enough Russians living here/ spending time here to justify the opening of a Russian Embassy down in the Capital.

My Russian friend told me that Russians with money are coming to DR, the Cost its around 5,000 Dollars, Turkish Airlines has around 5 or 6 daily flights into Moscow, that's the most easy way to visit or get out Russia from/to the west. At the beginning was hard but now 3 years after the war and like 50,000 sanctions they are doing pretty well without west.

They had some charter flights to Cuba and some to Margarita Island but they do not like it. Before the war there was flights into PUJ/LRM/SDQ/POP/AZS from Russia.

 

[aarhus]

Are they hoping Dominican men will travel there I wonder. There are some very sad articles about Cuban men going there being promised Russian citizenship.

 

[Ecoman1949]

Are they hoping Dominican men will travel there I wonder. There are some very sad articles about Cuban men going there being promised Russian citizenship.

Since the start of the war, a lot of young men have fled Russia to avoid conscription and the Russian army has sustained heavy losses. Going to Russia and then unexpectedly getting an all expense paid trip to the Ukrainian front wouldn’t be appealing to most Dominican men. They would be wise to stay well away from Russia. Given the current state of Cuba, I could see why some would leave and risk everything for citizenship elsewhere.

 

[Uzin]

two places I will not visit in the next 36 years, Russia and Haiti

I kept thinking but couldn't figure this out, what happens after 36 years...!? 🤔

 

[Big]

I kept thinking but couldn't figure this out, what happens after 36 years...!? 🤔

Well Uzi, I was trying to hold out for a little hope, so I didn't say 40, additional, like most here, I will probably not be around in 36 years.

 

[Ecoman1949]

I kept thinking but couldn't figure this out, what happens after 36 years...!? 🤔

I’m being an optimist and hoping the Trump administration can broker a peace between Russia and the Ukraine. If they can and travel to Russia is safe again, I would consider visiting parts of Russia during the summer.

Haiti? Who knows? An optimist might say their issues will be resolved and Haiti and the DR will have open borders and close economic ties.

If I live another 36 years, I’ll be 112. Forget travelling. I’ll be happy to get out of bed on my own at that age. I’ll be gone well before that.

 

[CristoRey]

Since the start of the war, a lot of young men have fled Russia to avoid conscription and the Russian army has sustained heavy losses. Going to Russia and then unexpectedly getting an all expense paid trip to the Ukrainian front wouldn’t be appealing to most Dominican men. They would be wise to stay well away from Russia. Given the current state of Cuba, I could see why some would leave and risk everything for citizenship elsewhere.

Think about what you are saying 😄😄😄😅😅😂😂😂😂😂
Please tell me you were attempting to be funny.

 

[Ecoman1949]

Think about what you are saying 😄😄😄😅😅😂😂😂😂😂
Please tell me you were attempting to be funny.

Correct CR. Black humour mainly but true about the state of the Russian military.

 

[keepcoming]

Didn't take long for this thread to go in another direction.

 

[aarhus]

Didn't take long for this thread to go in another direction.

Which other direction should it or would it go ? Russia opened an embassy in the DR.

 

[josh2203]

My Russian friends in Moscow assure me the average Russian is doing just fine regardless of what narrative the western media is spreading. They have no problem traveling to countries along the Mediterranean like Turkiye which are packed full of beautiful white sandy beaches.

I spent August/ September 2023 between Bodrum and Izmir. There was no shortage of Russian tourist spending money while enjoying themselves. The distance getting here is the main reason more are not vacationing in the DR but with that in mind, there are certainly enough Russians living here/ spending time here to justify the opening of a Russian Embassy down in the Capital.

Yes, there are indeed flights via Turkey, but I don't think via many other countries.

I believe there are many Russian citizens in the DR, for which reason I only referred to people from the DR wanting to travel to Russia in my post, as in, as a fact, travelling there is not advised and flights are scarce.

There are also countless Russian citizens trying to flee the country by land, for which reason my country has completely shut down the border since like a year ago. It was too dangerous.