The United States Embassy issued a notice on 21 March 2025 indicating the temporary suspension of passport and notary services at the Punta Cana Consular Agency in the province of La Altagracia. The office was opened to serve the millions of US tourists who travel to Punta Cana resorts every year. The reason for the suspension is not given.
In the notice, the US Embassy says that interested customers can make appointments for these services at the US Embassy in Santo Domingo or the Puerto Plata Consular Agency via the US Embassy website.
The Embassy will issue advance notice if limited appointments become available at the Punta Cana Consular Agency.
The Embassy explains that all emergency appointments, including requests for an emergency passport, are being handled at the US Embassy in Santo Domingo.
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25 March 2025