Dominican Republic migration authorities conduct nationwide enforcement operations

The Dominican Republic's General Directorate of Migration (DGM) has reported significant enforcement actions across several provinces. In a recent nationwide operation, 1,140 foreign nationals in irregular migratory status were detained. The eastern region accounted for 216 of these detentions, with 36 individuals apprehended in the La Altagracia province, which includes the tourist areas of Bávaro, Verón, and Punta Cana.

Other provinces affected by the crackdown included Santo Domingo, which recorded 159 detentions, followed by El Seibo with 13 and Hato Mayor with eight. The DGM reported that 633 individuals were detained directly by migration agents, while others were handed over by military and police forces. Additionally, 1,165 foreigners were processed and deported through border points in Dajabón, Elías Piña, Jimaní, and Pedernales.

In Monte Plata, Director General of Migration Lee Ballester conducted a supervisory visit to ensure compliance with the General Migration Law No. 285-04. Ballester emphasized that operations must respect human rights and due process. He also announced plans to establish a permanent provincial office in Monte Plata to provide better technological resources and biometric services, moving beyond the current transitional facility.