With the objective of facilitating the attendance of Dominicans at the International Fair of Tourism (Fitur), which will be held from January 22 to 26, the consulate Spanish in the Republic Dominican Republic has created the “Ventanilla Fitur“.
With this innovation, as reported to Free DiaryDominicans have been able to manage requests from the visa Schengenwhich allows entry to the European space to those who need a visa to access the countries that make up that community.
Fitur has been, for decades, one of the most relevant spaces for the exchange, programming and coordination of investments tourism in the country.
Last year, the minister of TourismDavid Collado, celebrated that at the close of the fair the new investments agreed during the days of meetings will reach 3.5 billion dollars. The participation of 58 companies was also highlighted due to the relevance of this platform.
In the edition of Fitur 2025, the Dominicans will have, as every year, a significant platform for the promotion tour.
In addition to the authorities of the sector tourism, hoteliers, tourism promoters and the main banks that promote the investments in Dominican destinations, through presentations, informative meetings and negotiations for the development of projects in the country.
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The creation of this window to expedite the visas of Dominican tourism professionals is especially relevant in a context where the consulate Spanish of course delays in response to requests for visas to enter space Schengen.
In diplomatic circles, it is ruled out that Dominicans are subject to discrimination or that their requests for visa be rejected disproportionately.
On December 31, Diario Libre published an article titled: “What is happening with the Dominicans in the consulate of Spain in Republic Dominican?”, in which some of these accusations were collected.
Diplomatic sources have denied these allegations and affirm that Dominicans receive equitable treatment in the processes of visa to travel to Europe, taking into account Spain as the main entry point.
3,500
These were the millions of dollars that the country achieved in new investments in Fitur, in January 2024, according to David Collado
58
It was the number of companies that participated in the Dominican pavilion.
“The procedures for the application and issuance of visas Schengen They are governed by regulations established by the European Union and are applied uniformly to all countries that require this permission to enter the Space. Schengen“said these sources.
There is, they added, a “specific policy” for the issuance of visas Schengen in the Republic Dominican, since these regulations are mandatory for all representations of member countries of the European Union.
In addition, they highlighted that the requirements demanded of Dominicans do not differ from those applied to other nationalities and that applications are evaluated individually, guaranteeing transparency in the processes.
“If the appointment is requested in advance, the processing of the visa does not present delaysunless it is necessary to correct errors,” they clarified.
Spainthey emphasized, maintains a constant commitment to Republic Dominican Republic as a strategic ally on issues of cooperation, trade and culture. This bilateral link is reflected in the numerous agreements that strengthen relations between both nations.
The Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic, in collaboration with the financial sector that channels investments in the country’s industry, is preparing an outstanding participation in the fair.
The agenda includes a great presentation of the country’s tourist attractions and the opportunities it offers to investors.
Among other activities, Mitur reported that Fitur will be the setting to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Piñero Group’s presence in the country.
Under the motto “50 laps around the sun”, the Spanish chain will highlight the creation of a joint company with Hyatt for the management of the 22 resorts of the Bahía Príncipe Hotels & Resorts division.
Banco Popular Dominicano, Banreservas and Banco Hipotecario Dominicano also announced their participation in the fair, with an extensive program of meetings and activities aimed at promoting the growth of the Dominican tourism sector.
