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Residency 2026

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New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026

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Working in the Dominican Republic

Work in the Dominican Republic: Discover job sectors, visa info, and expat tips.

Accommodation in the Dominican Republic

If you move to the Dominican Republic, finding suitable accommodation will be one of ...

The healthcare system in the Dominican Republic

Navigate Dominican healthcare with insights on public and private options for expats.

Immigration and Overstay Issues

Last post 3 weeks ago by windeguy

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"Anything Goes" thread

Last post 2 months ago by delmerbmartin

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Changes in Immigration policy

Last post 7 months ago by DRVisitor

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Coming and going!

Last post 11 months ago by oldsmobile442

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How to get Married in the Dominican Republic

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Residencia renewal - actual process

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News Sources

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How the DR forum works!

Last post 3 years ago by kaligibbs27

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Work Visa Process

Last post 4 years ago by planner

25 replies

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Semana Santa

Last post 2 days ago by Steverino7777

7 replies

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Property in the east of Cabarete

Last post 2 days ago by windeguy

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Shipping household items and clothes from the D.R. to the U.S.

Last post 2 days ago by ddmcghee

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Macao Hills - Avalon

Last post 3 days ago by rehher123

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Quality of customer service in Dominican Republic

Last post 3 days ago by rehher123

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Rent a car in Punta Cana

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Santiago / Filtraccion

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Looking forward to living in Punta Cana!

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Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done.

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Register a company

Last post 2 weeks ago by Cheryl

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Semana Santa reports?

Last post 2 weeks ago by Tippj

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Best way to ship multiple items from the DR to the US?

Last post 2 weeks ago by Cheryl

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Buying a new car in Santiago

Last post 2 weeks ago by planner

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The Reef Project in Playa Bonita

Last post 3 weeks ago by drdreaming

168 replies

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Best way to transfer money from US to Dominican bank account

Last post 3 weeks ago by lvriver34

20 replies

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Considering Relocation

Last post 3 weeks ago by lvriver34

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Financial advisors for US expats living in the DR

Last post 3 weeks ago by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56

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Angie's List in Punta Cana?

Last post 3 weeks ago by Cheryl

5 replies

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Opening a Banreservas account from the US

Last post 3 weeks ago by Cheryl

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Looking for more info on RD

Last post 3 weeks ago by windeguy

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Cell phone providers

Last post 3 weeks ago by Rerayz1238

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Inversor question

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New townhouse

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Container houses

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The impact of artificial intelligence on the Dominican Republic job market

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Any info on this place helpful

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Macao hills

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Car Insurance

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Car insurance for expats

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Starting New Business in DR

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Computer store in Las Terrenas or Nagua?

Last post last month by wondering9

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Question about tipping

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Retirement residency renewal -- proof of bank deposits

Last post last month by rayc1234

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Paying Edenorte bill online?

Last post 2 months ago by Tippj

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Retirement looking for accommodation

Last post 2 months ago by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56

11 replies

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Retirement Visas

Last post 2 months ago by om2252001

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Intercultural relationships in Dominican Republic

Last post 2 months ago by planner

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Furniture Packages in Punta cana

Last post 2 months ago by planner

58 replies

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Dentist recommendations in Puerto Plata!

Last post 2 months ago by planner

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Cost of living in Dominican Republic in 2026

Last post 2 months ago by Steverino7777

1 reply

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New Residency documents

Last post 2 months ago by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56

5 replies

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Residency - updates and changes 2024

Last post 2 months ago by searea55

191 replies

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Lishali Baez - totally worthy of all the praise!

Last post 2 months ago by delmerbmartin

8 replies

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Independent Construction Oversight person in Sosua/Cabarete area

Last post 2 months ago by delmerbmartin

5 replies

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Housekeepers cost Samana area

Last post 2 months ago by planner

20 replies

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Tourist Visa Extension - Medical Certifacate

Last post 2 months ago by planner

4 replies

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Surprisingly efficient Dominican process!

Last post 3 months ago by ddmcghee

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The pet culture in Dominican Republic

Last post 3 months ago by copescloud

11 replies

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Import tax exemption for houshold goods?

Last post 3 months ago by ryzik68

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Looking for a repair shop for a 32 in Monitor

Last post 3 months ago by searea55

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Remitly issue

Last post 3 months ago by wondering9

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New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025

Last post 3 months ago by planner

44 replies

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health insurance: Senasa as of late 2025

Last post 3 months ago by planner

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Looking for a reliable real estate lawyer in Sosua/Cabarete area

Last post 3 months ago by ddmcghee

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Private health insurance for expats aged 65+

Last post 3 months ago by planner

46 replies

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Prescription medication

Last post 3 months ago by Tippj

37 replies

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Best Bank for US Expats

Last post 3 months ago by Darkremy

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Downtown Residences Punta Cana

Last post 3 months ago by planner

17 replies

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Skin Cancer removal

Last post 3 months ago by Bucis

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Timing of the residency application process (2025)

Last post 3 months ago by planner

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Power Outages , blackout

Last post 3 months ago by planner

5 replies

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Using DR courier services for sensitive documents

Last post 3 months ago by Zdorov

4 replies

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My Experience Of Moving To Santo Domingo "STAY FOOLISHLY ORGANIZED "

Last post 3 months ago by planner

26 replies

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Forwarding of Amazon shipments

Last post 3 months ago by UncleBuck

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Banking (mostly ATM) questions

Last post 3 months ago by wondering9

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Pre paid debit cards

Last post 3 months ago by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56

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Any Romanians in Las Terrenas?

Last post 4 months ago by ddmcghee

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Trip For a couple to the North Coast

Last post 4 months ago by planner

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Managing meals in Dominican Republic

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