drilsgt
American expat in Dominican Republic
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Lives in Santiago de los Caballeros, Sa
Registration: 11 November 2015
Completing your Residency with DGM Solo Challenges , success, by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Can anyone that has obtained their VISA residency with DGM solo/alone , share what challenges and successes you may have had?1. What to do and what not to do?2. Did anyone at DGM provide any English support?Curious Thanks
@UncleBuck Thanks alot!!!! Read More
Completing your Residency with DGM Solo Challenges , success, by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Can anyone that has obtained their VISA residency with DGM solo/alone , share what challenges and successes you may have had?1. What to do and what not to do?2. Did anyone at DGM provide any English support?Curious Thanks
Hi everyone, can anyone tell me how to get the website to apply for the buena conductor? Thanks!!! Read More
Veterans from the USA by scoldoc
Im looking for a way to reach Disabled Veterans to inform them they can get Chiropractic care with no out of pocket expense. Does any one know if there is a VFW post on the island.
Hello all, I,m an Army vet in Santiago....1/2 ACR among many others.....1975-2015.Hope to meet up with some of you guys someday! Read More
What do I miss the most living in DR? by polo1club
I was wondering if everyone has a certain thing they miss from home that is not available in DR?I think one of the things I would miss most would be Home Depot or Lowes. I know ferreterias have a lot of stuff but from past experience I spent weeks ...
I miss New Jersey Taylor Ham or (pork roll) depending which part of the state you're from!!!! And yes LOWES!!!!!!!!!!!! Read More
A CLOSER LOOK by groby57
A Closer Look 0001 Where is home? Ascending through the clouds, coming into view was the lush vegetation and visual beauties of an island not yet known to many, yet known to a few as home. The island has its very own rhythm and dance. No matter ...
@groby57 Once again, welcome back. I always enjoy your writing and look forward to "A closer look"! Read More
Medical Services for Retired Military Personnel by jim1942
Any medical facilities/offices for retired military personnel? Thanks, Jim
I can tell you from personal experience that https://iwellnessvetcenter.com in Santiago WORKS!!!! You must first make your claim through the VA website and be SURE to tell them that you live in the DR. My appointment was made for me at no expense ... Read More
Insurance over 65 by planner
This has been discussed multiple times here on the forums. Its fairly easy to get coverage under age 65 but almost nothing available over 65. Well now there is! I have a group package available to expats for anyone from age 50 and up to ...
Hi Planner, my brother in law is 72 and interested! Read More
What are you missing in Dominican Republic? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Dominican Republic, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Dominican Republic. Do you miss any aspects ...
Just a thought.....think of the education level of these folks answering the phone or working as a cashier.....they seem to have a sense of entitlement. Unlike most expats, they are "working" and are proud to wear an official carnet. ... Read More
10 or 20 year Term Life Insurance for Dominican Citizens by Karin1
Hello We are trying to find out if here in the DR, we can get a long term life insurance policy (10 or 20 years). We want this for the kids. One of us is under 40, in good health, and a non smoker so we think the price should still be reasonable. ...
Sorry, soon to be 64, American, live here in Santiago for 5 years now. Read More
10 or 20 year Term Life Insurance for Dominican Citizens by Karin1
Hello We are trying to find out if here in the DR, we can get a long term life insurance policy (10 or 20 years). We want this for the kids. One of us is under 40, in good health, and a non smoker so we think the price should still be reasonable. ...
Hi Planner, we too would like any info that you could provide.....I'm soon to be 64....Thanks Read More
Veterans from the USA by scoldoc
Im looking for a way to reach Disabled Veterans to inform them they can get Chiropractic care with no out of pocket expense. Does any one know if there is a VFW post on the island.
These clinics are NOT..... VA sponsored. The only VA clinics outside of the USA are in the Philippines. These folks, as helpful as they are, merely assist you with claims paperwork; be it for medication or whatever....... Read More
moving to RD - 401k drawing and Social Security pension implications by beckdeisimoniei
Hi, I am planning to retire in RD and wondering how my drawing on my USA 401k and my USA pension will be taxed; any help? thanks.
Your pension and Social Security will be taxed as normal in the USA. Read More
Filing US taxes. by cindyscruise
We moved here in Sept as retirees. We use my sons address in the US for social security and pensions that are direct deposited to a YS bank. When we file taxes do we use that address or do you file using your Dominican address. I also understand we ...
That is correct Legs; I do not pay or file any state taxes since leaving NJ in 2016. Read More
Filing US taxes. by cindyscruise
We moved here in Sept as retirees. We use my sons address in the US for social security and pensions that are direct deposited to a YS bank. When we file taxes do we use that address or do you file using your Dominican address. I also understand we ...
Hi cindyscruise, I am a retired American living here in DR for three years now. I have two pensions and social security. All are direct deposited into my US bank from which I make monthly transfers to my Banreserva dollar account. I have and use on ... Read More
Health Insurance by JulianTorrez
Looking for health insurance for myself and two children in DR. Which companies are the best and are the least expensive. I live in Santo Domingo
Hi Planner, 3 years ago you helped me with information to get my health insurance; well now I'm seeking your advice once again! My brother in law, Dominican with US citizenship has returned to live out his days here in Santiago. He is 70 years ... Read More
A CLOSER LOOK by groby57
A Closer Look 0001 Where is home? Ascending through the clouds, coming into view was the lush vegetation and visual beauties of an island not yet known to many, yet known to a few as home. The island has its very own rhythm and dance. No matter ...
Welcome home Groby57 anxiously waiting for good readings!!!!!!!!!! Read More
It's a wonderful LIFE !!! Santiago de los Caballeros by groby57
Before I attempt to sound like a well established expat, both financially and culturally, I first need to establish the fact that I am neither of these two elements. For me, this is a journey. After a divorce several years ago, I began to evaluate ...
Hi nall, has anyone heard from Senor Groby.....miss his posts. Read More
So Much to Share by bridgetanddav
Hi Everyone, My name is Bridget and I joined the site last year. Then in the planning stages of moving full-time. Well we're here. We said, "we'd be living on an Island by the age of 50." My husband turned 50 Feb 4th and we ...
Hi bridgetanddav, I live here in Santiago, 2 years now and I am applying for my citizenship (spouse is Dominican). I know I need another FBI report but do you know if it is possible to do it from here or do I need to return to the US? Thanks! Read More
BULLDOG
Roger that Planner and thanks!!! I'll standby and hope for the best! Read More
BULLDOG
Hello everyone, I'm not sure if I should be asking my question here so if not please get me going in the right direction! I did post an ad in the classifieds but I feel I'll get a better response here in the forum. I'm looking to ... Read More
Residency by Geniza
Hello Expat community! I'm a dominican american, first generation in the US. I'm moving to DR soon and want to know who has info on residency. What the requirements are? And any details or online resources/phone numbers you may have. ...
Hi, I'm an American male married to a Dominican born US citizen. We moved here to Santiago in October 2016, I have my residencia temporal (long, painful, expensive process). We went to the Junta Central in Santiago, filled out a few forms, paid ... Read More
NJ to Santiago
Thanks for the quick response!!!. Yes it is my wife that will be doing all the work!!! We will go to the consulate in NY next week and post what we learn. Read More
NJ to Santiago
Hi, I'm a new member retiring from the military and moving to Santiago with my Dominican born wife. We currently live in New Jersey and we are looking for information on shipping a small container (20' ??) and a vehicle that we own to ... Read More