Darlene
@planner
Canadian expat in Dominican Republic
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Santo Domingo
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 27 December 2010
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Retirement Visas by Pat Kitchen
My wife and I are in the process of obtaining retirement visas for the DR. We have been in contact with a couple of Dominican law firms. We are a bit taken aback with the fees they are charging. Also, we know there are going to be ...
Sadly you are unlikely to get correct information and the more you ask the more convoluted it will become. What's on the website may or may not match anything your are told by consulate officials and or lawyers Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
We could compile books and books of these stories! The lack of attention to detail is astounding to me. And this is definitely the right place to vent! Read More
Skin Cancer removal by Bucis
Hi everyone, I'm a senior from Canada and was just informed by my Dermatologist that I have some cancer on the face, just above my right temple. It has to be removed. I do have the Pathology report from back home that confirms this.Can the Sousa ...
@Bucis Good luck to you honey! Read More
Timing of the residency application process (2025) by wondering9
I was looking for an existing thread to tack this onto but couldn't quickly find one, so here's one more input to the "how long does it take?" question.I initiated the process of applying for a retirement residency in December 2024. It took...3 ...
Or maybe I could find myself a nice Dominican man, not a young gold digger looking for his cougar-money-bags-mama!! 🤣 - @Jennifer Storm Nelson Been here over 22 years, still single, still hoping one day to meet that nice Dominican ... Read More
Skin Cancer removal by Bucis
Hi everyone, I'm a senior from Canada and was just informed by my Dermatologist that I have some cancer on the face, just above my right temple. It has to be removed. I do have the Pathology report from back home that confirms this.Can the Sousa ...
Ps she is in Puerto Plata 809-609-5008 she has her own clinic. My friend just gave me her number! Read More
Skin Cancer removal by Bucis
Hi everyone, I'm a senior from Canada and was just informed by my Dermatologist that I have some cancer on the face, just above my right temple. It has to be removed. I do have the Pathology report from back home that confirms this.Can the Sousa ...
Yes this can be done but I do not recommend the hospital in sosua.Contact Angela Balbuena she is a dermatologist and will help you. Sorry I don't have her # Read More
Power Outages , blackout by nonick123
Hi ppl this is my first topic yay I moved to Punta Cana 2 months ago and I realized that there are many power outages. Only 3 weeks we had no power 3 times. Is it common in DR? Can it be worse than 3 times a week? I would like the opinion of ppl ...
Sorry I am of no help on this one. Read More
Timing of the residency application process (2025) by wondering9
I was looking for an existing thread to tack this onto but couldn't quickly find one, so here's one more input to the "how long does it take?" question.I initiated the process of applying for a retirement residency in December 2024. It took...3 ...
@Jennifer Storm Nelson Buying a home by itself does not qualify for the investor visa honey. Lishali will figure out your best options! Read More
Timing of the residency application process (2025) by wondering9
I was looking for an existing thread to tack this onto but couldn't quickly find one, so here's one more input to the "how long does it take?" question.I initiated the process of applying for a retirement residency in December 2024. It took...3 ...
@Jennifer Storm Nelson Yes you are going to need a lawyer. There are written and unwritten rules surrounding that category. Many of us on here recommend Lishali Baez, smart, efficient English speaking lawyer Read More
Timing of the residency application process (2025) by wondering9
I was looking for an existing thread to tack this onto but couldn't quickly find one, so here's one more input to the "how long does it take?" question.I initiated the process of applying for a retirement residency in December 2024. It took...3 ...
@Jennifer Storm Nelson You have received great info above For residency, how do you plan to qualify? Remote work income doesn't qualify you. Read More
My Experience Of Moving To Santo Domingo "STAY FOOLISHLY ORGANIZED " by Elia86
My motto here in DR is stay FOOLISHLY organized (sorry Steve for changing your quote lol), it says it all… A few months ago I promised to share with you my experience of moving in Santo Domingo. On 30th November 2017 I moved here from Italy ...
This is why many use lawyers. Yes it can be done by yourself but is that something you want to put yourself through?You gather all the appropriate documents, translate, aposcilate and submit to the Dominican consul office in USA that you choose.Then ... Read More
Forwarding of Amazon shipments by wondering9
I tried my first Amazon purchase from the DR, and one thing I hadn't thought about was how Amazon splits an order into multiple shipments, thus (I assume) making the forwarding from Miami much more expensive than it would be for a single package. ...
I have tried a few times and come to the conclusion that it's almost always better just to use the mail forwarder! Only very few items was it in my interest to buy direct and deliver direct. And they go through delivery drivers weekly it seems! ... Read More
Pre paid debit cards by steven31
Hello, have tried a few banks around the Bavaro area regarding pre paid debit cards visa. So far have had no luck even though searches on the internet saying they are available here in the DR. Please if anyone has managed to get please share ...
It's just a debit card with either visa or Mastercard logo. You can only spend what's in the account Read More
Trip For a couple to the North Coast by matt552
AnythiAUTUMNAnything much new on the north coast over the last 5 years as last time there? Started going to the DR 25 years ago but was always single, and now taking my fiance to enjoy the beaches. Thanks in advance for tips as landing in POP.
I will suggest staying at Playa Dorada. From there as home base there is lots to see and do! Read More
Managing meals in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Dominican ...
depending where you live everything is available including cornbread.I dont like dominican food very much. SO I snack or cook. and I cannot eat anything dominiican dairy at all Read More