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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Remitly issue by wondering9
I'm trying to transfer money from a US bank to Banco Santa Cruz via Remitly. It's not going smoothly, and I thought I'd check here to see if anyone has had a similar experience or otherwise has light to shed on this.The transfer has been kicked back ...
So Jan 2 is not a holiday so you can try it! Monday is the holiday, which was moved from Tuesday to make a long weekend Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Welcome to the forums! Use the search function for info on the Las Terrenas area! Ask your questions and we will help as much as possible. Read More
Import tax exemption for houshold goods? by simonr69
We move in April from Switzerland to the DR. and we can pick up our Cedula for temporary residency which was been approved.Therefore we send a 20ft container with our household goods to the DR. I have the knowledge that we could get a import tax ...
I suggest you consult the shippers from your end. Find one who has done this before and has a customs agent on this end. If you used a lawyer for residency ask that lawyer as well Read More
Import tax exemption for houshold goods? by simonr69
We move in April from Switzerland to the DR. and we can pick up our Cedula for temporary residency which was been approved.Therefore we send a 20ft container with our household goods to the DR. I have the knowledge that we could get a import tax ...
Your first residency as a non voting expat gives you the ability to bring in a container with certain exemptions. There are a bunch of rules attached to this so make sure you understand them. Read More
health insurance: Senasa as of late 2025 by wondering9
So has Senasa now graduated from "pretty grim" to "completely broken"?I've been trying to follow the news but most articles I've read focus on the scandal/big shots caught with their hands in the flour rather than what it means for the system and ...
At this point it's too early to say. This scandal looks to be getting bigger and bigger. Read More
Private health insurance for expats aged 65+ by robertinvan
Hi allWe will be moving permanently from Canada around June/24. One of us is 66, the other 51. My question is anbout finding a company that will provide health insurance for someone 65+.Have any expats pursued obtaining private health insurance ...
I have a large group with Humano and every policy has health questions! No physicals generally required! Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Welcome to the forums. Lots to read on here and feel free to ask your questions or start new threads! Read More
Private health insurance for expats aged 65+ by robertinvan
Hi allWe will be moving permanently from Canada around June/24. One of us is 66, the other 51. My question is anbout finding a company that will provide health insurance for someone 65+.Have any expats pursued obtaining private health insurance ...
@Pbert_62 Absolutely it's possible. I will send you a private message! Read More
Prescription medication by andreasollazzo
Hi there , we are thinking of relocating to the Dominican Republic now I have a question, I’m on an antidepressant named Effexor (Venlafaxine) does anybody know if they have this medication there?
Yes. Go to one of the main pharmacies Read More
Surprisingly efficient Dominican process! by ddmcghee
I've finally become sufficiently jaded so that nothing here in DR really surprises me! I have to admit, though, that I was pleasantly surprised on Friday with the speed and efficiency of getting an International Health certificate to take our dogs ...
Wow, seriously unusual!!!! Read More
Housekeepers cost Samana area by karynllanders
Can someone educate me of how much we can expect to pay a housekeeper per hour/day. i have gotten two quotes. first 1500/day for 3 hours. twice per week. She said she wouldn't do windows. WHAT?? the second quote was for 18000 per month. ...
Paying more than 1,000 Rd for a 3 hour day would be out of line in my opinion. However, depending where you are located you may want to add transportation to that! Best way to find someone is from others in your area or recommendations! Read More
Surprisingly efficient Dominican process! by ddmcghee
I've finally become sufficiently jaded so that nothing here in DR really surprises me! I have to admit, though, that I was pleasantly surprised on Friday with the speed and efficiency of getting an International Health certificate to take our dogs ...
Wow! Read More
Lishali Baez - totally worthy of all the praise! by ddmcghee
Okay, I've known for 6 years, along with many of you, just how awesome Lishali is for residency. I now know that her expertise, professionalism, knowledge, and persistence extend well beyond Migracion! I closed on the sale of my house here in DR ...
@Bhavna Thanks honey! Happy holidays Read More
Lishali Baez - totally worthy of all the praise! by ddmcghee
Okay, I've known for 6 years, along with many of you, just how awesome Lishali is for residency. I now know that her expertise, professionalism, knowledge, and persistence extend well beyond Migracion! I closed on the sale of my house here in DR ...
I requested they "unmoderated" the links.That is our agreement on the DR English forums Read More
Remitly issue by wondering9
I'm trying to transfer money from a US bank to Banco Santa Cruz via Remitly. It's not going smoothly, and I thought I'd check here to see if anyone has had a similar experience or otherwise has light to shed on this.The transfer has been kicked back ...
I think the current issue is possibly volume. There is a ridiculous amount of money sent into the country in the month of December.Wise is also having issues this month, they just cannot get it all done on time! Read More