windeguy
American expat in Dominican Republic
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Registration: 01 June 2018
ARSSeNaSa plan Larimar. Admission check ? by Karel44
We (my wife and I, both over 80) want to emigrate to the Dominican Republic soon. We therefore want health insurance, and we understand that for our age, only ARSSeNaSa is an option (plan Larimar). However, a medical check is also required for ...
@Karel44 Anyone 55 or older has to take the medical exam before being accepted by Plan Larimar of SENASA. I suspect it is because they will exclude all pre-existing conditions. For those , you will probably be paying out of pocket. This is just my ... Read More
All work (online also) DR is illegal without legal status in DR
There is a new set of laws regarding working in the DR. I asked the question about people who enter on a tourist card and work online (or off line or between the line or under the line 😀 in the DR). That is because all work done ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
@Tippj I went to police station, got finger printed and submitted that finger print card to the FBI to get mine. Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
That is odd because the DR stopped making birth certificates "too old" several years ago. Never made sense when they were too old. Read More
Buying a new car in Santiago by taccj9903
I live in Santiago and am in the process of buying a new car with Vegamovil. What I am trying to figure out is price negotiation. I know how this works back in the states but I am not sure how much off sticker price I should expect. According to ...
I ended up walking away. I was trying to buy a new Sorento listed at 49,990. It came down to me asking for floor mats and tinted windows—maybe a $350–$400 value according to the salesman. All they had to do was drop the price by a few ... Read More
Property in the east of Cabarete by lvriver34
Good morning! Buenos Dias!This is my first post on this platform, and I'm hoping this reaches the intended audience. I'm an American from the Northeastern part of the US. I've been staying in the DR for 6 months of the year and returning to the US ...
Been living in Cabarete full time since 2003. Originally from upstate NY. What project is it? Areas east of Cabarete tend to flood a lot. Hopefully your purchase is not in one of those areas. Good luck. Read More
Financial advisors for US expats living in the DR by Jennifer Storm Nelson
Hi, I am planning my move to the DR in 2027, and am working through the details. I am recently divorced, and am currently seeing a great financial advisor with Fidelity here in the US, where she is helping me manage my new investments since my ...
If you do go with Schwab, don't overuse the ATM . A friend of mine in Chile was dropped by Schwab over just that. As for an advisor in the DR? Don't. I had to get my advisor in the US to go through hoops to work with me, but it did work out at ... Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
@the tinker40 I did my DR citizenship without a lawyer. They actually encourage doing it that way. I did it via the marriage to a Dominicana spouse route a few years ago. Read More
Looking for more info on RD by reikiangelicalpr
Hi all!My name is Rosa. I’m Puertorican, looking for more info about Dominican Republic.I’m planning to move some time next year.i want to know more about employment opportunities in the hotel sector and requirements to buy a home.
If you need to work, I recommend you do not come to the DR. Your salary will be very low in comparison to what you can make elsewhere , even PR ... The DR is a place to come to retire once you have the means to do so. Read More
Hospital traumatológico de Sosúa by hwcems
Looking to relocate from NY to North CoastAny information on the new trauma hospital and where to apply for employmentThanksHoward
You will have to become a legal resident to work here. That means you have to have the financial ability to qualify for that. If you were "lucky" to get a job at that hospital. then can you live on 10,000 to 15,000 RD a month if you have fluent ... Read More
Anti Sex Tourism Raids in Sosua - will they work? Who knows by windeguy
By now most everyone in the DR has heard about the Attorney General trying to eradicate sex tourism in the DR. With a focus first and foremost on Sosua which has had more than a few days of raids by up to 600 police. Even the POTDR has mentioned ...
@windeguy Then they also need to change the laws. Since its not unlawful in the DR unfortunately! - @CHRISTOPHER DAVID56Prostitution will never be eliminated anywhere in the world at any time. That said: I expect the DR government will use the ... Read More
Anti Sex Tourism Raids in Sosua - will they work? Who knows by windeguy
By now most everyone in the DR has heard about the Attorney General trying to eradicate sex tourism in the DR. With a focus first and foremost on Sosua which has had more than a few days of raids by up to 600 police. Even the POTDR has mentioned ...
The Hard Rock Cafe is open in Sosua. I hope it does wellAnother famous business that ends in an S is also coming to Sosua, so I was told by a reliable source who has a business in Sosua, No idea what S business that is. I did hear a ... Read More
Anti Sex Tourism Raids in Sosua - will they work? Who knows by windeguy
By now most everyone in the DR has heard about the Attorney General trying to eradicate sex tourism in the DR. With a focus first and foremost on Sosua which has had more than a few days of raids by up to 600 police. Even the POTDR has mentioned ...
Sosua is being taken back by the people. They are going to have bi-weekly and hope to have weekly street festivals starting next weekend where they close one part of Pedro Clisante for that between 3 and 9 PM with things that are family and child ... Read More
Investing / Living in Sosua by Combies
As an American dreaming and working towards retirement in D.R. I stalk lots of real estate and facebook groups. When i look at all of these beautiful properties I cant help but wonder ”whats the catch?”Maybe it’s just me being a ...
There are people who bought pre-construction in Cabarete from a famous local builder. They have waited for YEARS past the promised delivery date with little recourse. One I knew sold the week he took delivery and left the DR in disgust. He said ... Read More
Anti Sex Tourism Raids in Sosua - will they work? Who knows by windeguy
By now most everyone in the DR has heard about the Attorney General trying to eradicate sex tourism in the DR. With a focus first and foremost on Sosua which has had more than a few days of raids by up to 600 police. Even the POTDR has mentioned ...
The noisy streets was probably the three block area around the main sex tourism region in El Batay at the west end of Pedro Clisante. Perhaps some bars with loud music , and "activity" ..Beach access, not an issue now and it won't be in ... Read More
Anti Sex Tourism Raids in Sosua - will they work? Who knows by windeguy
By now most everyone in the DR has heard about the Attorney General trying to eradicate sex tourism in the DR. With a focus first and foremost on Sosua which has had more than a few days of raids by up to 600 police. Even the POTDR has mentioned ...
Operation AtlanticoIt has happened before and almost always without lasting results.But this time, Operation Atlantico is serious. For several days, various actions have been underway to restore order to Sosúa's nightlife. Yeni Berenice ... Read More
Anti Sex Tourism Raids in Sosua - will they work? Who knows by windeguy
By now most everyone in the DR has heard about the Attorney General trying to eradicate sex tourism in the DR. With a focus first and foremost on Sosua which has had more than a few days of raids by up to 600 police. Even the POTDR has mentioned ...
Yes, the sex touirsts think Sosua will disappear without them. They are "The Saviours of Soua" only in their minds. I am sure some business owners are not happy, the mayor for one. If Sosua disappeared, the government will have won that ... Read More
Anti Sex Tourism Raids in Sosua - will they work? Who knows
By now most everyone in the DR has heard about the Attorney General trying to eradicate sex tourism in the DR. With a focus first and foremost on Sosua which has had more than a few days of raids by up to 600 police. Even the POTDR has mentioned ... Read More
As of April 1 cash cannot be used to pay overstay fines by windeguy
It has been reported that as of April 1, 2024 all overstay fines for those from tourist card countries that illegally overstay their 30 day tourist cards cannot be paid for in cash. These fines must be paid by credit card, or perhaps a ...
I would call it a regulation to pay only with pastic. There is little regarding the overstay fines that is found in actual laws since the overstay fines themselevesa are extra legal work arounds to overstaying a 30 day tourist card. Read More
Bank account(s) in pesos or dollars (or both)? by wondering9
I finally got a bank account 😀😀😀 and all I can say is to echo other people's comments that the requirements can vary from one bank/branch/employee/day to another so bring as much paperwork as you can think of and be prepared ...
Its just easier and more convenient to have both! Period. - @planner Exactly the reason for having both. Get both. Read More
Most common scams in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Dominican Republic as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online ...
People will say thay can do a job for you and they are completely inept at it. Get references and see their work they did for others. Money changers on the street might cheat you. Use Caribe Express or Western Union to change money. Banks don't ... Read More
Most common scams in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Dominican Republic as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online ...
If you avoid using a lawyer, you will avoid the most costly and frustrating scams in the DR. I avoid lawyers like the plague they are. Read More
Any expats from California by walter1107b
Any expats living in DR from California?As I have visited several times, I've noticed most of US expats there are from the east coast. I am looking to start a community there once i received my unit and would be nice to connect with Cali ...
I lived in Fremont for 10 years before moving to Cabarete in 2003. I was born and raised in NY state. Read More
Silver Beach Project by Bettihoenmann
Hi, I have invested in Noval Silver Beach. They started last year finally with the earth movements and preparation for the construction a lot of months ago. Since then no news. Anybody in the same situation and anybody knows everything new about ...
First rule of buying real estate in the DR:Don't purchase anything you cannot close in the morning and move in that afternoon. \ Read More
Arod and a 1 Billion USD investment in Luxury Tourism for Playa Grande by windeguy
https://dominicantoday.com/dr/tourism/2025/05/20/alex-rodriguez-and-collado-announce-us1-billion-investment-in-luxury-tourism/Miami, Florida.- Tourism Minister David Collado and former Major League Baseball star and entrepreneur Alex ...
I have been following a lot of this. As for Cabarete "repositioning" ok, right. Just blah blah blah. Illuminated golf, ok. I dont see that in and of itself as a major game changer but a welcome addition if and when it happens. Sadly I am jaded ... Read More
Arod and a 1 Billion USD investment in Luxury Tourism for Playa Grande by windeguy
https://dominicantoday.com/dr/tourism/2025/05/20/alex-rodriguez-and-collado-announce-us1-billion-investment-in-luxury-tourism/Miami, Florida.- Tourism Minister David Collado and former Major League Baseball star and entrepreneur Alex ...
I wll have about 500 new "neighbors" soon since I live in the development in front of the golf course and just in back of Mareal and Travieso in Cabarete. More condos and a supermarket are planned for just across the main highway in El Rocon. ... Read More
Arod and a 1 Billion USD investment in Luxury Tourism for Playa Grande by windeguy
https://dominicantoday.com/dr/tourism/2025/05/20/alex-rodriguez-and-collado-announce-us1-billion-investment-in-luxury-tourism/Miami, Florida.- Tourism Minister David Collado and former Major League Baseball star and entrepreneur Alex ...
Dominican-Argentine businessman Leonardo Wehe presented the repositioning strategy of the Cabarete tourist destination in Puerto Plata with his company Cabarete Tango. The company has an unprecedented proposal that combines luxury, culture, nature, ... Read More
Arod and a 1 Billion USD investment in Luxury Tourism for Playa Grande by windeguy
https://dominicantoday.com/dr/tourism/2025/05/20/alex-rodriguez-and-collado-announce-us1-billion-investment-in-luxury-tourism/Miami, Florida.- Tourism Minister David Collado and former Major League Baseball star and entrepreneur Alex ...
Well, they did cut in a few roads at Playa Bergantin and then nothing for months and months. Plaza construction at Sosua Beach is going at a snails pace. Lots of other smaller projects underway, especially by Leo and his group from Argentina, ... Read More
Arod and a 1 Billion USD investment in Luxury Tourism for Playa Grande
https://dominicantoday.com/dr/tourism/2025/05/20/alex-rodriguez-and-collado-announce-us1-billion-investment-in-luxury-tourism/Miami, Florida.- Tourism Minister David Collado and former Major League Baseball star and entrepreneur Alex ... Read More
Mail forwarding (envelopes, not packages) by wondering9
I've been reading previous threads on this topic but am still not sure how this works for letters rather than packages. I receive very little snail-mail and most of that could be handled via scans/emails rather than actually receiving the physical ...
I use EPS for any regular mail that needs to reach me. Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
Regarding my dual US/DR citizenship causing an issue for my US citizenship, I have no worries at all. The fake news about that was taken as real and that kind of thing happens all the time these days. One has to verify almost everything. Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
Just reporting what I read and confirmed. Supreme court also said all person's have the right to due process. At this point we all need to be aware of everything going on. As for the FBI background checks - they may be affected by staffing cuts as ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
Something else that keep in mind is the threat to remove American citizenship from everyone with dual citizenship. - @planner The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that a person born a citizen of this country (the USA) cannot lose their nationality ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
@ExpatRusher Great points; but now keep in mind what's happening in many of the US Government Agencies, so delays could or not start again from the Federal side in USA for immigration forms/ documents request and processing, just a thought and we ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
From a poster on DR1 https://dr1.com/forums/threads/not-a-buen-viaje.414793/Tuesday at 6:48 PM#1I spent the last 5 days in Dajabon at the Codei Villas. I will do a separate thread on that, but we had a great time.However, coming back was anything ... Read More
Moving to DR without residency (yet) by rgwsf
Dear All: maybe I can get some advises/answers here :). I have been leaving in DR for 1.5 years but yet to apply for the residency (not time no need... was). However, my house in Los Angeles might be sold within a couple of months (we did not ...
Everyone who does such an import will have a different story on how it went. Some will be good, some will be bad. It is all up to the agents you deal with and what they want to charge. Keep in mind if you live here on a tourist card, your ... Read More
Santiago vs. Puerto Plata by wondering9
So if my goal was to spend a couple of months exploring the north coast, using public transportation rather than a private car, which in your opinion would make a better base, Santiago or Puerto Plata? I know Santiago is inland, but it seems to be ...
Puerto Plata, Sosua or Cabarete.. Not Santiago. Read More
Pros and Cons between Scotiabank and Banco Popular? by Gylla
I am opening a bank account here in DR. I have heard mixed reviews about both banks. I was thinking about opening a Banco Popular account because their offices are everywhere. But a friend advised me that Scotia follows international banking laws ...
Yes , you do. Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@ExpatRusher Any reason you chose this route vs permanent residency? - @DRVisitor I cannot speak for them. I had permanent residency for years and was content to renew again... I did my renewals myself and I hated having to go to Santo Domingo ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
That brings the count to 3 so far. Anyone else? Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
I know of one person who failed to get a DR license and was in an accident. Their insurance did not pay out anything because they were technically driving here illegally. The insurance company said it was no different than handing the keys to a ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
I know people that drive here on US licenses for years without residency. No issues, yet. Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
When I received naturalization via marriage, there was no interview of my spouse involved. That is something new from when I did mine. I used a lawyer for nothing except notarizing some documents. In order to be a Notary in the DR they have a ... Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
Yes, they provide a list of questions and answers for the citizenship test. There might still be a link for them online, but it has been a few years and I no longer have that link. Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
IrishDRGuy, good luck with that. I have a bridge in Brooklyn for sale after your 6 months to get citizenship happens, or does not which is about 100% more likely. Some people believe what they are told by lawyers. Oh well, and so it goes. Read More
US Social Security benefits verification letter by wondering9
By any chance is there a USian out there who has recently gotten an apostille-able Social Security benefits letter? I have been trying for a month, had one employee promise and not send, and two others (one local, one national) insist that no such ...
ExpatRusher, the whining the lawyer did with regards to a post I had to remove had nothing to do with the process for getting residency or any other service they would provide. It was just a simple explanation of a law that many people ... Read More
US Social Security benefits verification letter by wondering9
By any chance is there a USian out there who has recently gotten an apostille-able Social Security benefits letter? I have been trying for a month, had one employee promise and not send, and two others (one local, one national) insist that no such ...
I dont think there is any such law. - @planner It was mentioned above that a poster could not share what a lawyer told them in this thread about SSA payments and the issues that one can face with verification letters. That was one reason for the ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
As mentioned above, CONFOTUR is here to stay—for now. The goal is to attract more people to move to the Dominican Republic, and once that objective is met, they may reconsider eliminating it, according to my attorney.I recently purchased a ... Read More
US Social Security benefits verification letter by wondering9
By any chance is there a USian out there who has recently gotten an apostille-able Social Security benefits letter? I have been trying for a month, had one employee promise and not send, and two others (one local, one national) insist that no such ...
Why is there a law in the DR that you cannot share legal advice from a lawyer? Just asking for a friend... Read More
Citizenship of the Dominican Republic or just resident by emetz55
What are the advantages of becoming a citizen of the Dominican Republic instead of just a resident.
I got 10 out of 10. The questions they asked required short answers, not full paragraphs. Read More
Moving from California to Punta Cana by Slin1953
The container that i am shipping from California to Punta Cana have my personal automobile, furniture ,tv appliancesi am planing to have my residence by the time that i move to PCdo i have to paid import duties on my ...
planner I have given up all hope of snowbird and digital nomad visas for the DR or anything aside from the 30 day tourist card for being legal. They just don't care about that with respect to people from tourist card countries. Read More
Moving from California to Punta Cana by Slin1953
The container that i am shipping from California to Punta Cana have my personal automobile, furniture ,tv appliancesi am planing to have my residence by the time that i move to PCdo i have to paid import duties on my ...
The only way a US citizen can lose citizenship is to renounce it. The USA wants to keep you as a citizen and tax you no matter where you are. Those of us from the USA can hold multiple citizenships. Importing a container at the non-proper time of ... Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@rgwsf He does and his wife is Dominican and all of that helps. - @planner Indeed she is. Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@windeguy Do you know Spanish? - @rgwsf I know enough to pass the 10 question citizenship test in Spanish which I had 3 days to study for, since they called me on a Monday and I took that test on a Thursday with a 10 out of 10. I can speak ... Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
@Profe Agayu I did all of the Dominican Republic Citizen Naturalization process without a lawyer. Didn't have that need in our case. My wife and I did everything ourselves. Congratulations on completing the process, few of us go that way and stick ... Read More
Need opinion for 3 retirement home communities by Balvy68
What is best out of Casa Linda, Sosua Ocean villige (sov) and Hispanola .
It can now take an hour to get through just Sosua's backed up traffic. It is especially bad coming into Sosua from the Puerto Plata direction. The more that move here, the worse it will get. Read More
What you can and can't buy in the DR by wondering9
So I'm downsizing prior to the move, and curious about what kinds of household items will be easy to replace locally and what you might want to bring with you and/or might find yourself ordering from Amazon later. Does anyone have opinions or ...
I did not move a car. The nightmare stories of doing so at the time stopped from doing so. Those nightmare stories continue to this day, but you might be a lucky one. Read More
What you can and can't buy in the DR by wondering9
So I'm downsizing prior to the move, and curious about what kinds of household items will be easy to replace locally and what you might want to bring with you and/or might find yourself ordering from Amazon later. Does anyone have opinions or ...
I had a container shipped when I moved two decades ago. Glad I did. I order many things that are cheaper to have shipped in using a freight forwarder than buying them here. But that is just me and it is on a case by case basis. Very frequently it ... Read More
What you can and can't buy in the DR by wondering9
So I'm downsizing prior to the move, and curious about what kinds of household items will be easy to replace locally and what you might want to bring with you and/or might find yourself ordering from Amazon later. Does anyone have opinions or ...
I have no idea what a instapot was so I would have to google that. Never seen an items sold as such here. Looks like a brand name that is not sold here after a google search. I moved a full container when I relocated decades ago. Glad I did. But, ... Read More
Need opinion for 3 retirement home communities by Balvy68
What is best out of Casa Linda, Sosua Ocean villige (sov) and Hispanola .
As others pointed out, they are very different locations. Costs, fees, maintenance , etc all very different. No way to know what you personally would like best. I personally recommend everyone wanting to live in the DR to go to Punta Cana. Taking a ... Read More
Request for DR Driver's Manual Electronic Copies? by ExpatRusher
BOTTOM LINE UP FRONT: Does anyone have an electronic copy of the DR/Intrant Driver's Manual and Category 02 Manual they could send to me? Please advise via DM or whatever, and I'll provide an email to send it to. It would be very much ...
Sorry to hear about the issues. The local INTRANT office was very helpful in my getting my DR license after I arrived from the USA.. By the way, your foreign license is valid for 30 days after you entered the DR. Simply because that is how long ... Read More
What is the motorcycle culture in the DR ? by bigboiron
Anyone ride HD motorcycle? What is the motorcycle culture in the DR. Any HD motorcycle groups? I am talking big HD bikes like Street Glidesand Road Glides, big engine bikes. I would love to ridethe DR on two wheels.
Good grief. Motorcycles here account for around 65% of accidents and 64% of all road deaths. You can argue all you want. The facts are the facts. - @planner Indeed. Drivers here are terrible. They don't care if you are on a motorcycle. The DR is ... Read More
how do you vet a lawyer in the DR (besides word of mouth)? by wondering9
I'm wondering what I should do, besides word of mouth, to check out a Dominican Republic immigration lawyer. Is there an organization similar to, for example, the American Bar Association, that has a list of all lawyers in good standing? I looked up ...
For those from the USA that might need a criminal background check below is the FBI's page for that. I got mine after going into a police station while visiting friends in Rochester NY, then mailing the fingerprint card I had them take, etc.. ... Read More
Applying for gun permit by bigboiron
Can you get a permit to have a weapon before residency?
As for a criminal report: here is the wording: Si residió durante los últimos cinco años en el extranjero, deberá presentar un certificado de “No Antecedentes Penales,” apostillado por el consulado ... Read More
Applying for gun permit by bigboiron
Can you get a permit to have a weapon before residency?
I'm not positive, but I believe you need to be a citizen to have a gun permit. - @UncleBuck You have to be a legal permanent resident. Its all here: ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
planner, you had a Dominican Truth in your post. "She knows how things are supposed to work and how they actually work"So often, those are two different things here. Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
@Melisa_EmigrateI recently met with an Attorney, Abreu, who said that is not the case. I am really confused. - @amicably33 Hilarious , just Hilarious. The person you mention being in jail might provide a clue. Read More
how do you vet a lawyer in the DR (besides word of mouth)? by wondering9
I'm wondering what I should do, besides word of mouth, to check out a Dominican Republic immigration lawyer. Is there an organization similar to, for example, the American Bar Association, that has a list of all lawyers in good standing? I looked up ...
Every single lawyer I have dealt with (outside of those doing simple legal translations) I have had issues with. The first time was a lawyer doing my residency. She did not get the proper birth certificate and that showed up more than 10 years ... Read More
Industrial pharmacist jobs in DR by Aamna Hamid
Hey, I'm from Pakistan and I completed my pharm D degree recently. I was looking for a job in Dominican republic. Please do help me with the procedure and requirements for foreigners. Is there any eligibility test for the license or Pakistani ...
The DR is a place to come to and retire. Not to get $600 US a month working, if you are lucky. Read More
Universal vs Humano experience and some questions by colmcb
Looking for some input from people who have experience with either, or both. I've tried to keep up with all the information I can find on them and I'm wondering if anyone can tell me what the big difference is between the two if you currently have ...
@windeguy So you believe only those who can afford health insurance should be treated and to hell with everyone else - @JRP55 I never said that only those that could afford health insurance should have it. The DR sets those laws, not me. DR ... Read More
US Citizen working from DR for a US Company. by Michael C Mitchell Sr.
I'm a US Citizen that would like to work Remote from the DR for a US Company.I will not own any property, but I will rent an apartment.The Tax situation is confusing for the Corporation. Where can I find the correct information?
For the rentista visa, you have to have a 5 year proven record of making the minimum per month in passive income. - @ddmcghee And passive income is not from being employed. Some people might not understand that point. Read More
US Citizen working from DR for a US Company. by Michael C Mitchell Sr.
I'm a US Citizen that would like to work Remote from the DR for a US Company.I will not own any property, but I will rent an apartment.The Tax situation is confusing for the Corporation. Where can I find the correct information?
It is true that those from tourist card countries can stay forever and ever and that is a long time, Also they can driver on their foreign licenses for years which technically are valid for only 30 days. Some even work here. As ... Read More
US Citizen working from DR for a US Company. by Michael C Mitchell Sr.
I'm a US Citizen that would like to work Remote from the DR for a US Company.I will not own any property, but I will rent an apartment.The Tax situation is confusing for the Corporation. Where can I find the correct information?
Not an expert on current residency having done mine back in 2001. The resdicency visa goes in your passport to start the process. Sounds like you need a new passport with longer valid period. You get the residency visa in your home ... Read More
US Citizen working from DR for a US Company. by Michael C Mitchell Sr.
I'm a US Citizen that would like to work Remote from the DR for a US Company.I will not own any property, but I will rent an apartment.The Tax situation is confusing for the Corporation. Where can I find the correct information?
Very confusing. Maybe Rentier? Not sure - @Michael C Mitchell Sr. https://migracion.gob.do/en/servicio/renter-residence/ To whom this service is intendedForeigner who enters the Dominican Republic in order to establish residence in the country, and ... Read More
Health Related Jobs by augustinekwameasiedu
Dear Sir/MadamI hope this message finds you well. My name is Augustine Kwame Asiedu, and I am a diploma-registered mental health nurse from Ghana with eight years of professional experience. I am currently seeking assistance and guidance in my ...
The replies about the futility of a job search here are specific to working for someone else. Not starting your own business. If the person asking the question were a brain surgeon , the answers would be the same. Do not come here and try to do ... Read More
US Citizen working from DR for a US Company. by Michael C Mitchell Sr.
I'm a US Citizen that would like to work Remote from the DR for a US Company.I will not own any property, but I will rent an apartment.The Tax situation is confusing for the Corporation. Where can I find the correct information?
You need to see if you qualify for residency. - @planner Precisely, People sometimes assume they can get legal residency here, but do not have the qualifications to do so. Check here to see if you qualify: ... Read More
Health Related Jobs by augustinekwameasiedu
Dear Sir/MadamI hope this message finds you well. My name is Augustine Kwame Asiedu, and I am a diploma-registered mental health nurse from Ghana with eight years of professional experience. I am currently seeking assistance and guidance in my ...
I guess the poster does not yet understand the futility of what they are asking. The DR is not a place to come and work . Read More
EXTENDING TOURIST VISA TO 120 DAYS by goinforit
As I recall there is a way to extend your tourist visa online from 30 days to 120 days.Does anybody have experience in doing this and if so, can you provide the requirements andwhere to apply online?
Legal residency is the only way to stay in the country legally. That is why there is a legal residency program. Paying for extra time does not mean you can drive legally past 30 days on a foreign license, for example. Anything else past 30 ... Read More
EXTENDING TOURIST VISA TO 120 DAYS by goinforit
As I recall there is a way to extend your tourist visa online from 30 days to 120 days.Does anybody have experience in doing this and if so, can you provide the requirements andwhere to apply online?
People from tourist card countries enter the DR visa free.Paying money does not "extend a visa" of any kind for such people. There is a legal residency program for those that want to legally be in the DR. Tourist card country people can legally ... Read More
Purchasing a house by Dramcumar
Have anyone heard about purchasing a house in the barrio and not getting a title
Many Barrio homes have no title. Just a bill of sale not really worth the paper it is printed upon. Not recommended, but people will do it. Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
@planner Do you think they will eliminate confotur? any idea when they take decision on it? - @honla From what I have seen in the news, all the changes have been abandonded So for now, everything remains the same. Read More
New Tax Proposals and their impact by windeguy
Here is a thread to discuss the new tax proposals and their impacts susch as removing CONFUOTUR, taxes on all imports even under $200 USD in value, etc.
The new tax proposals have been abandonded. We will have to see if there are other proposals in the future. https://listindiario.com/la-republica/gobierno/20241019/son-razones-abinader-retiro-proyecto-modernizacion-fiscal_830169.html Read More
New Tax Proposals and their impact by windeguy
Here is a thread to discuss the new tax proposals and their impacts susch as removing CONFUOTUR, taxes on all imports even under $200 USD in value, etc.
Apparently the application of taxes under US 200 would violate CAFTA or one of those agreements. Lets see what they do.Yes this gov't has majorities so they really can push through their agenda. Let hope ... Read More
New Tax Proposals and their impact by windeguy
Here is a thread to discuss the new tax proposals and their impacts susch as removing CONFUOTUR, taxes on all imports even under $200 USD in value, etc.
Hmmm...I'm surprised at that! I would think that most small imports—total packages under $200—would be coming by air. Most freight forwarders have pretty high weight minimums for maritime transport. I know with CPS, the minimum is 70 ... Read More
New Tax Proposals and their impact by windeguy
Here is a thread to discuss the new tax proposals and their impacts susch as removing CONFUOTUR, taxes on all imports even under $200 USD in value, etc.
https://dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2024/10/08/government-expects-tax-reform-to-take-effect-in-january-2025/Santo Domingo.- The Dominican government anticipates that its Fiscal Modernization Project, presented at the National Palace, will take ... Read More
New Tax Proposals and their impact by windeguy
Here is a thread to discuss the new tax proposals and their impacts susch as removing CONFUOTUR, taxes on all imports even under $200 USD in value, etc.
The tax reform is a proposal and gettting pushback in many areas. However the PRM is fully in charge of the government, so they can still make it so: ... Read More
New Tax Proposals and their impact by windeguy
Here is a thread to discuss the new tax proposals and their impacts susch as removing CONFUOTUR, taxes on all imports even under $200 USD in value, etc.
It is said that the elimination of the $200 USD exclusion on duty will decrease the number of exports from the DR because fewer ships will be sent to the DR instead of returning empty they take exports from the DR. Fewer ships would mean ... Read More
New Tax Proposals and their impact
Here is a thread to discuss the new tax proposals and their impacts susch as removing CONFUOTUR, taxes on all imports even under $200 USD in value, etc. Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
What I understand is the government does not feel the tax breaks provided by CONFOTUR, which is its primary reason for existing, are not necessary, and the such touristic development will continue without those tax breaks.I suppose the minor ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
In the fiscal update it is proposed to eliminate CONFOTUR. If this is made law then obviously it won't qualify for residency. -@plannerI am not sure why attracting more legal residents via CONFOTUR is a bad thing and woulld be eliminated.Anyone ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
Everyone has to do the residency process or work visa process. Everyone. -@plannerYet I know many who live in the DR illegally . Arriving on tourist cards, driving for years on foreign licenses ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
Thank you for the explanation that includes property bought under CONFOTUR. There are people that think buying any house over the threshold qualifies them for legal residency and that is not true. Question: Are most if not all CONFOTUR ... Read More
Cost of electricity by sharonnickerson
Has anyone with solar panels had their electric bill go off the charts ? mine went from 40 pesos to 49,000 and then have to fight for a discount! I have 54 panels
@plannerI wish we had such an option in Cabarete. But we plod on with EDENORTE. Do you recall seeing the government plans to disband the corrupt and unreliable EDE's countrywide? I wonder where those plans are now... Read More
Pros and Cons between Scotiabank and Banco Popular? by Gylla
I am opening a bank account here in DR. I have heard mixed reviews about both banks. I was thinking about opening a Banco Popular account because their offices are everywhere. But a friend advised me that Scotia follows international banking laws ...
Entering the DR on a tourist card, you can open a bank account within 30 days. You will need to know what documents the bank needs in order to do that. So contact the bank directly for that information. Read More
MLS type service update by john3333
As far as a fully functional MLS as per the US and Canadian MLS systems, no we are not there yet.Let me give you some background on who we are and why we have launched this website.I have lived in Sosua for almost 2 years and my partner Ed the ...
Since I don't use credit cards in the DR because of it being cloned twice before, I missed the lack of cedulat needed to use one. I think that is a mistake to not require it. As for the cedula being required for realtors, let us hope that ... Read More
Import new Vehicle from US by tylerbruce7
Does anyone have experience or know the cost to import a new US made vehicle into Dominican Republic? To be specific, it will be a "Moke". I understand shipping but the customs, duties and taxes are unclear.
Regarding parts. I was on of the first to purchase a new Hyundai Santa Fe in 2003 in Santo Domingo. I became an expert at importing parts for it because the dealer, Magna Motors, did not stock them. Beware that the car you buy has a supply of parts ... Read More
Import new Vehicle from US by tylerbruce7
Does anyone have experience or know the cost to import a new US made vehicle into Dominican Republic? To be specific, it will be a "Moke". I understand shipping but the customs, duties and taxes are unclear.
When DR-CAFTA came on line, the idea was to get rid of tarrifs and duty on US made products including cars in the DR. When that happened, the DR jacked up it's first license taxes which all but eliminated the benefit of the duty ... Read More
Local currency vs usd by Tafaf NatatRayay Nafermul Min
What is the ratio of local currency vs usd? Where would an affordable apt with ac located? Can I live on $1400 usd/ month?
$1,400 of income would not even qaulify a person to become a legal resident, let alone live here comfortably. Don't do it. Come and vacation and then return to where you are already living on that. Where is that, by the way? When ... Read More
MLS type service update by john3333
As far as a fully functional MLS as per the US and Canadian MLS systems, no we are not there yet.Let me give you some background on who we are and why we have launched this website.I have lived in Sosua for almost 2 years and my partner Ed the ...
If the DR starts to require Realtors to be legal residents or citizens (a cedula is required), could a person just hire a Dominican or legal resident to be the figure head for his business and do the sales anyway? Is that ... Read More
Rude & Disrespectful Folks in Punta Cana by Conifer
no respect for personal space.no order, everyone cuts in linepeople look you up and down to judge you based on appearance.no smileno seeking to understandif they can cheat you off of 50 pesos at the market, they willno one follows instructionsyou ...
Confier. nothing unusual about any or all of those behaviors throughout the DR. I am reminded of these things each and every time I have to drive somewhere and observe just the driving behavior which puts us all in danger. Afte 21 years ... Read More