cindyscruise
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Lives in Bávaro, La Altagracia
Speaks English A little Spanish
Registration: 17 January 2019
customs and cats by terrywilson3010
helloI don't think my post went through, so posting againWe are bringing our cat with us this year, however on the website it states the cat has to have a rabies shot 30 days prior to arrival,we HAVE had him vaccinated, but then realized it will ...
I think they are more concerned about dogs than cats Read More
customs and cats by terrywilson3010
helloI don't think my post went through, so posting againWe are bringing our cat with us this year, however on the website it states the cat has to have a rabies shot 30 days prior to arrival,we HAVE had him vaccinated, but then realized it will ...
When we brought my cat we had to get the health certificate (not all vets can do it and it was I think over $100) when we got to Punta Cana airport - they didn't even acknowledge I had the cat let alone ask to see any papers. Read More
Marbete (Car License) Renewal by Guest2022
Since Monday, renewal of one's car license (marbete 2019) is possible at various outlets throughout the country. This year INTRANT are making it very clear that the marbete cannot be renewed if there are outstanding fines to be paid by the ...
We live in Veron and they deliver ours Read More
No longer moderating by planner
I have resigned the volunteer position of moderating these forums. For somewhere around 14 or 15 years I have mostly enjoyed the roll. I have met a lot of new people and for that I am grateful. I am done being accused of various things. Now I ...
I am so sorry. You have been such a wealth of information. Like Lennoxev I too want to become a citizen. We are still in our renewal period. Your help, especially with health insurance has been invaluable. This issue almost made us go back to ... 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 ...
Thank you for this reminder. I am getting ours done today. It will be two of us. Do you think you will have 5? 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 ...
Definitely interested. I am 73 and my husband will be 74 in November. Not having insurance has really been scary for me. This will be such a blessing. Thank you for this. Read More
Online elementary school by cindyscruise
I have a friend in Miches and she is looking for an online school for her 8 year old daughter. She wants her daughter to have an English education. She had attended an American school on Punta cana but it closed with the pandemic. Living in Miches ...
Definitely not what she is looking for. It does sound like a joke. Read More
Online elementary school by cindyscruise
I have a friend in Miches and she is looking for an online school for her 8 year old daughter. She wants her daughter to have an English education. She had attended an American school on Punta cana but it closed with the pandemic. Living in Miches ...
thank you. she will check them out Read More
Online elementary school by cindyscruise
I have a friend in Miches and she is looking for an online school for her 8 year old daughter. She wants her daughter to have an English education. She had attended an American school on Punta cana but it closed with the pandemic. Living in Miches ...
Thank you. She does not want to send her daughter to the local school Read More
Online elementary school
I have a friend in Miches and she is looking for an online school for her 8 year old daughter. She wants her daughter to have an English education. She had attended an American school on Punta cana but it closed with the pandemic. Living in Miches ... Read More
New member purchasing a villa in Punta Cana by wendyandrey
Hello everyone, My name is Reynaldo and my wife's name is Wendy. She was born in La Vega and lived in La Capital. We currently live in Oslo, Norway and just purchased a Villa in Punta Cana. We have some help from family/ locales but as we are ...
Illumel has an outlet store on the second floor of its store. They do not deliver from the outlet store but will arrange for delivery. There is an Electro Lama in Veron that is good for appliances I had air conditioners put in by someone ... Read More
Vaccines required in Dominican Republic by Diksha
Hello everybody, When living or moving abroad, and in particular in Dominican Republic, vaccination against certain diseases is often required to enter the country or to avoid risks. We would like to ask you a few questions to help future ...
Do they not consider you legal if you have a cedula and residency even if it is temporary at this point. I own a house and car and we are going for retirement residency. One poster mentioned registration. HOw do ou do that? I had always hears ... Read More
Flying with a cedula by cindyscruise
We just got our cedula and temp residency in December. I am hoping to fly to the states in March. Do I show my cedula when leaving to avoid any fees. When I come back to I use my US passport or go to the dominican line? Thank you in advance. ...
Thank you. I don't have a Dominican passport just US one. Read More
Flying with a cedula
We just got our cedula and temp residency in December. I am hoping to fly to the states in March. Do I show my cedula when leaving to avoid any fees. When I come back to I use my US passport or go to the dominican line? Thank you in advance. ... Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
We came in with our cat - all paperwork in order. there is supposed to be someone there up to I think 5PM to check the papers etc. No one did. They just waved us through immigration with my cat carrier plainly in sight. When we booked our flight ... Read More
How to get a Marbete by cindyscruise
I understand we need to get a marbete in November. Can someone tell me how to go about this. We do not have a cédula yet only passport. Can it be done online? Thank you in advance
Thank you for your responses If you do online then you don't need the sticker? If you pay at the bank do they give you the sticker? Read More
How to get a Marbete
I understand we need to get a marbete in November. Can someone tell me how to go about this. We do not have a cédula yet only passport. Can it be done online? Thank you in advance Read More
barrel shipping
Is it possible to ship a barrel from the United States to Guyana? 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.
This is no different then if you lived in the US. You file income tax if your yearly income is above a certain point. Social security is taxed if you go above a certain income. So depending on other sources of income (pension, working etc) you ... Read More
Medication in Dominican Republic by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
There is one coming in today at Punta cana Air France I think. They are coming in empty. Definitely check with your embassy. Read More
Medication in Dominican Republic by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
There are still ferry flights leaving the DR. We just had friends leave for Canada and France 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 ...
Thank you that is what I needed. Read More
Filing US taxes.
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 ... Read More
Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
I did not have #8 apostilled and it was not a problem. Also forgot that you must have birth certificate apostilled as well as marriage license if married. Read More
Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
I have applied as a retiree. This was the info I received from the New Orleans consulate which is where I got my VISA FOR RETIREE or PENSIONER REQUIREMENTS 1) Visa Aplication Form filled and ... Read More
Provisional residency through marriage to a dominican citizen by Elia86
Hello everybody, recently I've applied for a residency visa by marriage with a Dominican citizen to the Dominican Consulate in Rome, Italy. Currently I am waiting for the approval of my visa and if all goes well, I will join my wife next ...
It took us 7 days at the New Orleans Consulate office Read More
Medical Test For Visa by bluej91
For anyone that has went through the medical exam for the visa process, I would like some advice. Is there a specific service that should be requested to get the medical certificate? I have all my required paper work with the exception of the ...
I used the consulate in New Orleans but they are the same requirements. I had my birth certificate, marriage license, FBI report, pension income translated and apostilled. My social security statement just translated. My letter from the school ... Read More
Medical Test For Visa by bluej91
For anyone that has went through the medical exam for the visa process, I would like some advice. Is there a specific service that should be requested to get the medical certificate? I have all my required paper work with the exception of the ...
From the Unites States and I just did what Uncle Buck suggested and had no problem with the consulate. My doctor emailed me the statement and I printed it out and submitted with my other paperwork. Not apostilled or notarized. The consulate did ... Read More
DR based medical insurance questions by windeguy
I have a few questions that came up in a conversation about DR medical insurance: 1) Can someone who is not a legal resident in the DR purchase and be covered by a DR medical insurance plan like ARS Palic, Humano, Universal, etc? 1a) With no ...
What is expensive. I am in the same boat at 70 and hate to have to travel back to states for minor medical care Read More
Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
I just received this from the Consulate in New Orleans fir US residents for retiree residency Hi, the requirements are: VISA FOR RETIREE or PENSIONER REQUIREMENTS 1) Visa Aplication Form filled ... Read More
Shipping my prescriptions by cindyscruise
I know mail forwarding has been addressed but I am so overwhelmed with our move at this point I need to get it clear. My husband gets medicine mailed to him from the VA. My Mom also has mailed to her. How do I now get this to us in Punta Cana. Our ...
Thank you for all your replies. The closer I get to the move the more I find I need to do. Moving with a 95 year old Mother is not easy Read More
Shipping my prescriptions by cindyscruise
I know mail forwarding has been addressed but I am so overwhelmed with our move at this point I need to get it clear. My husband gets medicine mailed to him from the VA. My Mom also has mailed to her. How do I now get this to us in Punta Cana. Our ...
So EPS near Nacional is that the same as a mail forwarder? We will be living in Veron so that may be an option. Thank you Read More
Shipping my prescriptions
I know mail forwarding has been addressed but I am so overwhelmed with our move at this point I need to get it clear. My husband gets medicine mailed to him from the VA. My Mom also has mailed to her. How do I now get this to us in Punta Cana. Our ... Read More
A Large Percentage of Expats Don't Stay and Return Home by Guest2022
'Rocky M' and 'planner' highlighted in another thread, that apparently a large number of expats who relocate to the Dominican Republic don't stay beyond two years and return to their home country. I've heard this too through ...
Very interesting post. We are moving in September. We are selling everything here. That means no house to come back to if we decide not to stay. We plan on making the Dominican Republic our home but who can say what the future brings. Read More
Shipping furniture to DR by Launica
I'm planning on bringing some furniture (not a whole lot, just favorites) plus household items and some clothes (who am I kidding, lots and lots) from Fl. Would like some recommendations and information. Haven't moved in a while so I'm a ...
I am thoroughly confused by this system. We are taking some mattresses, recliner, 3 tvs, maybe 10 boxes. So we could drive it to Miami and use a mundanza to ship to our house in the DR. would we still need residency to avoid taxes and duty? Do ... Read More
Buying a car by jcrenshaw
I'm To DR trying buy me a used car any advice are help
I was planning on shipping my car but was advised not a good idea but if buying a car is so difficult and chancy I am unsure of what way to go now. Read More
Early Stages of Planning to move to Punta Cana by omp
My spouse (Kim) and I are in the early stages of moving from Ontario to Punta Cana. We are confirmed for a two week holiday in late March at an all inclusive to get familiar with area. Once we get a good idea of the lay of the land we are going ...
We had visited many times. each time we stayed in either an apartment or villa rather than an AI. We love Punta Cana. By going grocery shopping you can see the food prices. We also priced out appliances, tvs etc. There is a new supermarket in ... Read More
car license tag by cindyscruise
Ok planning on shipping my car. Hopefully will have residency by then. But I get so confused and the more I read the more confused I become. I understand that we have to pick the car up in person but then we have to drive it to our house in ...
Thank you. Sounds like more trouble than it is worth. Read More
car license tag
Ok planning on shipping my car. Hopefully will have residency by then. But I get so confused and the more I read the more confused I become. I understand that we have to pick the car up in person but then we have to drive it to our house in ... Read More
The CONFOTUR LAW and its benefits by Kat11
When looking in Punta Cana at New Villas or condos there is a law that applies...the CONFOTUR Law No.158-01 which is "Promotion of Tourism". The law is aimed at projects in tourist real estate destinations in order to encourage tourism in ...
So how do you know if your development is getting this but does not say so. 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 ...
Try hour republic. Go past the BAM then turn left at the pharmacie, take the next right. You will see the mexican restaurant and hour republic is right next to it. Presidente were 125 pesos. Mixed drinks I don't remember but I don't ... 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
Cannot believe that I was just quoted $1243 per month for basic health insurance. I realize I am 70 but for that I will take my chances or come back to states and use my US insurance 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 ...
Bridgetanddav How is the residency coming along? Did you have the physicals yet? We had a lawyer quote us $2000 per person. I thought that was crazy. 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
Is there any insurance available is you are over 65 (I am 70) that won't cost me $400+ a month per person 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 ...
Where exactly will you be in the area? And yes it is a tourist area but we love it. Not sure if you are a walker but you can walk to the BAM market (pricey) El Dorado has a great French pastry shop. Last time we were there we used the same taxi ... 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 ...
There is a bus. And yes with the one main road in that area traffic can be crazy at times. We stayed in that area and used the bus to go to the Mall. When we did major grocery shopping we would take a taxi back home. 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 ...
So it’s at Palma Real. I know a consulate office is there but I didn’t know they file your paperwork. Great to know 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 ...
That’s the US consulate office? 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 ...
Thank you for checking. Bridgetanddav can you let us know exactly where you went? Was it right in the plaza San Juan? Or maybe next to the Jumbo in that mall? Read More
Visa Application Letter by tracy.england
Good afternoon. My name is Tracy England. My husband and I have purchased a home in the Dominican Republic with plans to retire there full time. The instructions we received from the consulate stated that we will be required to provide a Visa ...
I would love that too 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 ...
How is your residency process going. Did you have the medical exam yet? at Plaza San Juan did you have to make an appointment or did you just walk in. What is the name of the office - immigration? And where in the plaza is it located. I just ... Read More
Punta Cana Condo by GuestPoster153
My wife and I are renting an apartment in Cabarete right now, but will be moving to Punta Cana in December (and plan to buy a condo there). We thought we could start narrowing down where exactly we will try to find a condo in Punta Cana by looking ...
We were looking for a house to buy. We spent quite some time in Punta cana and made a number of trips. We rented then purchased. The HOA we read were in Spanish. We have a great lawyer. In one of the places we looked she said the translations we ... Read More
Early Stages of Planning to move to Punta Cana by omp
My spouse (Kim) and I are in the early stages of moving from Ontario to Punta Cana. We are confirmed for a two week holiday in late March at an all inclusive to get familiar with area. Once we get a good idea of the lay of the land we are going ...
Definitely get off the resort. Not sure which one you are staying at but try the local bars. Hour Republic was fun. The food trucks are great. Go to SuperLama and check out the cost of the appliances. Check our foods available at the markets. ... 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 ...
Boy did I type that bad. It was supposed to say this is first time not a renewal. 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 ...
Just double checking. This is your first tin Me getting residency. It's noypt a renewal. Where in the mall is it located. Did you just show up or make an appointment. Thank you in advance 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 ...
My email to Lufran was returned. Do you have an email for them. I know I am being a pest when you should be enjoying the beautiful sunshine. 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 ...
Thank you for the info. I just contacted your moving company 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 ...
Good question about duty. Did you pay since you did not have residency. We want to have before we ship 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 ...
So you didnt get the 60 day visa in the states before you went. I didn't know there was an immigration office at San Juan plaza. It must be new 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 ...
I have a lot of questions for you. We bought a house in Veron. In Cuidad Del Sol. It will be completed around June. Probably will move in Sept. what shipping company did you use. I thought you had to go to Santo Domingo for residency? There is ... Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Dont 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 ...
Hi, my name is Cindy. Currently we live in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA. My husband and I just bought a house in the Punta Cana area. We will be moving sometime in August or September. We have been visiting for the last three years. My ... Read More