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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 ...
@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56 Do we know if this is the "semi standard list" or varies pending on residency applied for? Read More
Moving to Las Terrenas or Semana by Steverino7777
Hello,As I approach my 10th anniversary living seasonally in La Romana and Casa de Campo, I am seriously considering moving to a new winter home in the Las Terrenas / Semana area. I have only been to the cities of Semana and Las Terrenas but I am ...
@ddmcgheeWhat are the new developments doing? Using existing? expanding? Read More
Moving to Las Terrenas or Semana by Steverino7777
Hello,As I approach my 10th anniversary living seasonally in La Romana and Casa de Campo, I am seriously considering moving to a new winter home in the Las Terrenas / Semana area. I have only been to the cities of Semana and Las Terrenas but I am ...
Las Terranas lots of new construction happening 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 ...
@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56My cedula is only a year - did they make a mistake on yours? 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 ...
@wondering9 Is it demand or investments by expats for airbnb properties... 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 ...
@wondering9 Wasnt meant towards you if you are a local. The new construction is the cause of the upheaval and changes for locals. 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 ...
@planner I am not talking about one or two new construction projects which wont change an area- and doesnt happen over night the changes especially how slow construction is in the dr. I havent been to Sosua area in awhile or followed the ... Read More
Changes in Immigration policy by planner
Lishali and I were chatting! We started this thread to detail the changes that are happening! Lishali will post about them.By the way- her user was eliminated by Expat! So you will see her under a new name
Current update: Received my card and cedula probably the only part of process that was quick and painless - both offices quick which is not a common term in DR. Until next year for the renewal!-------------------------------------------------Updated ... 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 Once you see the new construction start the money will cause changes. I see that happening in las terranas and end of semana santa week in las terranas as we previously knew 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 ...
@karynllandersAt least I feel I am not the only one who took awhile but went thru different hoops to the finish line. Even though every case may bring similiarities you most likely have challenges along the way to deal with. No two cases will be the ... Read More
Wanting Residency and Ceduula? Look no further! by iamzacharias
Legal Residency Referral forAttorney Lishali Baez Mejiaby Ex-Pat Zachary “Zacharias” GFor those considering Legal Residency in the Dominican Republic.Let it be known that I cannot recommend any more highly the professional Residency ...
@ddmcgheeIf you dont mind me asking why the move from DR and to Panama. I have been to Panama few times. Read More
How many times can you stay 30 days by karynllanders
Hi DR folks, on another thread I asked about time for processing and approval of pensioners residencies. The question is now if I do not want to pay overstay fines how often can I come for 30 days in a year until I have a determination on my ...
@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56 Same with me but would this cause additional overstay fees as well if you did not leave on time? Read More
How many times can you stay 30 days by karynllanders
Hi DR folks, on another thread I asked about time for processing and approval of pensioners residencies. The question is now if I do not want to pay overstay fines how often can I come for 30 days in a year until I have a determination on my ...
@plannerIf your file is in process but the temporary visa expires in your passport this would not be an overstay? 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 ...
I dont know if you would call it a scam but if you got into auto accident. People come out from every where to help you - in the end looking for some money. 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 ...
I havent had happen in awhile but taxis use to never have gas and would stop at the gas station and expect me to pay for besides paying the taxi. Read More