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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 ...
Windeguy, yes and ....comfort ...is one of those emotional issues I mentioned above. But I'm looking forward to the experiment results. 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 ...
Lennox....its why I suggested the experiment. So starting today, let's see current data flood in, from those entering and leaving(since you reject past data that contradicts you). Even your supposed benefits are only theoretical, not ... 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 ...
Jean, they have only an emotional/legalistic argument, not a rational one. For some it's just that since they have blown thousands, and the time and hassle, they think everybody should. Regarding driving, once I even had my moto taken away by ... 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 ...
Jean Chris, thanks for corroborating what almost everybody knows. Indeed, I myself have also been reporting in every year on the very same. The only difference I've reported that it's now computerized, so you dont even have to fill in how ... 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 ...
Steverino, thank you for praising my sensible experiment. Read More
bringing things into the DR by felice1966
I just purchased a condo in. Cabereta i want to bring stuff in my luggage coffee maker wi fi camera towels ect .Am i better off just buying there or bring with ? Thank you
Recently somebody asked me to bring down an item for them. In order to do so , I would have had to to put it in stored luggage instead of my usual carry on only bag. I would have had to pay an extra $25US for the stored bag, plus the hassle. Yet ... Read More
Severance/Liquidation for Indirect Employees? by ddmcghee
We are selling our apartment here in Las Terrenas that we've used as a rental. With the apartment going to another owner, we are no longer in need of property management services. We were just informed that we have to pay severance for the ...
I have stayed at many serviced places and NEVER been shaken down like that. If it were the law, what are the odds that only I have been given a break? How many of you were hit up for paying employment benefits to other peoples employees? I'll ... 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 ...
Experiment suggestion: all those who are over 65, and henceforth buy hc insurance, please report here the coverage and what you paid. Since this has never been done before, let's start it now. 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 ...
To help resolve this issue I suggest that all people who return, who have previously been serial over-stayers, report if theyve even been questioned on it. Also, all overstayers who leave, please report if they did anything other than just make you ... 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 ...
Willie, you just gave a false analogy. Or does anybody in this group see predicting the future analogous to car driving? 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 ...
Lennox, You just ignored all the testimony, year after year, that we see about residency NOT being cheap, fast or easy. Or, you have subjective definitions for those terms. So to you, perhaps years and thousands of dollars and many trips to ... 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 ...
Yes, and the "safe side", keeps getting confirmed year after year........pay the airport shakedown on leaving...4000 pesos for most. 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 ...
Lennox, " expensive surprises in the future". Nobody can foretell the future, but we sure have a lot of actual history to go by, and some of us indeed keep confirming it. 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 ...
Chris...yes. Some guys here seem sort that they wasted so much time and trouble and money, when they didnt need to. For the average gringo tourist, snowbird you dont need it. This gets CONFIRMED, year after year. 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 ...
Jean Chris....exactly. And this tread runs year after year...claiming changes, yet nothing has. Read More
Severance/Liquidation for Indirect Employees? by ddmcghee
We are selling our apartment here in Las Terrenas that we've used as a rental. With the apartment going to another owner, we are no longer in need of property management services. We were just informed that we have to pay severance for the ...
did, then it's as I said...they asked...you paid. Another scam on gringos. Read More
Automobile business in DR by Looking For Her
Looking for some advice on a business idea I was working months ago and after several meetings with dealers and importers there, I was unable to gain the confidence and trust necessary to start this endeavor. Automobiles are expensive there due to ...
Looking for Her.......hope you appreciate all the advice, and please give us say, quarterly updates on how it's going. Keep track of your time too. Then we can factor that in, as well as the money you've blown, and if your hair has turned ... 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 ...
Sounds like they just collect the $300 per head and let the kids play. Read More
Severance/Liquidation for Indirect Employees? by ddmcghee
We are selling our apartment here in Las Terrenas that we've used as a rental. With the apartment going to another owner, we are no longer in need of property management services. We were just informed that we have to pay severance for the ...
Cltsid...when you said you "had to pay"....does that mean he asked for it and you just paid up? I have seen such many times. Read More
Automobile business in DR by Looking For Her
Looking for some advice on a business idea I was working months ago and after several meetings with dealers and importers there, I was unable to gain the confidence and trust necessary to start this endeavor. Automobiles are expensive there due to ...
Miller, it's not that no one is willing to give any encouraging info, but rather the fact that there is no such info. The deck is stacked against this activity. The comments are realism oriented. Read More
How to break up with a Dominican....asking for a friend!!! by planner
I am opening this thread for our new poster who needs our help. I will let him tell his story.....
Obe, didnt think you could account for the fact I mentioned. Read More
NOT EVERY DOMINICAN WOMAN IS BAD by ajjs3468
NOT ALL DOMINICAN WOMEN ARE BAD :thanks: :gloria * Hello, as every Dominican I am living in Germany, I regret the cases of deception suffered by both men and women when choosing a partner. My text is long but understanding me and classifying us ...
Probably nobody will give you their phone number. Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
Free person, in january and February we can predict it will likely be the same as the last years.....nobody will know how many have it, have had it in the past, how many are tested, how many are vaccinated. And locals will only wear masks or obey ... Read More
not all Dominican women are bad by ajjs3468
* Hello, as a whole Dominican I am living in Germany, I regret the cases of deception suffered by both men and women when choosing a partner. My text is long but to understand me and classify us all the same as you are not the exception. Rule # 1- ...
MVilla50, you're right, if gringos would only live and dance where the highest class locals do, they would meet higher class people. For that reason I tried to go the a governors ball......but they wouldnt let me in! Read More
How to break up with a Dominican....asking for a friend!!! by planner
I am opening this thread for our new poster who needs our help. I will let him tell his story.....
Oba, if "the same all over the world", why dont we hear of so many such stories from other country groups? Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
Wrong, I'm the guy that keeps giving specific examples of naivete by many of you guys. Read More
Property Manager in LT by modaisky1971
Has anyone ever dealt with Neli Celarc in Las Terrenas. We are trying to set up payment for a property and just checking to see if anyone knows her for safety before sending. Western Union is very sticky for this right now as there have ...
Kepit, if that's true, tell us the exact locator number for the LT scotiabank. And what do you fill in for...national ID? As gringos we dont have any national id. Read More
import tax by scorpiofr33
hey. any idea how much the tax would be when ordering phones online to come to the DR? they are apple so definitely over 200 dollars. any answers will be appreciated. i use BM cargo
Domicamike....you asked ...who said....it was Scorpio, the guy who did the OP. Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
What could be wrong with pointing out naivete? Read More
Property Manager in LT by modaisky1971
Has anyone ever dealt with Neli Celarc in Las Terrenas. We are trying to set up payment for a property and just checking to see if anyone knows her for safety before sending. Western Union is very sticky for this right now as there have ...
Modaisky, regarding sending money from Canada to dr, I know a guy who says he cant even send from his Scotiabank account in canada, to his local scktiabank account! Read More
import tax by scorpiofr33
hey. any idea how much the tax would be when ordering phones online to come to the DR? they are apple so definitely over 200 dollars. any answers will be appreciated. i use BM cargo
If you can afford to put your kid in a private school, why should the government subsidize your laptop? Read More
VPN information needed by GuestPoster671
What company offers the best VPN for the Dominican Republic?
Looks like nobody has heard of TOR. It works, and is free. Read More
VPN information needed by GuestPoster671
What company offers the best VPN for the Dominican Republic?
Free person......no, canada and the dr are different countries. You can use the internet with no connection at all with canada. This also applies to the rest of the world. Read More
Moving companies DR=> US reccos by Jwoddis
At some point we’ll need a moving company and o move us back to NY from las terrenas. Anyone had any experiences that weren’t horror stories?
In my years I've known and heard of many giving up on the dr. In most cases it was the wives who couldnt handle it. Read More
DOGS IN RESTAURANTS AND STORES by goinforit
We will be moving to Las Terrenas this November and have a small dog. Can anybody advise if restaurants and grocery stores will allow us to bring the dog into their businesses if we are carrying the dog in an over the shoulder carry bag ?
Mostly animals arent allowed in enclosed places, and no, it doesnt help to tell them your lapdog is part of your family. Read More
Moving companies DR=> US reccos by Jwoddis
At some point we’ll need a moving company and o move us back to NY from las terrenas. Anyone had any experiences that weren’t horror stories?
Jwoddis, pro-tip....sell or abandon everything. Read More
Shipping Via Luciano's by Golfne1
I have read so many poor reviews about theft with this company,. who are people using to send personal boxes etc, it seems to be cheaper than putting them on the airlines. Any help and direction would be appreciated
You can already buy 100lb sacks of rice, 5 gallon jugs of cooking oil, etc. In bulk from wholesalers. It's a weird form of charity to ship from overseas. Read More
Shipping Via Luciano's by Golfne1
I have read so many poor reviews about theft with this company,. who are people using to send personal boxes etc, it seems to be cheaper than putting them on the airlines. Any help and direction would be appreciated
At what net discount do you claim to get shipping that stuff in? Read More
Shipping Via Luciano's by Golfne1
I have read so many poor reviews about theft with this company,. who are people using to send personal boxes etc, it seems to be cheaper than putting them on the airlines. Any help and direction would be appreciated
Why would anybody bother shipping beans rice and oil? It's incredible. Read More
not all Dominican women are bad by ajjs3468
* Hello, as a whole Dominican I am living in Germany, I regret the cases of deception suffered by both men and women when choosing a partner. My text is long but to understand me and classify us all the same as you are not the exception. Rule # 1- ...
My friend mentioned above, rejects you guys. Read More
VPN information needed by GuestPoster671
What company offers the best VPN for the Dominican Republic?
What about TOR? Read More
NOT EVERY DOMINICAN WOMAN IS BAD by ajjs3468
NOT ALL DOMINICAN WOMEN ARE BAD :thanks: :gloria * Hello, as every Dominican I am living in Germany, I regret the cases of deception suffered by both men and women when choosing a partner. My text is long but understanding me and classifying us ...
In a, thanks for confirmó what everybody already knows....that not all girls in the dr are bad. Read More
Inf. requirements to open a Bank account in the Dominican Republic by ajjs3468
We have infinities of large, medium and small Banks in the DR below the most trusted. Opening a bank account in the Dominican Republic, for a foreigner, is not as simple as in other countries, since a series of steps and requirements must be met ...
Modaisky..yes and when you use the atm card here, the branch in canada doesnt charge a Penny. Read More
Inf. requirements to open a Bank account in the Dominican Republic by ajjs3468
We have infinities of large, medium and small Banks in the DR below the most trusted. Opening a bank account in the Dominican Republic, for a foreigner, is not as simple as in other countries, since a series of steps and requirements must be met ...
Uncle buck....Scotiabank s owned by scotiabank canada...its the parent company. A few years ago they bought Banco Progreso.. When they did..the local Scotia branch gave me an automatic account opening. Read More
Working in services in DR by PabloRutz
Hello everyone! A week from now I moved to DR and wish to find a job which allow me to settle here. I have already 15 years of experience working in services from bar view. Got all necessary skills, experience and truly love the job, maybe because ...
Pablo, you dont do your homework. I used to live in Puerto Plata, and I cant even imagine anybody paying you $1000/month plus board to work in a bar. They can pay a pretty girl $200, and no board. Your 16 years experience means nothing. Read More
Buying Property in DR by maggielola57
Hello. I am Magdalena from Canada. This is my first time posting on the Expat forum. I am from Ontario Canada, I have been in the process of moving to DR for the last two years. I am basically in desperate need of some advice as to buying a ...
Maddalena....pro tip.......kiss it off just walk away. Lick your wounds and get on in life and not be so naive in the future. Read More
How to break up with a Dominican....asking for a friend!!! by planner
I am opening this thread for our new poster who needs our help. I will let him tell his story.....
It's the very same in 2021, and I'm going to really stick my neck out here and make the bold prediction that it will be the same in 2031. Read More
Correspondence with Dominican women by countingdaze
Hi all, Before fully committing to relocation to the DR I wanted to see if I could meet at least one woman online with whom there may be a connection. I recognize that there's no substitute for meeting in person, but I'd like to have a ...
dmcghee, we've all met 'some', the outliers. And he is unlikely to meet any on computer hook up sites. Read More
Automobile business in DR by Looking For Her
Looking for some advice on a business idea I was working months ago and after several meetings with dealers and importers there, I was unable to gain the confidence and trust necessary to start this endeavor. Automobiles are expensive there due to ...
I've heard of such ventures being tried before, and that they had all failed...not worth the effort. The high tariffs are there for a reason and it's tough to get around them. The gov figures that if you're rich enough to afford foreign ... Read More
not all Dominican women are bad by ajjs3468
* Hello, as a whole Dominican I am living in Germany, I regret the cases of deception suffered by both men and women when choosing a partner. My text is long but to understand me and classify us all the same as you are not the exception. Rule # 1- ...
Dominicanadamike, I just relayed your message about 'similar age' to a friend, and she answered, "dont be ridiculous". She is about late 60s, and her current boyfriend is 23. Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
Different numbers? I told you guys ages ago that stats are mostly bogus. Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
'Accredited'? Looks like you didnt read the above poem on that. Read More
CHILD SUPPORT DOMINICAN REPUBLIC by boxer3
I AM CURIOUS ABOUT THE AVERAGE CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENT PER MONTH IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. AND IS IT HIGHER FOR A GINGO?
See all those little girls with babies? Most fathers are locals , and often they dont know who they are, thus those fathers do t pay support. Indeed even if the father admits the 14 year olds baby is his, they refuse to pay. I've known of many ... Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
We could listen to the WHO, whoops ...belay that. They're in the tank to China. Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
You guys are wasting your time if you naively think you can count on.....anything from government sources, here or back 'in the world'. "To use or not a covid vaccine, big stress across all nations. Scandalous FDA, CDC, NIH, all ... Read More
Expats with kids by SayMen25
Hello, Are there any expats with kids here? I am wondering what your school choices are? do you prefer an international school or homeschool? I am thinking about relocating specifically to the North coast with a child in elementary school and this ...
Carol, I hope you wont advise to do as the Mayo of NYC did. Remember, he changed those 'special schools', for really smart kids, into schools that are 'nothing special at all'. Its the woke thing to do. Read More
Medical Insurance Dominican Republic by scottcodystrong
How much can you expect to pay per month for the best possible medical insurance. I am 66 and my wife is 56..
Omedgt, baby delivery free in local hospitals. All those 15 year olds who have babies dont pay. Read More
Severance/Liquidation for Indirect Employees? by ddmcghee
We are selling our apartment here in Las Terrenas that we've used as a rental. With the apartment going to another owner, we are no longer in need of property management services. We were just informed that we have to pay severance for the ...
It's like the housekeeping staff in any hotel. Nobody calls them employees of the guest. It's just another scam shakedown. Read More
Issues in Haiti by Rajko85
Hello all, just wondering if any of you DR. expats are worried about Haiti and potential civil war after the presidents assassination? How will it further affect DR. with potential max exodus of future refugees and such. This is not a political ...
Probably no affect on the dr at all.....as usual. Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
Thanks for telling us of symptoms that so many of us have had......for millenia. Or, some get tests like Elon Musk did...4 tests...2 positive, 2 negative. Read More
Airbnb Bank Deposits by Solomente
Hello Group, Have a question concerning Airbnb. I am currently hosting properties I own here in the Dominican Republic. I am currently living in the USA but recently retired and plan to spend most of the year here in DR. My question is that I am ...
No, my point was that if he cant do it in his name, then he should delete his account , and start again in her name. Read More
Medical Insurance Dominican Republic by scottcodystrong
How much can you expect to pay per month for the best possible medical insurance. I am 66 and my wife is 56..
You didnt mention if they cured you. They did me and a buddy of mine. And you are a..... vested interest....since I think you send you're in the insurance business, right? For the minor things that most people get, the native hospitals ... 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 ...
I gave Kahn academy as just one example of online ed that does a better job than most schools in some subjects, not as an entire edu replacement. Read More
Severance/Liquidation for Indirect Employees? by ddmcghee
We are selling our apartment here in Las Terrenas that we've used as a rental. With the apartment going to another owner, we are no longer in need of property management services. We were just informed that we have to pay severance for the ...
It's just another shakedown. In any case , she probably gets more in tips from gringos than her whole salary amounts to. Read More
Medical Insurance Dominican Republic by scottcodystrong
How much can you expect to pay per month for the best possible medical insurance. I am 66 and my wife is 56..
Am I the only old gringo here that goes to local, free hospitals? Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
Lennox, I meant that when we're sharing body fluids.....I mean , when THEY are.....air passages tend to get entwined too. Read More
New Salary Increases by planner
The president just announced new minimum wage guidelines effective August -Large Companies over 250 employees increase of 19% Minimum wage now 21,000 RD -Medium-sized companies 50 - 250 employees increase of 59% Minimum wage now 19,250 ...
There is tons of lit in economics that shows that minimum wages help the people they're supposed to. Often employers will just lay off workers if they judge the forced minimum is too much. Others wont take on workers in the first place. ... 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 ...
Modaisky, thanks for corroborating what so much testimony shows.....that it's not easy or cheap or fast. 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 ...
They are quite fine if you just stay 6 months and pay the 4000 pesos on exit. Nowadays it's even organized, computerized. You dont even have to fill in the form where it asks you how many days you were there. They calculate it, and you just pay, ... Read More
Airbnb Bank Deposits by Solomente
Hello Group, Have a question concerning Airbnb. I am currently hosting properties I own here in the Dominican Republic. I am currently living in the USA but recently retired and plan to spend most of the year here in DR. My question is that I am ...
Conifer, a lot of people dont know this, but many gringos have local bank accounts. And, like that guy, many also have local wives who have bank accounts that money can be sent to(presuming you can trust her). Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
Lennox, not only wont they...social distance, some even share body fluids! 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 ...
Homeschooling is best anyway, cheaper, higher standards, etc. You ask yourself what you think your kid should learn, let's say how to read and write, for starters. I'll bet you can do that already. As you get more advanced than you are, ... Read More
Airbnb Bank Deposits by Solomente
Hello Group, Have a question concerning Airbnb. I am currently hosting properties I own here in the Dominican Republic. I am currently living in the USA but recently retired and plan to spend most of the year here in DR. My question is that I am ...
Since we know that locals can have the money sent to their dr bank, gringos can too. Read More
New Salary Increases by planner
The president just announced new minimum wage guidelines effective August -Large Companies over 250 employees increase of 19% Minimum wage now 21,000 RD -Medium-sized companies 50 - 250 employees increase of 59% Minimum wage now 19,250 ...
It doesnt affect the gringos servants, since they already usually get way above the going rate. Read More
Santo domingo flight from Canada by jdah411
Hello. I recently departed from Toronto Yyz for Juan Dolio and flight was through Punta Cana which was a two hour drive from my destination. I am not clear about this route. During normal time Ie non covid are there direct flights from Toronto area ...
I thought the border was closed ??? Read More
Information on the topic Banks in the Dominican Republic
Thanks Planner...it's way too torturous to read Spanish like that! Read More
COVID-19
Who would be naive to accept what a politician says? Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
Some stats show about 50% of...peer reviewed articles are garbage. Newton wasn't peer reviewed, nor Einstein or the other best ones. Read More
Santo domingo flight from Canada by jdah411
Hello. I recently departed from Toronto Yyz for Juan Dolio and flight was through Punta Cana which was a two hour drive from my destination. I am not clear about this route. During normal time Ie non covid are there direct flights from Toronto area ...
Since you dont have a car yet, just take a bus to Juan Dolio. They know the way there. On drivers licences, many gringos dont bother at all. Indeed, most cops wont even be able to read yours. Even if they can, they usually just want some money. Read More
Medical coverage by Scorpiana
I’ve read about medical plans in the DR and some say skip it and get international insurance-has anyone tried their health care. How about meds-do they have all of the same drugs we have in the U.S?
Planner...ah, so over 70...... and forget it. In their case my advice still holds. So you younger ones, dont pay more than 3k. Read More
Medical coverage by Scorpiana
I’ve read about medical plans in the DR and some say skip it and get international insurance-has anyone tried their health care. How about meds-do they have all of the same drugs we have in the U.S?
Glad I didnt say....unlimited....but certainly most can afford to pay for the things that are most likely to happen. If one has a bad heart, they usually know it, and make provisions for that. Then too , many are just short time tourists, or ... Read More
Medical coverage by Scorpiana
I’ve read about medical plans in the DR and some say skip it and get international insurance-has anyone tried their health care. How about meds-do they have all of the same drugs we have in the U.S?
If your info is true, and also valid for over 70s, then you should be putting that info out there all the time for those looking for such. My info is also valid since most do NOT have heart attacks etc there. Read More
Dentist recommendation by Alextrucking
I am planning a trip to the north coast in a few weeks. Probably between cabrera and luperon. Anyone can recommend a clinic for crowns and implants? Not looking for gringo target clinics I am from original from a Caribbean island so a decent ...
Gringo prices. Read More
ARBNB by daver1011
Many people looking to relocate seem to over look the great deals on ARBNB these days . If you dont want the hassle of setting up an apartment or house ARBNB is a great choice . I have found great deals for monthly rates all over Puerto Plata , ...
My information is just as valid today. And like a year ago, many gringos dont know this fact.. Read More
Medical coverage by Scorpiana
I’ve read about medical plans in the DR and some say skip it and get international insurance-has anyone tried their health care. How about meds-do they have all of the same drugs we have in the U.S?
Another possibility for smaller things like infections, broken arms, etc is to just go to a local hospital where they patch you up free. Me and a buddy recently did that. Read More
School Holiday Activities in Dominican Republic by Diksha
Hi everyone, Finding suitable activities for your children during the school holidays in Dominican Republic can be tricky. We'd love to hear your tips and feedback on how to keep your kids busy during the holidays in Dominican Republic, depending ...
I knew some people with kids and they reported that the kids did the same activities as they did: swimming, boating, hiking, shopping, cooking, cleaning, gardening, etc. Read More
Medical coverage by Scorpiana
I’ve read about medical plans in the DR and some say skip it and get international insurance-has anyone tried their health care. How about meds-do they have all of the same drugs we have in the U.S?
If you can afford any of the over 60 premiums, you can also afford to just pay for the treatment out of pocket. Read More
ARBNB by daver1011
Many people looking to relocate seem to over look the great deals on ARBNB these days . If you dont want the hassle of setting up an apartment or house ARBNB is a great choice . I have found great deals for monthly rates all over Puerto Plata , ...
Regarding airbnb, in general they ask for high prices online. What some do is just rent for a couple of days, and if you like the place, negotiate for a cheap monthly rate. Almost all of them will do that, and even way beyond what theyll save by not ... Read More
ARBNB by daver1011
Many people looking to relocate seem to over look the great deals on ARBNB these days . If you dont want the hassle of setting up an apartment or house ARBNB is a great choice . I have found great deals for monthly rates all over Puerto Plata , ...
Sandigrl, you dont need any papers at all. Just pay the normal airport leaving shakedown on departure. It's the system. No problem. Read More
When helping a little bit becomes dependency by cjkdm
I have visited the DR for over 30 years--mostly Cabarete area to kitesurf. I love the country and area. I have never looked for love here as i did not want a long distance relationship and the cultural/economic differences are too great. I am gay ...
cjkdm.....since you tried to blow him off, but he continues to pursue you, and you are able to get rid of him, you would do best to leave that area. There are many similar places in the dr. Then in the next place, make a better effort to resist the ... Read More
How long does it take to evict non paying tenants. by lspriggs0325
Does anyone know who long it takes to evict a tenant who hasn't paid in 5-6 years? My mother owns two houses, not in great condition. The tenant rented one of the two homes and turned into a bakery of sorts. Then her son broke in the second ...
They do it, we just pay. Read More
How long does it take to evict non paying tenants. by lspriggs0325
Does anyone know who long it takes to evict a tenant who hasn't paid in 5-6 years? My mother owns two houses, not in great condition. The tenant rented one of the two homes and turned into a bakery of sorts. Then her son broke in the second ...
Agreed, but the locals know they cant depend on either, thus they solve such problems on their own. Read More
How long does it take to evict non paying tenants. by lspriggs0325
Does anyone know who long it takes to evict a tenant who hasn't paid in 5-6 years? My mother owns two houses, not in great condition. The tenant rented one of the two homes and turned into a bakery of sorts. Then her son broke in the second ...
As usual the answer depends a lot on if you ask other gringos, or locals. The former normally say to get lawyers in spite of the fact that usually doesn't work, and you pay a lot. If you have local friends they can tell you how to evict ... Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Dominican Republic as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New ...
Ok, so Japan and it wasnt a disaster because you didnt know the language. And, they wont assume you are a sex tourist just because you're on your own. Indeed, locals will try to hook you up with their relatives. Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Dominican Republic as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New ...
Have you EVER been to any other country? Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Dominican Republic as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New ...
For cell phones you can just by a SIM chip for 100pesos, and if you dont want the burocrstic hassle of submitting your passport you can just get a local to buy an extra one for you. No problem. Then just top up anywhere, like at the ban as on every ... Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Dominican Republic as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New ...
donnyD, not a disaster, just not as easy. I've tried experiments on this. For example I went to places like Greece, Laos, Cambodia, Montenegro, and Iceland, yet didnt know any of those languages, yet was just fine. Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Dominican Republic as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New ...
Good, accurate message, but most gringos dont follow that advice. Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Dominican Republic as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New ...
She was just plum wrong in many ways, and I gave some examples of how, like that grongos "reign supreme". I challenge her to try to do some that the city fathers dont want, or the provincial government or national ones dont. They will find ... Read More