Profe Agayu
American and Dominican expat in Dominican Republic
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About me
American and Dominican
Speaks English and Spanish
Registration: 30 March 2022
About
Occupation
I am English Teacher & Content Creator for Independent
My expat journey
Dominican Republic
USA
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How to run AC cheaply ? by Scott Holmes
I am new and never been to Dominican Republic. My wife has. We are in process of purchasing a 3 bedroom house in Bravos. The house has 4 AC units. From what I seen online cost of living articles AC can cause very high electric bill. It ...
@planner This is very insightful. I will get some black curtains to keep out some of this heat 🥵 and the ceiling fans along with the AC. Thanks for the tips! Read More
How to run AC cheaply ? by Scott Holmes
I am new and never been to Dominican Republic. My wife has. We are in process of purchasing a 3 bedroom house in Bravos. The house has 4 AC units. From what I seen online cost of living articles AC can cause very high electric bill. It ...
@ddmcghee Great idea! I will try this. Read More
OUCH!! I flunked the DR's "practical" Driving Test!!! by ExpatRusher
Woe is me. I must report a failure on my part. (after crowing about how I passed the written test with a great score, I figure I full disclosure on the practical test is appropriate). Late last week we went from Punta Cana over to the Intrant ...
@ondami No problem. Here is the link with detailed info on my process and experience: https://youtu.be/A9iyv8e9zvw?si=3KVnIFHN9RpXVwlr Read More
OUCH!! I flunked the DR's "practical" Driving Test!!! by ExpatRusher
Woe is me. I must report a failure on my part. (after crowing about how I passed the written test with a great score, I figure I full disclosure on the practical test is appropriate). Late last week we went from Punta Cana over to the Intrant ...
@ExpatRusher Congrats! Read More
OUCH!! I flunked the DR's "practical" Driving Test!!! by ExpatRusher
Woe is me. I must report a failure on my part. (after crowing about how I passed the written test with a great score, I figure I full disclosure on the practical test is appropriate). Late last week we went from Punta Cana over to the Intrant ...
@ddmcghee I got my Dominican license back in 2022 using this process in Santo Domingo. I just followed the instructions laid out on the website, gathered the docs, booked an appointment, presented my docs, and got a Dominican license. I made a ... Read More
OUCH!! I flunked the DR's "practical" Driving Test!!! by ExpatRusher
Woe is me. I must report a failure on my part. (after crowing about how I passed the written test with a great score, I figure I full disclosure on the practical test is appropriate). Late last week we went from Punta Cana over to the Intrant ...
@ddmcghee I did it with my US driver's license. It is definitely possible. You just need to apostille your state's driving record which shows your license is in good standing. In my case, I got a copy of my recent 3-year driving record from Maryland ... Read More
OUCH!! I flunked the DR's "practical" Driving Test!!! by ExpatRusher
Woe is me. I must report a failure on my part. (after crowing about how I passed the written test with a great score, I figure I full disclosure on the practical test is appropriate). Late last week we went from Punta Cana over to the Intrant ...
@ExpatRusher Did you both take the Dominican driver's test kicks and giggles or you never had a driver's license in the US? 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 DAVID56I second Chris. That was my experience, but things could have changed over the years. Read More
New Find: A clean, safe, inexpensive AirBnB in SD by ddmcghee
Hi All! I had to be in SD for an early morning doctor's appointment Friday and didn't want to take the 5:00 AM bus from Las Terrenas. I found an apartment in Bella Vista for $34/night - all in! Pros: Good location, right off 27 de Febrero with easy ...
Thanks for the recommendation. Occasionally, I need an Airbnb in Santo Domingo. Read More
Can you deposit a US check into a Dominican bank account? by wondering9
I'm hoping it won't come to this, but I might end up receiving a paper check at the last minute before I leave the US. Is a Dominican bank likely to accept it as a deposit?I imagine there would be a long hold on the funds, which would be OK in this ...
@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56 Yes, I find this to be the best option for me. Although, I never tried depositing a foreign check into a Dominican bank. Read More
Credit cards and other ways to pay bills by wondering9
So when I arrive (hopefully soon! seeing some progress!) I will be staying ~full time/year round, renting rather than buying a home, my main income source will be US Social Security, I will not have a car at least at the start, and I will be on a ...
So when I arrive (hopefully soon! seeing some progress!) I will be staying ~full time/year round, renting rather than buying a home, my main income source will be US Social Security, I will not have a car at least at the start, and I will be on 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 ...
@huddleston1 Great to hear! Congratulations! 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
@ExpatRusher I agree. Though my interview at the naturalization office was very quick without issues, I witnessed many couples who were being interviewed for nearly 25 minutes while my interview lasted 4 minutes. On another note, it sucks that ... Read More
Ministerio de Relacioned Exteriores visit by Slin1953
Hi allI will be in Santo Domingo June 9th to turn in my application for visa/residency I am planning to represent my self How can I get an appointment for the Ministerio De Relaciones ExterioresIf somebody been thru the processed please just let ...
@ddmcghee You and @UncleBuck are correct. I should have addressed that @Slin1953 was referring to wrong government agency. That is why I specified migracion. Hopefully, they are able to accomplish what they need whether it is with or without a ... Read More
Ministerio de Relacioned Exteriores visit by Slin1953
Hi allI will be in Santo Domingo June 9th to turn in my application for visa/residency I am planning to represent my self How can I get an appointment for the Ministerio De Relaciones ExterioresIf somebody been thru the processed please just let ...
@Slin1953 Greetings! If you entered DR with a residency visa, all you need to do is open an account online with migración, select the corresponding residency, upload all the required documents, submit, and wait for migración to accept ... Read More