CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
American expat in Dominican Republic
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American
Lives in Santo Domingo, Nacional
Registration: 16 March 2023
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Whats required to stay 3 months in Punta Cana by Denbo
Asking for your knowledge we returned home from our place we just bought in white sands Punta Cana and love it. We are planning on returning for January to end of march. I know 30 days is ok but what is required for 3 months? Also can any of it be ...
There seems to be new option/requirements for overstays I have noticed on the DGM website. However, i would suggest just pay at the airport when you exit and they now only accept credit card ... Read More
Health Insurance 2026 by planner
We can't seem to find a thread on just this topic so I opened one. Disclosure: I have a very large private health group! I have been actively managing it for I think 15 years. Some basics: Get your insurance before you turn 65 or you will have ...
Can personally endorse @planners medical group plans , and agree with all the feedback provided. Read More
Quality of customer service in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Dominican Republic, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local ...
@planner Gemini Ditto :) Read More
Semana Santa by DRVisitor
Is it different this year where government going to be strict or have they issued similar in prior years and not enforced?
@planner And even in the Barriors outside the city.Empty and calm. Day time kids in their small pools, etc but night time no music...plus I live right next to a newly build large police building....so, there on it if music gets loud.... Read More
Rent a car in Punta Cana by chapuispatrick
HelloI plan to stay one year in Punta Cana and I need a car. Any advice on affordable long term rental? What do you think I should do?
@planner Agree, plus the insurance cost! Read More
Santiago / Filtraccion by Marcel W
Hi, I have bought a brand new home in Santiago that I use for Airbnb and it has been doing really well; however, some of my profits has been consistently going to "fixing" my roof. About 1.5 yeas ago I paid a "contractor" for redo my concrete roof ...
@tropicaldaze23 @planner summed it up! The flip side its a great and beautiful country with a lot of positive experiences to have.... Read More
Santiago / Filtraccion by Marcel W
Hi, I have bought a brand new home in Santiago that I use for Airbnb and it has been doing really well; however, some of my profits has been consistently going to "fixing" my roof. About 1.5 yeas ago I paid a "contractor" for redo my concrete roof ...
@tropicaldaze23 Its really not everyone is dishonest. However, there is the significant population that is basically in "economic survival" mode due to many factors. Yes, they are creative, scam, theft, etc. XPATS are always a high target. After, ... Read More
Santiago / Filtraccion by Marcel W
Hi, I have bought a brand new home in Santiago that I use for Airbnb and it has been doing really well; however, some of my profits has been consistently going to "fixing" my roof. About 1.5 yeas ago I paid a "contractor" for redo my concrete roof ...
@Marcel W I don't know anyone; but here's a recommendation to beware of here.You will find some contractors quote you the high end "sand % cement" and order the low grade batch, to take the $$ difference.You really need to make sure for the roof ... 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 ...
Not that is accurate; this is still on the DGM website Direct investors: companies established in the Dominican Republic that have received a contribution to their capital, from abroad, for a minimum amount of US $ 200,000.00, or its equivalent in ... Read More
Quality of customer service in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Dominican Republic, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local ...
I agree with @Planner and the few business I deal with consistently know me and I do Tip, and for me it does help speed up the process for the various transactions, sometimes not waiting in long lines. Etc.. Example; My local grocery store , ... 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 ...
@taccj9903 Buying a car here as you may know can be tricky. Here are some recommendations to consider.1. Get a Car Fax report on your car choice2. Research thier social media buyer comments.3. Check the Blue Book estimate value and add about 12% to ... Read More
Best way to transfer money from US to Dominican bank account by wondering9
Any insights or opinions on the best way to transfer money from a US to a Dominican bank account?I've seen Remitly recommended here and I think that's what I'll end up going with, but I was curious about other options, especially Wise and Xe.My ...
@tropicaldaze23 I use SendWave 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 ...
@windeguy Very good point and my recommendation and what I do is when I travel back to my home country, I purposely use each of my debit cards/credit cards at a store/atm (even if its check the balance) via chip, this way the bank will see that the ... Read More
The impact of artificial intelligence on the Dominican Republic job market by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Artificial intelligence is driving major changes to the job market in Dominican Republic : task automation, evolving job roles and rise of new skills. For expats and soon-to-be expats, this transformation may raise some key ...
In addition the call center industry is also starting to be impacted here. However, as planner mentioned the DR is behind 95% of the call center companies here support American and Canadian customers. These companies are in search of DR call center ... 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 ...
@Jennifer Storm Nelson I actually use Fedility for 13 years and have nothing but a great experience.I also use MailBox etc for 15 years and the same experience. Read More