CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
American expat in Dominican Republic
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About me
American
Lives in Santo Domingo, Nacional
Registration: 16 March 2023
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Housekeepers cost Samana area by karynllanders
Can someone educate me of how much we can expect to pay a housekeeper per hour/day. i have gotten two quotes. first 1500/day for 3 hours. twice per week. She said she wouldn't do windows. WHAT?? the second quote was for 18000 per month. ...
@karynllanders Wow, also not to sure but @planner made add some information. I thought I also saw a new law or updates about hiring domestic help and taxes, etc..again not sure... but if so, beware because the person that you hire will know. Read More
Retirement Visas by Pat Kitchen
My wife and I are in the process of obtaining retirement visas for the DR. We have been in contact with a couple of Dominican law firms. We are a bit taken aback with the fees they are charging. Also, we know there are going to be ...
@DRforme https://migracion.gob.do/en/servicio/residence-for-investment-in-quality-of-retired-or-pensioned/ Read More
Retirement Visas by Pat Kitchen
My wife and I are in the process of obtaining retirement visas for the DR. We have been in contact with a couple of Dominican law firms. We are a bit taken aback with the fees they are charging. Also, we know there are going to be ...
@ak0732292 DGM linkhttps://migracion.gob.do/en/servicio/residence-for-investment-in-quality-of-retired-or-pensioned/ Read More
Skin Cancer removal by Bucis
Hi everyone, I'm a senior from Canada and was just informed by my Dermatologist that I have some cancer on the face, just above my right temple. It has to be removed. I do have the Pathology report from back home that confirms this.Can the Sousa ...
@Bucis My recommendation is to seek that treatment in Santo Domingo. I have heard good things about the private clinic /hospital. There are more great hospital/clinics for cancer treatment, others here may way ... Read More
Pre paid debit cards by steven31
Hello, have tried a few banks around the Bavaro area regarding pre paid debit cards visa. So far have had no luck even though searches on the internet saying they are available here in the DR. Please if anyone has managed to get please share ...
@steven31 You can get Banco Popular prepaid at MBE/Mailbox Etc.Also, normally if you go into a branch , like BHD, Scotiabank, Banco Popular Now I speak to my knowledge about Santo Domingo. Up north not sure if the same Read More
Residency - 2025 by classygringo
I have been renewing my residency for a number of years and every single year I experience the same thing. I am told to upload it again in jpg format. I carefully check all the documents and am sure they are in jpg. I also work heavily on a computer ...
@classygringo I to was there yesterday renewing mine and agree it was packed and crazy. Read More
Residency - 2025 by classygringo
I have been renewing my residency for a number of years and every single year I experience the same thing. I am told to upload it again in jpg format. I carefully check all the documents and am sure they are in jpg. I also work heavily on a computer ...
@classygringo Yes, recommend. Read More
Residency Renewal 2025 by UncleBuck
I have successfully completed the online renewal application for Temporary Residency. My Residency and Cédula both expire mid-November this year. The date being offered to pick up my card is end of January 2026.I know they are changing the ...
@om2252001 Not at all times. My Cédula renews next year and my residency renewal date was Oct 8th, this year. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don't 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 us more ...
After thought and reading the additional feedback comments. Yeah, don't now recommend renting a car. Go with the recommend alternatives. Be safe!! Read More
Dogs in the airport by tosharogers
Hello, my name is Tosha and I will be moving to Sosua from the States and with me will be my two dogs. Will I be able to fly into Puerto Plata International Airport with one as "cargo?" Thank you.
@Flatlanders2025 Personally, I would rent a car with full insurance coverage. My opinion Read More
Best Bank for US Expats by brodies2013
We are finally in the planning stages of our move to DR! (We've been members here since 2014 and purchased a fixer upper on the north coast in 2015!) We are also shopping for a new bank...what bank would US Expat.com members recommend?
I just checked my APP. It will not give an option to deposit via the APP to a dollar account. It will only bring up my PESO accounts to deposit a check. This is what I see on my account but others may have the options. You may be able to deposit the ... Read More
Best Bank for US Expats by brodies2013
We are finally in the planning stages of our move to DR! (We've been members here since 2014 and purchased a fixer upper on the north coast in 2015!) We are also shopping for a new bank...what bank would US Expat.com members recommend?
@Alfonso Ayala Most DR Banks offer dollar accounts. Read More
International money transfer by New bigining
Good morning I bought a property here and need to transfer a large amount of money from Canada to us account I usually use bank but the exchange rate is ridiculous compared to site like WISE or Xe as anyone use any of these or any other transfer
@New bigining I would use wire from your bank. If its over 10k USA or equivalent some delays and red tape. My thoughts Read More
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 ...
@UncleBuck Interesting, on my application they did not ask or require the insurance within the portal.So, will see... Read More
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 ...
@DRVisitor I would be guessing. I don't like to tell people what I believe and here sorry to say its not always consistent in what they need or want.Lawyers sometimes get things thru the process an get a exception. Really depends... Read More