om2252001
American expat in Dominican Republic
Forum posts
39
About me
American
Speaks English/spanish
Registration: 24 April 2024
Activity
Managing meals in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Dominican ...
Came to the DR in 1994, worked for a US company,traveling back and forth then worked for someone here. Left and retired recently about 5 years, I am of Hispanic descent so food here very similar to what I had eaten in the past. Restaurants here ... 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 ...
@UncleBuck Cedulas for foreigners are issued when you renew. They are not affected by the change in cedulas for Dominicans.,which most likely will keep being delayed, Read More
Working remote in the dom rep by tcantey
I wanted to ask are there any precautions working a remote us job while in the Dominican Republic
Did remote work some time ago, power outage issues resolved with inverter, internet issues with a commercial account fixed ip address. Not cheap, but required for security reasons. Read More
Ferries Del Caribe by pharrison742
There is a Ferry that sail from PR to Santo Domingo. This is cruise line type of ship. Looks more like a Navy ship, the ferry is 13hrs long, cost is $65.00. It is dog friendly and offers food and beverages same as the cruise line, etc, Dining room, ...
I have traveled on Ferries del Caribe , actually from Santo Domingo to San Juan.. believe they restarted the Mayaguez stop also.. Not a bad trip at all. You can take your car with you you with the right paperwork and use it in PR for a period of 60 ... 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 ...
Remitly works well, except this and all other services beat you on the exchange rate, the worst is xoom Read More
Managing mailboxes or PO boxes in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Something as simple as receiving mail can become a whole new experience when you settle in Dominican Republic as an expat. Mailing management can indeed be different from what you are used to. In order to help other expats and ...
I have actually had mail delivered via the Dominican mail system to the house. I reside in Bonao,there is a Post Office here. The problem is that it takes about an average of 2 months to receive something from the US. Better to use a service like ... Read More
Road safety in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Dominican Republic as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Dominican ...
There are no rules, People here just do whatever they want please, the 2 man urban cities a little less , but once anywhere elsewhere forget about it. You see the stupidity at its max. God forbid you say anything,you may get shot. The only country ... Read More
Road safety in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Dominican Republic as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Dominican ...
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The Dominican Republic, a welcoming destination to expats? by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Dominican Republic, like every new environment, can feel like stepping into the unknown and brings many questions: how will it go, how to integrate successfully, etc. To help smooth this transition, we invite you to ...
@Cherylcame to the DR over 30 years ago,not to stay but worked for an American company that used a contractor in the Puerto Plata Free Zone. Long story short as they say wound up working for contractor. DR very different place back then then what it ... Read More
Shipping questions by wondering9
I notice there are already a lot of very helpful shipping-related threads on this forum; I have looked at them and I appreciate all the information. I still have some questions though; can anyone help shed some light on these?(1) "Mudanza" seems to ...
If shipping from the states, like NY NJ Pa any of those places there are all kinds of shippers at pretty good prices, The blue barrels are used because they are reusable here in the DR. Don’t even think of using a company like EPS, ... Read More
Applying for gun permit by bigboiron
Can you get a permit to have a weapon before residency?
Not necessarily, was informed by gun dealer only police report. Read More
Applying for gun permit by bigboiron
Can you get a permit to have a weapon before residency?
It’s not the Dr , depending on the state it seems gun dealers have contacts with police departments in some states, you cannot get a gun permit in the DR if you don’t get a good police report from your state of residency., which is a ... Read More
Applying for gun permit by bigboiron
Can you get a permit to have a weapon before residency?
dont know about a gun permit but for a shot gun just residency, and depends from what us state you came from. Shotgun permit is a one time thing does not need to be renewed every year like a gun permit Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
@cushion03yetiassuming you have a stateside address just request card get it sent there then have someone ship card in small usps box with something else to what ever carrier you use inthe DR like EPS Read More
KEEPING US CELL PHONE NUMBER by alvarez7361
Hello everyone, I am planning a permanent move from Florida to Puerto Plata. Will be looking for a house or apartment to rent and hope to get residency as a pensioner in the near future. I plan on maintaining a physical address in Florida, so I can ...
I have a T mobile prepaid acct for us phone. And a claro acct. this works for me,for purposes of of 2fa, , been having acct for 4 years , $35 for t mobile, $31 for Claro Read More