

Darlene
@planner
Canadian expat in Dominican Republic
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Santo Domingo
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 27 December 2010
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The Reef Project in Playa Bonita by Yebel3
Does anyone know what is creating delays in the residential projects in playa bonita. Is it iack of permissions/ red tape/etc.? I was told that the Reef by Noval sold out over a year and 1/2 ago yet construction has not started. I am interested ...

Do that via private messages please. Read More


Recent Experience Opening Bank Account in Santo Domingo by ondami
Good afternoon all.I am sitting in my Air BnB in Santo Domingo as I type this message. Disclaimer: this is not legal advice nor a recommendation on what you should do; rather this is merely an explanation and update on my experiences.As many folks ...

First I have heard of any bank requiring a cedula. As.long as your status is legal based on your visa, most open the accounts! Read More


Health Insurance by dougbarkhouse59
I am moving to Dominican. What is the best way to get health insurance by there from someone or buy it here in Canada before I leave?

I will message you! 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 ...

Welcome to the forums! I am in santo Domingo Este! Easiest to find remote work from there! 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 ...

A check made out to you can be deposited. It will be held for 30 days until it clears and you will get it deposited in pesos at their exchange rate. You may want to open a US dollar account to deposit to and then exchange whenever you want or need. Read More


Filling out the immigration e-Ticket form by wondering9
I can bug my lawyer if necessary but I'm hoping there's an easy/obvious answer to this. I have my initial visa (the one that allows me to come to the DR and apply for residency) only. So to the question on the e-Ticket "are you a foreigner ...

You are correct, no to the question.. Any American address will work. Use a friend or family it absolutely does not matter. Read More


Coastal Azul by TonyJ54
Any one know anything about the Coastal Azul community in Cabarete? I see the golf course is getting re-developed. Who’s doing it ? What’s the long term vision for the community itself?

I saw a recent post on Facebook regarding a whole new development including the golf course revamp and putting in night golf. Read More


Punta Cana/Bavaro interior design for purchased condo by chachacourt
Can someone advise on ideas to furnish a condo that will be ready April 2026? I don’t want to go with builder’s suggested company furniture package. If everyone buys from them, then the whole building interior with same furnitures will ...

From what you said its not about the price so much as doing something different? I am not an interior designer but happy to point you towards other options. I will message you privately Read More


Punta Cana/Bavaro interior design for purchased condo by chachacourt
Can someone advise on ideas to furnish a condo that will be ready April 2026? I don’t want to go with builder’s suggested company furniture package. If everyone buys from them, then the whole building interior with same furnitures will ...

I will suggest coming to santo domingo where y I u will find multiple places to shop. Tell us look and or budget levels and you will get recommendations! Read More


Bookstore in Santo Domingo? by wondering9
Is there a good bricks-and-mortar bookstore in Santo Domingo?Last time I went looking for Mamey LibrerÃa and could not find it. I don't know if that's just my inerrantly errant sense of direction or if it really doesn't exist anymore. Any ...

Thanks, I could not remember the name of the store! Read More


Bookstore in Santo Domingo? by wondering9
Is there a good bricks-and-mortar bookstore in Santo Domingo?Last time I went looking for Mamey LibrerÃa and could not find it. I don't know if that's just my inerrantly errant sense of direction or if it really doesn't exist anymore. Any ...

At the corner of Lincoln and 27 de Febrero is Nacional and Casa Cuesta. Inside is the largest bookstore in Santo Domingo. There is a wide selection of books across all genres. However, there is very little in English. I supply a few children with ... Read More


Taxes for expats in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Dominican Republic, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your ...

FYI I hate taxes. 😂😂 Read More


Taxes for expats in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Dominican Republic, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your ...

Taxes here are complicated in theory and worse sometimes in practice.First point is that the law here is territorial. If your feet are on the ground the law applies to you.Income tax: IF you have earned income, regardless of where from, you are ... Read More


Dog Medicine in the DR by honla
Hello everyone, long story short, we have a small dog which got unfortunately incontinent after her sterilization. In the eu she got Incurin (estriol pill) which we aren’t able to get here. Here they recommend a plant based product, ...

What they said above! Good advice! Read More


Getting our dogs to the Dominican Republic from USA by Nick Boork
My wife Yngris and I are about to retire. We're planning the move to Santiago DR and would love to bring our two dogs Blessing & Agape but we're having a difficult time finding a carrier. Any success stories or shipping resources? Muchas Gracias ...

I see you found the other thread with info Read More