wishinguwell
American expat in Dominican Republic
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About me
American
Lives in Bonao, Monseñor Nouel
Speaks English and learning spanish
Registration: 08 August 2018
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Coronavirus Updates - Dominican Republic by 2VPsoldier
I saw that someone attempted to start a new thread on the this virus but it is no longer available. I was hoping that those who both speak and read spanish and are closer to the "heart" of things might be able to post whatever updates your ...
Hello everyone! Can anybody tell me what IS open in Santiago? My printer died and I need a new one ASAP? Read More
Buy in US or DR to furnish a new apt in Punta Cana by SteinSol
Hi, we are new to this forum, my husband and I live in NY. We are buying a 2 bedroom apt in Punta Cana, new construction. We are looking for best & economical way to furnish it, from appliances to couch to mattresses etc. The DR Consulate ...
SteinSol: The point of the corporation is so you don't have the DR's law interfering on how the property is disposed of if one of the owners passes. The laws here are very different than the U.S, which does not have forced heirship. There ... Read More
Payment methods in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Once youÂ’re settled in Dominican Republic, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common ...
The same thing could happen where ever you are. That is why I use my US based cards exclusively because they will refund the amount of the unauthorized charges. I also use my alerts from my card issuer to verify every purchase. I stopped ... Read More
Payment methods in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Once youÂ’re settled in Dominican Republic, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common ...
I am a relative newbie in the DR but the way I use cash and credit has not changed much. The biggest change I have made is the selection of credit cards I use and I never use my debit card. Many of my cards and my debit card have a 3% foreign ... Read More
A Large Percentage of º£½ÇÂÒÂ×s Don't Stay and Return Home by Guest2022
'Rocky M' and 'planner' highlighted in another thread, that apparently a large number of expats who relocate to the Dominican Republic don't stay beyond two years and return to their home country. I've heard this too through ...
Just wanted to chime in on the basic discussion. I am newly retired (2 yrs almost) and I have been coming to the DR since 2001. I am here for two very basic and selfish reasons; for the weather (I can wear shorts and a tee shirt everyday) and ... Read More
Residencia renewal - actual process by planner
I am reposting this with permission, it was originally posted on FB and has great information! Temp to Permanent Residency - a tale of 220 days! For whomever it may help, here's the process with timeline that I followed to change from ...
As far as cost for residency here are concerned the actual immigration costs to the Minister de migracion is: 1) Deposit of application RD$29,000; 2) Migratory insurance RD$5,865.00; 3) Cedula RD$4,000.00 plus any other costs such as late ... Read More
Residencia renewal - actual process by planner
I am reposting this with permission, it was originally posted on FB and has great information! Temp to Permanent Residency - a tale of 220 days! For whomever it may help, here's the process with timeline that I followed to change from ...
Well, I had my medical and I guess an interview of sorts more than a week ago. I went with my attorney and my spouse. I will tell you my attorney is the absolute best and she knows her way around that place. Thanks to everyone who recommended ... Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
Willie that's actually a funny story, Eres muy tigre!!! Now the question will be will they let you back in, without a return ticket? Keep us in the loop and best wishes! Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
Well the airports in the US, especially JetBlue will not let you fly without a return ticket. I left Boston Tuesday night and when they dicovered I had no return flight they did would not let me board the flight. Since I had just received by handy ... Read More
Residencia renewal - actual process by planner
I am reposting this with permission, it was originally posted on FB and has great information! Temp to Permanent Residency - a tale of 220 days! For whomever it may help, here's the process with timeline that I followed to change from ...
I don't have a cedula yet so it is not a renewal. I will go with wifey at first but I am contemplating getting an attorney ... they are a burden but I understand and appreciate the need being one myself. Thanks for all you all's help and ... Read More
Residencia renewal - actual process by planner
I am reposting this with permission, it was originally posted on FB and has great information! Temp to Permanent Residency - a tale of 220 days! For whomever it may help, here's the process with timeline that I followed to change from ...
Well I am heading back home after 6 months getting my 60 day visa. Now can someone explain what comes next? I think I have to go somewhere take a blood test, do some other stuff and then some more stuff. Ok can someone fill in the many ... Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
Well, I was concerned enough about this issue that I undertook to get a 60 day visa to apply for residency. I left the DR in September and began my task of getting all my paperwork ready. To comment on the process .... I am still here in U.S. and ... Read More
Tankless Water Heaters by wishinguwell
Hi all: I am building a house in Bonao and strongly looking at putting in a whole house propane gas hot water heater. My problem is I don't know if there are any dealers or installers in the country. Can any one help?
DrCanadaMike: I think you live where there is mostly sun. Bonao is situated in the center of the country and sits in a bowl of small mountains (really big hills). This year in the month of January through the middle of February, I think I had ... Read More
Tankless Water Heaters by wishinguwell
Hi all: I am building a house in Bonao and strongly looking at putting in a whole house propane gas hot water heater. My problem is I don't know if there are any dealers or installers in the country. Can any one help?
@ Brodie "The looks we got explaining in over-simplified Spanish what we needed were priceless." Hahahahahaha ... I can imagine. I know the feeling ... when you walk in the store and ask for something and they just look at you. Heck ... Read More
Tankless Water Heaters by wishinguwell
Hi all: I am building a house in Bonao and strongly looking at putting in a whole house propane gas hot water heater. My problem is I don't know if there are any dealers or installers in the country. Can any one help?
Planner you and the rest of this group is a god send and I'm thankful I found you all. My house (the structure itself is finished and now comes the hard part of getting the systems in, the floors and cabinets and so forth. I think maybe in two ... Read More