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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Moving to DR without residency (yet) by rgwsf
Dear All: maybe I can get some advises/answers here :). I have been leaving in DR for 1.5 years but yet to apply for the residency (not time no need... was). However, my house in Los Angeles might be sold within a couple of months (we did not ...
Yes you do! Read More
Slin moving to Punta Cana by Slin1953
Hi my phone numbers is ***pls used whaup I don鈥檛 know how to post private messages slin
You cannot post private contact info on a public forum. Once the other party messages you, you will receive an email. Click on the link is all you need to do. Read More
Overstay & opening a bank account by LT American
Hola. I have been here past 30 days. Am I able to pay my overstay fee at the airport and then qualify to open a bank account? Or does the bank look at the entry stamp in your passport. In years past, I return to the USA for 2 weeks per year and ...
There is a recent post laying that out for Banreservas and Banco Popular. Do a quick search! Read More
Moving to DR without residency (yet) by rgwsf
Dear All: maybe I can get some advises/answers here :). I have been leaving in DR for 1.5 years but yet to apply for the residency (not time no need... was). However, my house in Los Angeles might be sold within a couple of months (we did not ...
They will assess everything at a value that works for them, not you. That is the reality. Please speak with a good broker or two. It's not just 18% that can be charged but also duty! Read More
I have my visa to Dr by Slin1953
Hi allafter I turn in the original documents to the Ministerio De Relaciones Exterior in Santo DomingoHow long will it take to receive the residence thanksslin
It is not unusual to be told something is wrong or something is missing or something is expired or something else is needed. Read More
I have my visa to Dr by Slin1953
Hi allafter I turn in the original documents to the Ministerio De Relaciones Exterior in Santo DomingoHow long will it take to receive the residence thanksslin
@Slin1953 It depends. It will depend on type of residency. It will depend if everything is complete and correct. And sometimes it depends who is representing you. Read More
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 ...
While I very much appreciate this topic, I will not share my experiences. I have been here 21 1/2 years and much has changed! Let's hear about more recent experiences! 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 ...
I am sure it will help many others over time. Thanks for taking the time to detail this! Read More
Business conventions in the Dominican Republic by wondering9
Another super-specific question: when someone in the DR says "24 business hours," is that equivalent to when someone in the US says "3 business days"?(I think we're all already aware that different cultures have different approaches to time, so no ...
I have never heard 24 business hours. I wonder if that's a bad translation? Regardless if it's 1 business day or 3 business days they will still be late! 馃ぃ馃ぃ Read More
Quarantine for pet bird in Dominican Republic by muggo
Greetings:My husband and I are planning to visit the Dominican Republic shortly with our pet parrot. We are familiarizing ourselves with all the governmental regulations and find that quarantine is mandatory.Can anyone tell us what the quarantine ...
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Quarantine for pet bird in Dominican Republic by muggo
Greetings:My husband and I are planning to visit the Dominican Republic shortly with our pet parrot. We are familiarizing ourselves with all the governmental regulations and find that quarantine is mandatory.Can anyone tell us what the quarantine ...
As per the old thread they are not issuing permits to import birds. Read More
Aduna payment by Slin1953
Hi allI am in the process of hiring a moving company (Relocation Worldwide)After paying for the transportation from LA To DR should I paid this company for the aduna taxes at the port of entry or should i be present to paid for the taxes and ...
There is a slightly different program for returning Dominicans and their families. 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. Looking forward to more updates. It will be hard to adjust to the "good enough" standards here and "ahora" timing! Read More
Aduna payment by Slin1953
Hi allI am in the process of hiring a moving company (Relocation Worldwide)After paying for the transportation from LA To DR should I paid this company for the aduna taxes at the port of entry or should i be present to paid for the taxes and ...
I have an issue trusting here, I would be present. Read More
Semana Santa reports? by DRVisitor
Punta Cana area is busy but they also have the PGA in town.
No idea where the accidents happened. Police in las Terrenas shut down a massive street party last night. Read More