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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Private health insurance for expats aged 65+ by robertinvan
Hi allWe will be moving permanently from Canada around June/24. One of us is 66, the other 51. My question is anbout finding a company that will provide health insurance for someone 65+.Have any expats pursued obtaining private health insurance ...
I have a large group with Humano and every policy has health questions! No physicals generally required! 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. Lots to read on here and feel free to ask your questions or start new threads! Read More
Private health insurance for expats aged 65+ by robertinvan
Hi allWe will be moving permanently from Canada around June/24. One of us is 66, the other 51. My question is anbout finding a company that will provide health insurance for someone 65+.Have any expats pursued obtaining private health insurance ...
@Pbert_62 Absolutely it's possible. I will send you a private message! Read More
Prescription medication by andreasollazzo
Hi there , we are thinking of relocating to the Dominican Republic now I have a question, I’m on an antidepressant named Effexor (Venlafaxine) does anybody know if they have this medication there?
Yes. Go to one of the main pharmacies Read More
Surprisingly efficient Dominican process! by ddmcghee
I've finally become sufficiently jaded so that nothing here in DR really surprises me! I have to admit, though, that I was pleasantly surprised on Friday with the speed and efficiency of getting an International Health certificate to take our dogs ...
Wow, seriously unusual!!!! Read More
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. ...
Paying more than 1,000 Rd for a 3 hour day would be out of line in my opinion. However, depending where you are located you may want to add transportation to that! Best way to find someone is from others in your area or recommendations! Read More
Surprisingly efficient Dominican process! by ddmcghee
I've finally become sufficiently jaded so that nothing here in DR really surprises me! I have to admit, though, that I was pleasantly surprised on Friday with the speed and efficiency of getting an International Health certificate to take our dogs ...
Wow! Read More
Lishali Baez - totally worthy of all the praise! by ddmcghee
Okay, I've known for 6 years, along with many of you, just how awesome Lishali is for residency. I now know that her expertise, professionalism, knowledge, and persistence extend well beyond Migracion! I closed on the sale of my house here in DR ...
@Bhavna Thanks honey! Happy holidays Read More
Lishali Baez - totally worthy of all the praise! by ddmcghee
Okay, I've known for 6 years, along with many of you, just how awesome Lishali is for residency. I now know that her expertise, professionalism, knowledge, and persistence extend well beyond Migracion! I closed on the sale of my house here in DR ...
I requested they "unmoderated" the links.That is our agreement on the DR English forums Read More
Remitly issue by wondering9
I'm trying to transfer money from a US bank to Banco Santa Cruz via Remitly. It's not going smoothly, and I thought I'd check here to see if anyone has had a similar experience or otherwise has light to shed on this.The transfer has been kicked back ...
I think the current issue is possibly volume. There is a ridiculous amount of money sent into the country in the month of December.Wise is also having issues this month, they just cannot get it all done on time! 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 ...
@Jennifer Storm Nelson That is correct, investment in something that creates jobs. Lishali may be closed down for the holidays From about December 15 all govt work grinds to a halt. It's when many companies also slow right down, you can't get ... Read More
Downtown Residences Punta Cana by Eduardo Arbor Alto
Does anyone know anything about a residential project in downtown Punta Cana; called the Downtown Residences Punta Cana? The development was going up near Coco Bongo; and appears to have stopped construction. I tried researching it; but I ...
@doubled6 I agree with you 100% 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 ...
@Tippj Nobody goes straight to permanent residency. You must get there via one way or another. By family reunification is probably the quickest to citizenship and investor probably the fastest route to permanent Read More
Surprisingly efficient Dominican process! by ddmcghee
I've finally become sufficiently jaded so that nothing here in DR really surprises me! I have to admit, though, that I was pleasantly surprised on Friday with the speed and efficiency of getting an International Health certificate to take our dogs ...
Good to hear something works! Read More
Downtown Residences Punta Cana by Eduardo Arbor Alto
Does anyone know anything about a residential project in downtown Punta Cana; called the Downtown Residences Punta Cana? The development was going up near Coco Bongo; and appears to have stopped construction. I tried researching it; but I ...
I am sorry to hear this. As always here, it's buyer beware Read More