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@Scorpiana

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American looking for information about Dominican Republic

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Lives in Santiago

Registration: 12 May 2020

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Scorpiana replied to a thread
3 years ago
dominicangringo

Organizations to volunteer for in Santo Domingo by dominicangringo

Hello all, I've recently moved to Santo Domingo and I am loving the city thus far. One thing I have been struggling with is making new friends here and establishing that local support system and I was thinking volunteering at some organization ...

Scorpiana

Thanks! Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
3 years ago
littlehottamale4

Looking for good lawyer by littlehottamale4

Has anyone resolved their residency status with the help of a good lawyer? I want to apply for temporary or even permanent residence. It would be great to obtain residence without having to buy property. Anyone has recommendations? Thanks

Scorpiana

Thanks Planner. The highly regarded attorney Lishali-does he/she do family law OR capable of drawing up a prenuptial? Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
3 years ago
dominicangringo

Organizations to volunteer for in Santo Domingo by dominicangringo

Hello all, I've recently moved to Santo Domingo and I am loving the city thus far. One thing I have been struggling with is making new friends here and establishing that local support system and I was thinking volunteering at some organization ...

Scorpiana

Hi-I’m headed to Santiago and will find myself in a similar situation. I don’t mind being affiliated with religious groups but do want to give back in some form or fashion-not out of wallet though. What have you found? Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
3 years ago
littlehottamale4

Looking for good lawyer by littlehottamale4

Has anyone resolved their residency status with the help of a good lawyer? I want to apply for temporary or even permanent residence. It would be great to obtain residence without having to buy property. Anyone has recommendations? Thanks

Scorpiana

Speaking of attorneys... I’m reaching out shopping for one to draw up my prenuptial. Thus far I’ve received one quote of $1,600-$2,000 USD from what seems to be a reputable firm. Realizing that Americano’s rates tend to be higher, ... Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
3 years ago
Diksha

Investing in Dominican Republic by Diksha

Hello everyone, During your expatriation in Dominican Republic, you might have been made aware of interesting investment schemes (local or international). Whether one wants to make money grow, protect oneself or prepare for retirement, investment ...

Scorpiana

www.ponint2homes.com is one I’ve looked at. Some realtors respond quicker than others, some not at all...I recently asked for an address so I could do a Google Earth view, got no response. Addresses are not well established there so perhaps ... Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
3 years ago
Diksha

Investing in Dominican Republic by Diksha

Hello everyone, During your expatriation in Dominican Republic, you might have been made aware of interesting investment schemes (local or international). Whether one wants to make money grow, protect oneself or prepare for retirement, investment ...

Scorpiana

Jdjonesdr, Hi! I’m coming to the DR this month, Santiago specifically. I’m looking for a bank I can trust. I’ve heard bad things about Popular, hard to believe since they are se well established, but they aren’t very user ... Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
3 years ago
Diksha

Investing in Dominican Republic by Diksha

Hello everyone, During your expatriation in Dominican Republic, you might have been made aware of interesting investment schemes (local or international). Whether one wants to make money grow, protect oneself or prepare for retirement, investment ...

Scorpiana

Steverino, I noticed there are a lot of inexpensive properties listed now. I assume this may stem from the pandemic. Any thoughts? I would not buy here until I could get culturally acclimated and then, perhaps never-I’ve seen another person ... Read More

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3 years ago
Scorpiana

Residency financial solvency by Scorpiana

The more I read the more confused I get...good intentioned opinion vs. fact. I come to the source of sources... My question... Residency can be obtained in a few ways, each of which you must prove financial solvency. 1. I have a means to take care ...

Scorpiana

You are a wealth of knowledge-gracias!! Read More

Scorpiana created a thread
3 years ago

Residency financial solvency

The more I read the more confused I get...good intentioned opinion vs. fact. I come to the source of sources... My question... Residency can be obtained in a few ways, each of which you must prove financial solvency. 1. I have a means to take care ... Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
3 years ago
Elia86

Dominican Nationality obtained by marriage - any advice is welcome! by Elia86

Hi guys, I hope you are staying safe and healthy through these challenging times! After 4 years living in the DR, I would like to get the Dominican citizenship through the naturalization process. Right now, I have a tarjeta de residencia (RT-9 ...

Scorpiana

Let me clarify-I’m utilizing the services of an immigration attorney located in the DR...can’t get much better than this. Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
3 years ago
Elia86

Dominican Nationality obtained by marriage - any advice is welcome! by Elia86

Hi guys, I hope you are staying safe and healthy through these challenging times! After 4 years living in the DR, I would like to get the Dominican citizenship through the naturalization process. Right now, I have a tarjeta de residencia (RT-9 ...

Scorpiana

Yes, “my attorney “ is in Dominica... Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
4 years ago
Elia86

Dominican Nationality obtained by marriage - any advice is welcome! by Elia86

Hi guys, I hope you are staying safe and healthy through these challenging times! After 4 years living in the DR, I would like to get the Dominican citizenship through the naturalization process. Right now, I have a tarjeta de residencia (RT-9 ...

Scorpiana

Your question confuses me, I’ll be getting my residency via marriage as well-my spouse is going to be signing for me- I’ll have no property as well. My advice, get a Dominican immigration attorney. I’m coming over from the U.S soon ... Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
4 years ago
Scorpiana

Shipping automobile by Scorpiana

Hi group! Happy belated New Year!! I’m considering shipping a car from the U.S . I can get fixed cost from the courier however, I was curious with regards to taxes or other fees-has anyone experienced this? What are they based on-is there a ...

Scorpiana

Thank you. I understand you have experience in locating autos at decent prices? I’ve looked on the internet, at both dealerships and individuals and the prices seem very inflated... Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
4 years ago
Scorpiana

Shipping automobile by Scorpiana

Hi group! Happy belated New Year!! I’m considering shipping a car from the U.S . I can get fixed cost from the courier however, I was curious with regards to taxes or other fees-has anyone experienced this? What are they based on-is there a ...

Scorpiana

Rocky: Thanks! Would you mind sharing your cost...since they were better than the rest of the best;) I can send you private contact if you prefer not to share in the group. Read More

Scorpiana replied to a thread
4 years ago
Scorpiana

Shipping automobile by Scorpiana

Hi group! Happy belated New Year!! I’m considering shipping a car from the U.S . I can get fixed cost from the courier however, I was curious with regards to taxes or other fees-has anyone experienced this? What are they based on-is there a ...

Scorpiana

Convinced! Cruffman, where aren’t thou? Read More