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American looking for information about Dominican Republic

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Registration: 19 August 2021

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Mike Speciality replied to a thread
2 years ago
TheWaifuWarrior

How does mail work in the DR? by TheWaifuWarrior

Hello, I am moving to the Dominican Republic in less than a month and I would appreciate it if someone would be kind enough to explain to me exactly how receiving mail like packages works? Do I need to set up a USPS box and have it sent there then ...

Mike Speciality

I use Mail Boxes Etc in Punta Cana. When you set up an account, they give you an address in Miami. Anything sent to that address (mail, Amazon, etc) is automatically forwarded to the location in Punta Cana (inside Jumbo.) Price is based on weight, ... Read More

Mike Speciality replied to a thread
3 years ago
planner

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 ...

Mike Speciality

What's the best way to go about finding an apartment to rent in the Punta Cana/Bavaro area? Contact a real estate agency? Read More

Mike Speciality replied to a thread
3 years ago
planner

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 ...

Mike Speciality

Ok, thanks for the responses! And, yes, I am American. My main concern was whether a landlord/realtor would ask to see a temp residence visa before renting. Also, is it common practice to pay for 6 months/1 year rent upfront? Read More

Mike Speciality replied to a thread
3 years ago
planner

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 ...

Mike Speciality

I am looking to go to the DR (Punta Cana/Bavaro area) in December. I will be starting out at an all-inclusive, but will be looking to rent an apartment and stay for 6 months (and maybe longer.) Will I be able to rent a long-term apartment on a ... Read More