@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
American expat in Dominican Republic
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Lives in Santo Domingo, Nacional
Registration: 16 March 2023
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Cost of living in Dominican Republic in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Dominican Republic, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to the Dominican ...
@pharrison742 Tourist area my opinion Read More
how do you vet a lawyer in the DR (besides word of mouth)? by wondering9
I'm wondering what I should do, besides word of mouth, to check out a Dominican Republic immigration lawyer. Is there an organization similar to, for example, the American Bar Association, that has a list of all lawyers in good standing? I looked up ...
@windeguy I was lucky while in the DR. I was able to print the offical FBI stock finger print card and go the the main police station in SD get the finger prints completed 500 peso and fedex them to the FBI.Also, to your point you can now get them ... Read More
What you can and can't buy in the DR by wondering9
So I'm downsizing prior to the move, and curious about what kinds of household items will be easy to replace locally and what you might want to bring with you and/or might find yourself ordering from Amazon later. Does anyone have opinions or ...
@wondering9 My opinion just purchase those items here.Depending where you settle in the country there is Ikea, Jumbo, Las Serina, Invova, Plaza Lama, and more and all those mentioned items are carried in one brand or another. Read More
Cell Phone by michaelbatt1967
Hi, My name is Mike. I am currently living in NL, Canada. I am new at this and was exploring different places to live as a retirement. This winter I plan to spend a month in DR. I am wondering about cell phone services. I am with Telus here in NL ...
@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56 Ps from Canada Read More
Cell Phone by michaelbatt1967
Hi, My name is Mike. I am currently living in NL, Canada. I am new at this and was exploring different places to live as a retirement. This winter I plan to spend a month in DR. I am wondering about cell phone services. I am with Telus here in NL ...
@michaelbatt1967One of the concerns you may have to consider with "DR prepay" is your ability to receive banks or company text/notifications/calls on the DR number. Read More
Applying for gun permit by bigboiron
Can you get a permit to have a weapon before residency?
@om2252001 Dot your "I" and cross your T's it's the DR anything for a sale!! Good luck! Read More
Applying for gun permit by bigboiron
Can you get a permit to have a weapon before residency?
@om2252001 I would assume your police report for the states would need to be the FBI report, Apostille both by State Department and DR. Additionally, translated by a certified DR translator and DR Apostille.Basically the same requirement for US ... Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
@cushion03yeti Normally Santiago is full of fiber multiple vendors. Easy to check the providers websites for fiber coverage Read More
Sending and receiving packages in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Dominican Republic? Is the ...
@CmdmeYour MBE should also be able yo assist you signing up. They did for me years ago but could have changed Read More
Permanent Residency for a Pensioner by eddykelley4
I submitted my Permanent Residency application package to the Boston MA Consulate. The Consulate, translated and Notarized all the documents. The called me and made an appointment with me to return all the documents and place a 60 day visa in my ...
@eddykelley4Yes, logically your thoughts are correct, however, they tend still to have you renew for control and actually my opinion more money. Read More
Permanent Residency for a Pensioner by eddykelley4
I submitted my Permanent Residency application package to the Boston MA Consulate. The Consulate, translated and Notarized all the documents. The called me and made an appointment with me to return all the documents and place a 60 day visa in my ...
@eddykelley4 Yes I have; but you still must renew yiur residency after 1 year and then you will renew after 2 years.My Cédula was good for 2 years at start and had to renew that after 2 years.However, highly suggest listening to your ... Read More
Where do the locals do their grocery shopping in Sosua? by agaisman
Recently, we visited Sosua and became aware of a couple of supermarkets in the center of town.I got the feeling that these markets may be overpriced compared to other stores frequented by locals.Could someone recommend other grocery shops with ...
@Nanosaso When grocery shopping and most shopping I try to use my American debit/credit card and if the option pops up I select "Peso" vs. Dollar.You can normally save a few bucks that way.Note: Only if your home country credit card does not charge ... Read More
ScotiaBank by Xenchu
Has anyone been asked by ScotiaBank to provide their US tax statements to the bank? We've gone there a few times and they give us a hard time about needing this. I was born in DR, but am a US citizen and live there now, but obviously have an account ...
@Xenchu Yes, that bank requires it here in the DR if you are an American citizen.Bank Popular and BHD I have found are good banks over the last 18 years for me. Read More
EXTENDING TOURIST VISA TO 120 DAYS by goinforit
As I recall there is a way to extend your tourist visa online from 30 days to 120 days.Does anybody have experience in doing this and if so, can you provide the requirements andwhere to apply online?
@Eugenevandyke https://migracion.gob.do/en/servicio/stay-extension/ Read More
Security System Installation by DRCulture
Hi Everyone,I am looking for some suggestions of who could install security cameras for me. I have Blink and Nest cameras, but I am not committed to using them if there is a better suggestion from the person who would be doing the installation. In ...
@2VPsoldier On your electric wires, make sure you have "warning signs" posted throughout the property of the electric wires in Spanish In the DR they have been known if anyone gets shocked to seek damages (money) especially from Expats! Read More