Ricardo L.
@lartigueeoe
American expat in Dominican Republic
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55 posts
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About me
American
Lives in Port-au-Prince
Speaks French, Creole, English, Spanish (semi-fluent)
Registration: 13 June 2012
Activity
Mail to Haiti by enigmadi
Is it possible to send mail to Haiti via the US Postal Service? Does Haiti have a postal system?
Yes Haiti has a postal system. They have a website and are present on social media as well: http://postehaiti.gouv.ht But personally i would prefer using services from UPS, FED-EX or DHL which are present in Haiti if sending anything important. Read More
Brother Sewing Machines by nataliaurosa44
Looking for place/s that sell Brother Sewing Machines in Haiti. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Bricolocal.com, Top Hardware http://flashhaiti.com/flash/businessdetail/id/50 , Quincaillerie Nouvelle S.A http://flashhaiti.com/flash/businessdetail/id/111 sell sewing machines. But i'm not sure if they carry the brand you want. Read More
Need a florist in PAP by Chris1984
It is my wife's birthday this week and I would like to order her flowers. I am currently back in the States for a few weeks, and I have attempted to find a number of a local flower shop that delivers flowers, but I didn't have any luck. If any of ...
I wasn't online for a while but "later is better than never". (translated from the French) Here's a few flower shops with e-mails so It'll be easier to contact them. Amaryllis Fleurs 150 Ave. John Brown, Lalue, Port-au-Prince Phone: 34 01 33 04/ 37 ... Read More
Crossing the Haiti-DR border: questions by lorigiana
Hello All, Can anyone give me information on what is needed if you are driving to the DR? (For vehicle clearance) I also need to know what days of the week are better to cross the border? What days is the border closed? What days are market days ...
I've done the experience with my father once and there's some paperwork to get ready before. You must own the vehicle which means the title has to be under your name, if not an authorization from the owner approved by a notary will be required. Also ... Read More
Pro mountain bike race in Haiti
Hi all, I would like to announce to mountain bike and cycling enthusiasts that a mountain bike race from Pot-au-Prince to Jacmel, passing from Kenscoff road, will be organized in February 2013 in Haiti. Registration is now open for athletes and ... Read More
Successful job interview in Haiti by Julie
Hi, passing a job interview in Haiti can be a stressful moment, especially you are not familiar with the cultural and professional codes of the country. How to successfully pass a job interview in Haiti ? What happens during the interview ...
A job interview in Haiti will be a similar experience to job interviews in the business world. Be formal and avoid showing tattoos, uncommon piercings. The employer might ask you tricky question to grade you socially as social fragmentation is very ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Haiti by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Haiti Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
What about a meeting to watch the Euro 12 final at a bar or restaurant? Read More
Betting shops
Sports gambling is not considered as a useful activity in the UK by many locals. But i consider it's an easy way to make profit as your only inventory is the hope of sports fans. I am interested in opening a betting shop in the Caribbean and ... Read More
International Student Living in USA? by mgoossens
I am in graduate school at USF in Tampa Florida. I am conducting research to find out how International Students experience life in America when they first arrive. Can you tell me your experience? Did you experience culture shock? What's ...
Hi, I have been an international student in the US for nearly two years. I did not experience cultural shocks, but it was a bit annyoning when americans assumed you knew everything about their culure. I wish I had known that education would cost ... Read More
Doing business in Haiti by Julien
Hi, are foreign investors welcome in Haiti? Is it complicated to register a company in Haiti? What is the procedure? What is the corporate tax rate in Haiti? Is it easy to recruit? Any advice you would share with us? Thank you ...
My last link was shortened and is not valid. Click the following to find the most complete information about doing business in Haiti: cfihaiti.net/j10/index.php/en/getting-started/doing-business Read More
Healthcare in Haiti by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Haiti ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Haiti? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Public healthcare in Haiti is far from being efficient. After the earthquake the biggest and best equipped hospital in Haiti was closed because all the high cost equipment became unusable from trying to help to many wounded people. It was owned by ... Read More
Doing business in Haiti by Julien
Hi, are foreign investors welcome in Haiti? Is it complicated to register a company in Haiti? What is the procedure? What is the corporate tax rate in Haiti? Is it easy to recruit? Any advice you would share with us? Thank you ...
Hi Julien, Doing business after going over the registration and legalization process will be a little more easier than the national Haitian. You will get the respect of locals for being a foreigner. Corporate tax is about 40% of profits and sole ... Read More