Kat11
Serial expatAmerican looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Registration: 01 January 2016
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Mexican Consulate Orlando FL by Kat11
Has anyone had experience with applying for Temp Residency at consulate in Orlando? I have two appts for my husband and myself. I would like to know how your experience was...did you get approved same day or did you have to go back to pick up ...
Well you have to start the process at a consulate in your home country which is what my question was "Anyone had experience applying for Temp Residency at Orlando consulate". I agree with you on the US. Read More
Mexican Consulate Orlando FL
Has anyone had experience with applying for Temp Residency at consulate in Orlando? I have two appts for my husband and myself. I would like to know how your experience was...did you get approved same day or did you have to go back to pick up ... Read More
Residency Visas by hilton463
Hello! I live in Los Angeles and have been trying to schedule an appointment at the consulate without success to apply for a temporary residency visa, does anyone know if there is a service that could expedite an appointment? The website is ...
@jackie2023 There is No fast way of getting citizenship. You can start with getting your Temporary or Permanent Residency first.... (if you meet the financial requirements). There's a lot to learn if your just starting and a lot of good info ... Read More
Residency Visas by hilton463
Hello! I live in Los Angeles and have been trying to schedule an appointment at the consulate without success to apply for a temporary residency visa, does anyone know if there is a service that could expedite an appointment? The website is ...
HI. Did you and your husband get appts together or separate but same day? I keep reading everyone needs their own appt. We live 3 hours one way from our consulate so really want to go sane time. Thanks. Read More
temporary residency visas by hilton463
I am looking to visit the Mexican consulate in Los Angeles to begin the process of obtaining a temporary residency visa. I am retired and wondering if anyone here has any experience with this particular consulate as it seems they all have slightly ...
Now if I can figure out how to get a English version...I don't see an option for English. Read More
temporary residency visas by hilton463
I am looking to visit the Mexican consulate in Los Angeles to begin the process of obtaining a temporary residency visa. I am retired and wondering if anyone here has any experience with this particular consulate as it seems they all have slightly ...
Does anyone know if I apply for permanent residency and it's denied because I'm short of the financial requirements (will be short on the monthly income part of it, but will own a house over 400k in MX) will they just tell me I don't qualify ... Read More
Healthcare in Mexico with pre existing condition by koolcat1954
I am planning on retiring to Mexico this May. I am confused regarding healthcare.. I am 67 and generally in good health 15 years ago I had a heart issue but no damage and have a stent. I only need a check up once a year which I don't mind flying ...
Koolkat1954, I just sent you a private message with some info. Kat Read More
Protecting Quintana Roo by cccmedia
Mexican officials are beefing up security patrols at the beaches, bars and nightclubs in Cancún and the state of Quintana Roo where international tourism attracts millions of visitors annually. Years ago, tourism tanked in Acapulco after drug ...
Hopefully the tourists buying the drugs are being arrested as well and tossed in Mexican prisons....I'm sure that would help with keeping idiots from vacationing there in search of drugs and ruining the area for other vacationers, plus expats ... Read More
VPN for watching US TV by Ladydi3328
I'm looking for recommendations for a VPN so I can at least get CNN here in Mexico. I'd like to get some of the programming from NBC as well (Stephen Colbert, etc) but I understand that is not possible, even with a VPN outside the ...
Hi I'm new to the conversation and planning on moving in a year to PDC or Akumal area What is an average cable package with US TV stations available and what is approx cost? I really am just looking for HGTV, Bavaro, TMC, CNN, some sports ... Read More
Good morning, by rpnettles
My name is Robin, I live in South Carolina in the U.S. This is my first post in any of the blogs. I am 64 and I want to really move to Mexico but my husband and grown son are not on board. I am living in pure agony emotionally here. I do not ...
Yep.l I agree, watching news nightly is ridiculous in the US....I'm 57 and won't be staying here. People talk about all the other countries being so unsafe....open your eyes the US is going down fast. The poor are getting poor rich getting ... Read More
No longer moderating by planner
I have resigned the volunteer position of moderating these forums. For somewhere around 14 or 15 years I have mostly enjoyed the roll. I have met a lot of new people and for that I am grateful. I am done being accused of various things. Now I ...
I am so sad to hear this!! But happy you will be living a little (or alot) more stress free!! 💃 You have given me so much info over the years and insight on so many topics in the DR. My husband and I have been looking into retiring to ... Read More
Closing costs for New Developments in Playa Del Carmen by konablacksand
Hi Everyone: I am buying a new construction in Playacar and I was told the closing cost would be 2%. THis comes out to like $27K and I am wondering WTF this closing costs entails since I am supposed to be buying directly from the developer's ...
In Dominican Republic they charge a 3% transfer fee for an existing condo/or villa and new construction this fee is usually waived. But we bought a new $300k condo on the beach so didn't pay fee. If your paying 27k I guess your spending ... Read More
Food Sanitation and Pesticides by RockyM
Someone brought this up in the Intro thread and thought I would kick this snow ball down the hill to start discussion of what precautions, methods, etc. you use to ensure consumption of safe food items (fruits, produce, meats, etc.). I'll copy ...
I am curious why no one has mentioned Hydroponics? I have never used one, but my husband and I planned on buying one to take with us for patio or rooftop terrace when in DR. They range in price from $100 to $600 on Amazon and you could even make a ... Read More
Rental Playa Turquesa Bavaria by Terryo
Hi my wife and l have narrowed our search for a rental condo to Playa Turquesa Bavaro, We are looking for a 2 bedroom at the beach , with available lounge chairs pool etc. Our budget is $2500- $2800 Cdn. Per month. For Jan. Feb. Mar. 2022. Any ...
Congrats!!! Maybe mention your 50th in the email and ask if you can get a better price not using a realtor...you have to ask to find out. Good luck let me know. Read More
Why Have the Financial Requirements for Residency Skyrocketed? by Halfwaytree
If memory serves, two years ago the amount of available, on hand funds one needed to apply for permanent residency in Mexico was $118,000 Canadian dollars. Last year it was raised to $130,000 plus. OK, that was a lot but I understand the amount ...
Hi, I have just joined this forum today, I have been on the Dominican Republic Forum for years. We are deciding now if we should move to Punta Cana DR or Playa del Carmen MX. Please help me understand Mexico's residency process, I know ... Read More