Docsxm
American expat in Dominican Republic
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Speaks English, Spanîsh, Efik , Ibio
Registration: 07 March 2019
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Medication in Dominican Republic by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
I usually bring all of my medication In my hand luggage that is carried on the plane and put overhead! That is your entitlement as it won’t do much good if needed and located in your checked in baggage. La Serena Super markets all have ... Read More
Medication in Dominican Republic by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
Although some medication plans in the USA have very low co payments depending on The plan One such is Kaiser Permenente employee and family co payment which is $5.00 However the non covered medications can be very high( in some cases $500 for brand ... Read More
I think my friend is being scammed by a Dominican woman by Nrshows
I friend went to the Dominican and met a lady. He stayed with her and her family. She convinced him to buy all kinds of stuff to “set her family up” so she could come to be with him in the USA. She is always needing more money for issues ...
When it comes to love relationships they say all is fair in love and war.. Well in the DR foreign men are considered a liquid asset. If you find someone locally attractive the biggest mistake is to show by your actions of charity and support that ... Read More
Dentists near La Romana by LabradorLounge
Can anyone recommend a dentist near La Romana that is highly skilled and reasonably priced? Those I have spoken to are quoting prices that are close to what I pay in the US.
I do not have a clue as to who is a good or inexpensive dentist in the La Romana area. However, less than 1.5 hrs away by car. Off Avenida de Febrero 27 in Bayona is the Universidad Ondontologica Dominicana.. When you are a foreigner they usually ... Read More
Homeschooling in Dominican Republic by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Homeschooling your children as an expat in Dominican Republic will definitely come with its load of challenges. Here is a special call to parents who are already homeschooling their children or who plan on doing so to share any ...
This topic is not something I have knowledge about nor experienced, while staying in the Dominican Republic. Read More
US ExPats questions.. by Jurate1
Hello my husband and I are recently retired. We are thinking of living abroad and Cabarete is one of our top choices as we are windsurfers and scuba divers. I am trying to estimate a budget and am unfamiliar with the big ticket items... I should ...
As a professional Occupational Therapist I understand your basic assumption of humans being functional and at other times dysfunctional when talking about the subject of Health. That continuum is why we health professionals thrive in the field, as ... Read More
Cheapest way to send a 42 inch flat screen tv by Connie Hackett Polemis
Hi. I need some help I am moving to the DR in January with my husband who already lives there .I am trying to take with me my 42 inch TV. What is my best options to ship it .or bring it with me as an oversize baggage . I also would like to know if ...
My opinion would be; not to bring the TV. Around Christmas time some items are allowed for a family exemption but if you are not with a DR ID in hand that option is likely off the table. TVs are available at reasonable prices in the DR. Christmas ... Read More
Negotiating salary and benefits in Dominican Republic by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Better job prospects in Dominican Republic can most certainly be an incentive to leave your country of origin. Securing a contract with the right salary and benefits for you can be crucial to make your move successful. Is ...
In my opinion, Expatriates coming to live in the DR without a source of continuous fixed monthly income are taking a risk that I would not prefer to take. Starting a business that is dependent on an income generated from the local population is also ... Read More
Maintaining a long distance relationship as an expat in Dominican Republic by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving to the Dominican Republic without your significant other can be quite difficult, especially since your partner is an undeniable source of support. This kind of move may require some adjustments from both parties in order to ...
Without going into the depths of the relationship itself.. There are some economical ways to stay in touch with important others who are at a distance.. Certain requirements are needed. Such as a good high end phone that will have a sustained ... Read More
Buy in US or DR to furnish a new apt in Punta Cana by SteinSol
Hi, we are new to this forum, my husband and I live in NY. We are buying a 2 bedroom apt in Punta Cana, new construction. We are looking for best & economical way to furnish it, from appliances to couch to mattresses etc. The DR Consulate ...
I found that many of the department stores in Santo Domingo were expensive when it can to the purchase of dining room tables and chairs , bedroom furniture and beds, televisions, and bedding materials.. As I looked around the city I went to the ... Read More
Hurricane Season 2019....to Watch by Guest2022
Something to watch........ https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at5+shtml/144923.shtml?cone#contents If it develops and tracks as the current NHS forecast, the East and South Coasts are in the most likley line of fire.
Honestly I was in Saint Martin when Hurricane Irma and Maria came through and you should not wish to feel the impact of any storm for the sake of having the experience. I was in a building on the second floor while the ground floor flooded to the ... Read More
DIGESETT will Start Testing Drivers for Alcohol this Friday in SD. by Guest2022
https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/ciudad/anuncian-que-el-viernes-se-empezara-hacer-pruebas-de-alcohol-a-los-conductores-DD13673202?utm_source=onesignal&utm_medium=push In the name of AMET, they have tried before having bought 1200 breath ...
I’m not saying that the idea of taking breath samples is a bad idea. However, the validity of such devices is currently in question as per the accuracy of the device doing exactly what it pro ports to do. Secondly i give a thumbs down to your ... Read More
Payment methods in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Once youre settled in Dominican Republic, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common ...
Because of the road side possibilities I keep change of 1000/2000 peso.. Use online banking and have yet to open a DR account.. I would like to sell water in the future and will open an account for that to pay workers but a bank card and random ... Read More
Payment methods in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Once youre settled in Dominican Republic, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common ...
When it comes to foreign exchange.. I have personally tried to stick to the safest institutional methods due to the exposure of my financial affairs when it comes to transaction between dollars or euros and businesses. I have on occasion done ... Read More
Payment methods in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Once youre settled in Dominican Republic, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common ...
When you need to purchase something like food clothing and daily living items in the DR you will need pesos.. Foreign currency is not acceptable except at official money exchange locations.. If you have a debit card from your country and they have ... Read More