thezuber
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Shipping household items from Dominican Republic to Canada. by BobMilos
I used to hire Mario , from Amigo Shipping when we moved from Canada to DR. Now I need to send some stuff back to Canada from Dominican Republic. I have a hard time finding Amigo Shipping online and the WhatsApp phone I have does not work. Can ...
@BobMilosi just spoke to Mario and does not typically do this due to a lack of demand. You or us would have to fill a complete 20’ container to justify the effort and expenses Read More
Shipping household items from Dominican Republic to Canada. by BobMilos
I used to hire Mario , from Amigo Shipping when we moved from Canada to DR. Now I need to send some stuff back to Canada from Dominican Republic. I have a hard time finding Amigo Shipping online and the WhatsApp phone I have does not work. Can ...
I’ve just found another phone number for Mario 647 573-1829. I’ve left a message this evening and will let you know if I hear back from him Read More
Shipping household items from Dominican Republic to Canada. by BobMilos
I used to hire Mario , from Amigo Shipping when we moved from Canada to DR. Now I need to send some stuff back to Canada from Dominican Republic. I have a hard time finding Amigo Shipping online and the WhatsApp phone I have does not work. Can ...
@BobMilos I too used Mario to bring my things down and need to return some items to Canada. Could you keep me in the loop if you find a solution? Depending on the quantity of items you return perhaps we could share a container. Read More
Real estate
I am selling my villa in the Dominican and wondering if I can post my listing here? Read More
Property taxes by markrosenbaum51
How does the government communicate to property owners the yearly amount of property taxes? I have lived in Sosua for 2 years and recently sold my condo. I knew about the $150,000 threshold on property value so since I never received a bill, I ...
@Titus Krause hello. I'm hoping based on your previous posts you can help me understand the tax implications here. I have just closed on a property in Casa Linda and already had my pensioner residency. Does this mean I don't pay land transfer ... Read More
Furnishing a villa in casa linda by taralindsay5
Hello all, it’s been a while since I’ve been on this forum and I almost forgot how to use it. (Hehe)Our villa in Casa Linda is in the process of being built. They started about six weeks ago and things are moving along quite nicely and ...
@taralindsay5 I shipped some items here from Canada but purchased the bulk of my furnishings/appliances here. I am a designer by trade so chose to do this myself. I bought items in Santo Domingo, Santiago, Puerto Plata and locally. I hired a ... Read More
We finalized our purchase in Casa Linda! by taralindsay5
We are so excited! Just finalized our purchase and nailed down our floorplan! We are thinking about using Angela to help with furnishing of the home right down to the last detail. However, we are also thinking of just doing it on our own. It will be ...
@taralindsay5 I shipped some items from Canada but purchased the bulk here. I chose to do this myself as I am a designer by trade. I purchased in Santa Domingo, Santiago and Puerto Plata as well as local stores. I love the process and tend to be ... Read More
Should I get residency by jperryjr1
I know this subject has been covered but I'm wondering if I should get one now. My wife and I will own a house in Cabarete and will be spending the winters there only, for a few more years (as we still have to work) We are still unsure if we will ...
Having just gone through this process I can tell you its a lot of paperwork, frustrating and not cheap. However, I am proud to have received my Residency and Cedula. Heck I'm almost Dominican now! LOL. I used Lishali Baez and strongly recommend ... Read More
Shipping Canada to the DR by Bob and Donna
We have a few household items we would like to ship from Toronto to Sosua. It will be a small wooden crate 4x4x6 weighing approx. 600lbs.. Can anyone assist us in recommending a reliable shipper? Many thanks.
Mario Rodríguez Amigo Shipping81 Arrow RoadUnit #3008North York647-573-1829OrWhatsApp 416-834-5895He delivered all my things and it was excellent service! Read More
We finalized our purchase in Casa Linda! by taralindsay5
We are so excited! Just finalized our purchase and nailed down our floorplan! We are thinking about using Angela to help with furnishing of the home right down to the last detail. However, we are also thinking of just doing it on our own. It will be ...
@planner Hi I'm a mere month away from moving into my Sunbreeze model and needing appliances and some furnishings. One supplier advised they are months away from receiving the seagrass needed to complete the items i wanted to order! ... Read More
Importing car to Dominican Republic by Scorpiana
So I received a quote to have my car delivered from Florida to DR for about $1,200-seems reasonable. What kind of cost should I expect when it arrives to the DR and relinquished to the officials?
Timely info thread. I expect to pick up my residency in the next few weeks. Would like to bring my 2019 Acura RDX from Canada. Been leasing for 4 years and will buy it out in August. Is that acceptable re prior ownership and any idea approximate ... Read More
Bank Transfer by thezuber
I am trying to transfer money from Scotiabank Canada to Banco Santa cruz but Scotiabank wont accept the Swift #SCRZDOSD. They require numerical only. Any help would be appreciated
Did you transfer from Scotiabank canada to Banco santo Cruz? Still wont work for me Read More
Bank Transfer
I am trying to transfer money from Scotiabank Canada to Banco Santa cruz but Scotiabank wont accept the Swift #SCRZDOSD. They require numerical only. Any help would be appreciated Read More
Global Affairs Canada interferes with DR Residency Applications by thezuber
I was advised and confirmed today that suddenly the DR is requiring all Canadian Residency documents must be “Authenticated” by Global Affairs Canada effective immediately! They will also no longer permit the Toronto consulate to ...
I was advised yesterday I’m getting my stamp. I can mail the documents into Global Affairs and when Authenticated, they can mail them to you here or send them via courier to you or your lawyer down there. Check with your own lawyer. Read More
Global Affairs Canada interferes with DR Residency Applications by thezuber
I was advised and confirmed today that suddenly the DR is requiring all Canadian Residency documents must be “Authenticated” by Global Affairs Canada effective immediately! They will also no longer permit the Toronto consulate to ...
Lily is fighting this for us but I personally believe the Canadian Government strong armed the DR ministry to make this sudden change. I’m in a similar situation to you. Let’s hope there is resolution quickly Read More