Jonnie San Pedro
MemberAmerican expat in Dominican Republic
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American
Speaks English fluently and some Spanish badly.
Registration: 17 September 2021
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Clarification on Residency Requirements by deniseblackwilson
Hello! My name is Denise Wilson. My husband Cornell and I will be moving to Cabarete month. He will be turning 62 in March and at that time he plans to retire and start getting his Social Security. We need to get clarification on how long can we ...
I have done the extension successfully several times online (which gives me a total of four months). It is a simple process for anyone capable of taking pictures with a phone and uploading PDFs or images to a website. I have even reused the same ... Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
So to be clear, once you are approved, you will have a PDF letter you can print or save on your phone. In my experience this was not available immediately upon approval. After you are approved, check the portal every day or two until the link ... Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
I stand corrected again. They did give me the 120 days.[link under review] Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
Lennoxnev, I stand corrected. I have just gone back and logged back in to the portal. There is a PDF document (not originally available when I was approved) that shows my extension approval. Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
On a tangent relative to the original topic, one aspect of the extension that is a bit inconvenient and discomforting is having nothing to show for a successful application for an extension. Presumably, it is duly recorded in the computer system. ... Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
Sondrax, I proceed with a general mindset that I will always be ripped off. When I'm not (95% of the time), I feel happy. This may sound cynical, but not so when tempered with a small dose of humorous outlook. I would advise never paying in advance ... Read More
Bank and credit card payments for Claro cell phones by Tripp789
Hi all, My wife and I now have Claro DR cell phones on a monthly billing cycle. I’ve attempted several times to get my Banco debit card signed up to pay for the service. So far it hasn’t worked. Also tried my USA MC and no joy. We ...
You can pay phone and utility bills with Xoom although it's a bit tricky sometimes and there's a fee of 2 or 3 US dollars. Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
https://migracion.gob.do/servicio/prorroga-de-estadia/ I appreciate detailed information provided by others in these forums so I thought I would reciprocate. Here’s my recent experience obtaining a tourist card extension. I procrastinated and ... Read More
Cell phone providers by SFP203
Who is the best cell phone service provider and is it easy to get a cell phone contract? What does one need to do/show to get a contract. Thanks
Some may find this a bit off topic, but my feeling is the most important aspect of cell service in the DR is mobile data because there are many ways to voice call or video call without placing a traditional phone call. WhatsApp is practically the ... Read More
covid test before a flight by LT American
Good day everyone. I am going to the Capital a few days before my flight back to the US. Where can I get a covid test. How quickly am I able to recieve the results?
Amadita has an app easily found. Google it. It will show you locations, allow you to book, make payment, etc ... There are many locations and you get your results via email within hours. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell ...
Hi Folks, I've been planning on a move to the DR that looked more long term until the year 2020 changed my perpective and I simply made it happen sooner than planned. I'm in San Pedro de Macoris with my novia of over 7 years. Lots to figure ... Read More