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PattiK
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Registration: 24 January 2013
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Vaccines required in Dominican Republic by Diksha
Hello everybody, When living or moving abroad, and in particular in Dominican Republic, vaccination against certain diseases is often required to enter the country or to avoid risks. We would like to ask you a few questions to help future ...
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I'm with Stan! I am also eligible for the vaccine but the 'science' I am reading is warning me to stay away... at least until it is fully approved (and by that I mean the FDA - not the WHO) I am not an anti-vaxxer but my ... Read More
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Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
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I was wondering how many have used an imigration lawyer, and how many have done everything by themselves? What do you think would be better? Is the cost worth it?Robbie123, I did some of it myself and then caved and hired an Attorney. I began by ... Read More
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Best north coast city for young family? by JH40911
Hello, I am brand new to this forum, but have been reading it for months now, as well as any other information out there on the internet. We are intending on moving down there within the next year(Sept 17), specifically to the north coast. We ...
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Brodies.... Claro seems to be the best Internet provider. I think this is an incredible deal. Comparable service Would cost at least 40,000 pesos in Canada. Your place is about 1.5 km from us & 100 feet higher.Hi Thomas! That is an absolutely ... Read More
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Currency exchange by jennmargar
I'll be in DR for two weeks and would like to exchange some of my dollars for pesos. Would I get a better deal with my local bank, an American airport or the Dominican airport?
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What about Dwolla! Is anyone familiar with it? Does anyone use it in the DR? Read More
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Essentials to live in Dominican Republic by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Dominican Republic, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Dominican Republic? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with ...
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Thanks All! I have found this thread to be ever so helpful. I guess I've done things backwards! I got my residency before I was ready to move and my time ran out on shipping the container duty free. I'm so happy to hear that perhaps I ... Read More
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Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
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Thanks Bob. I highly recommend LICDA. ILONKA HOLT Immigration Lawyer residencydr.com Tom, Yes - LaCatalina - but I'm not sure about keeping to the right. I get a little lost up there on those twisty winding roads but it sounds like you know the ... Read More
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Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
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Yes, I got both cards (Residencia and Cedula) in hand on Monday. They come from two different offices but they are not that far apart and definitely do-able on the same day with a good Attorney. (one who drives!) But don't forget - I have been ... Read More
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Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
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Thank You Planner! And Yes Tom - Cedula AND Resident card IN HAND! BTW Tom, - you and I may be neighbors - sort of - one day. We haven't moved yet - still in the US - but I am being retired early from my job and we have already downsized ... Read More
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Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
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Hello everyone! I have not introduced myself on the newbie thread yet (and I will do so) but I wanted to jump in here because I have just - last Monday - completed the Temporary Residencia/Cedula process and thought I might be of some use having ... Read More