swhite0331
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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About me
American
Lives in Sosúa, Puerto Plata
Speaks English and some spanish
Registration: 28 July 2017
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Íæż½ã½ã Updates? by brodies2013
Seems that 90% of people here are looking to move to DR...but, once they do...or don't...we never hear another peep. I would love to find out how it went...is going...funny stories...etc. Chime in people! I get a few friendly PM's...and ...
Wish I could say they we have made the move, but... we're still in South Carolina :( There is a never ending list of things to do in preparation! Thankfully everything is going smoothly (keeping my fingers crossed). Asking A LOT of questions ... Read More
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 ...
Thank you for answering the repeat question, Planner. Read More
Food safety - fruits and vegetables by cshelly12
I have heard that fruits and vegetable can be unsafe here in the DR due to poor water sanitation. I've been told only to eat fruits and veggies that I have peeled myself. However, there are a ton of vegetables that aren't typically peeled ...
Thanks for the info. That cleared up and confusion. Read More
advice about finding a place in Sosua/Cabarete by Marat2017
Hi everyone! I hope you are doing well and have enough sunshine over there. I am a new member here as I plan to move to Sosua/Cabarete area and I would appreciate your feedback regarding my request. I live in Vancouver, Canada and work remotely from ...
Thank you Marat, for this question. I am in the same situation and I was about to post the very same question- now I don't need to! I would like to thank everyone for their candor. When it comes to moving to a foreign country, every bit of ... Read More
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 ...
Hello there. My family and I would like to relocate to DR (with as little headache as possible), could you please direct us to a reputable lawyer who specializes in temporary residency? I am awaiting the decision on 2 Veteran Affairs claims and ... Read More
advice about finding a place in Sosua/Cabarete by Marat2017
Hi everyone! I hope you are doing well and have enough sunshine over there. I am a new member here as I plan to move to Sosua/Cabarete area and I would appreciate your feedback regarding my request. I live in Vancouver, Canada and work remotely from ...
Thank you, Bob. That was a big concern for me. Read More
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 ...
Thanks for the info. Every bit is appreciated as there is so much to do and not enough time to do it! Read More
Food safety - fruits and vegetables by cshelly12
I have heard that fruits and vegetable can be unsafe here in the DR due to poor water sanitation. I've been told only to eat fruits and veggies that I have peeled myself. However, there are a ton of vegetables that aren't typically peeled ...
Hi Planner, I hope all is well. You spoke of using tap water to brush teeth and wash dishes and bottled water for drinking...would a water purifier do the trick or should I just stick to bottled water? Do you use bottled water for your pets as well? ... Read More
Retiring in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Dominican Republic? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, ...
That sounds fantastic. I will be relocating to DR soon and as a fellow veteran, I would love the opportunity to help other vets. I am extremely interested. Please let me know if/when you get it up and running. Sandra Read More
Retiring in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Dominican Republic? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, ...
What a wonderful way to continue serving those in need. Thank you for your service. Read More
advice about finding a place in Sosua/Cabarete by Marat2017
Hi everyone! I hope you are doing well and have enough sunshine over there. I am a new member here as I plan to move to Sosua/Cabarete area and I would appreciate your feedback regarding my request. I live in Vancouver, Canada and work remotely from ...
Whew! Thank you so much, that is a huge relief. I can not express how invaluable your information is. Thanks again Sandra Read More
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 ...
Hi, Thanks for your post. There was a bunch of useful information. I was wondering if you knew the names for any of the Dominican owned shipping companies? I will be moving fairly soon and I have a few things that I would like shipped. Any help ... Read More
advice about finding a place in Sosua/Cabarete by Marat2017
Hi everyone! I hope you are doing well and have enough sunshine over there. I am a new member here as I plan to move to Sosua/Cabarete area and I would appreciate your feedback regarding my request. I live in Vancouver, Canada and work remotely from ...
Hello everyone! I have read all the posts in this thread, and it was A LOT of useful information. Some questions were asked that I had not though of, so...THANK YOU and the responses were so informative and detailed. The more I read, the more ... Read More
advice about finding a place in Sosua/Cabarete by Marat2017
Hi everyone! I hope you are doing well and have enough sunshine over there. I am a new member here as I plan to move to Sosua/Cabarete area and I would appreciate your feedback regarding my request. I live in Vancouver, Canada and work remotely from ...
Thanks Julie, I will be sure to check them out. Any other advice? Read More
advice about finding a place in Sosua/Cabarete by Marat2017
Hi everyone! I hope you are doing well and have enough sunshine over there. I am a new member here as I plan to move to Sosua/Cabarete area and I would appreciate your feedback regarding my request. I live in Vancouver, Canada and work remotely from ...
Wow, thank you! It had not occurred to me to factor in peak season...thank you so much! With everything else to consider, that little (but important) facet was overlooked. Read More