

dr4me
American expat in Dominican Republic
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12
About me
American
Lives in B谩varo, La Altagracia
Registration: 08 January 2019
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one way flight by cirock
what is the worst case scenario on purchasing a ticket one way? Is it more expensive to get a flight back to Toronto? Just planning on staying 5 days. is it difficulty to fly out of Dominican republic?

I鈥檒l buy a round trip ticket to be safe. Read More


Dentist in higuey or bavaro by gogogiz
Hi all I need a tooth pulled. One of my molars cracked. I dont know what is an average cost not how to source the best dentist. I'm staying in pueblo bavaro, close to veron. Anyone know a reputable dentist and an average cost to just freeze ...

Thank you DominicanadaMike for sharing the contact info. Good to have. Read More


Best cities for retirement in Dominican Republic by Bhavna
Hello everyone, An increasing amount of people want to spend their retirement abroad. Would you consider giving a few tips to those looking into the Dominican Republic for their retirement? What are the most attractive cities for retirees in ...

Las Terrenas has among the most beautiful beaches I鈥檝e ever visited. Read More


Mail Forwarding Registration with Aduanas by planner
Soon you will need to be registered with Aduanas in order to receive your mail forwarded packages. This has been enacted to prevent purchases meant for resale. People have used multiple accounts and multiple mail forwarders to buy in quantity and ...

Thank you Planner for sharing the link from Customs. Read More


Travel - Medical Insurance by tdanielsns
Asking for a friend - Best travel insurance for stays of 30 days or less for 65 and older and smokes

I believe the airlines offer insurances for short stays. Read More


Car Buying Advice by cruffman
a word of advice to expats moving to the DR, and planning to buy a vehicle..... always keep in the back of your mind the little remark about ''the best laid plans of mice and men''. some of you come here with a predetermined time ...

I encourage to always check the car on CarFax and have a recommend mechanic on hand. Read More


Security Systems by RockyM
Our build date is still in the future (never seems to get any closer); however, that will not stop me from planning! Regarding security systems (electronics/cameras specifically) is there a system you all have deployed that works? For instance, we ...

I鈥檝e seen pretty good security cameras in PriceSmart. Make sure you have an inverter/backup power with these security systems. Read More


Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...

The thing I find in the DR is that what is in print is not always enforced. Or sometimes they put it in practice and other times not. Read More


Safest Place to Live in DR ?? by mlb135
Looking to retire to DR... What are the safest places to live in the DR?? What about Cabarete??? Thanks for any help and advice... Michael and Lori

There are plenty of gated communities especially in the Cocotal area of Bavaro. Most allow pets. There are many who work online for a US employer and don麓t apply for a work visa. Read More


Traveling with dog by Jamiemelissa
Hi! We are moving end of July and I know I need to get my dog a Health Certificate within 30 days of travel. Am not sure which form?. I found several...and then I was reading on the DR embassy site that we need to get it certified by the state USDA ...

I麓ve read some practical information on the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service section of the United States Department of Agriculture website about the requirements to brings pet to the DR. Read More


OBGYN English speaking doctors in Sosua, Cabarete or Santiago? by GuestPoster284
Any referrals would be Great. Thanks

Thank you all for helpful suggestions. I will pass this on to the misses. Read More