kpetit
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Lives in Santiago de los Caballeros, Sa
Registration: 02 February 2021
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NEW DEBIT CARD FOR SCOTIABANK by goinforit
Our debit card at Scotiabank expires soon and I am wondering how difficult it will be to get a replacement.Does anyone have recent experience with this process?
@goinforit You have to go in person to the branch for the replacement card. Make sure they do not issue you a card that is going to expire in six months or less. Read More
Verizon Unlimited Ultimate Plan by ondami
Good morning allI keep reading forum posts about cell phones in DR. I have checked into the Verizon Unlimited Ultimate plan which, according to the company, allows one to use their current smartphone while in DR to make calls, text, and stream (plus ...
The pl is called Unlimited Ultimate. Read More
Verizon Unlimited Ultimate Plan by ondami
Good morning allI keep reading forum posts about cell phones in DR. I have checked into the Verizon Unlimited Ultimate plan which, according to the company, allows one to use their current smartphone while in DR to make calls, text, and stream (plus ...
Verizon just started this new plan in November of this year. It covers 210 countries. Please check their website for more information. Read More
My Spinal Surgery Experience in the DR by RockyM
As indicated in another thread I had spinal surgery on January 5, 2023, in Santo Domingo. I promised to write up my experience so hopefully others may benefit, if considering a major surgery here in the DR. The following is a brief recounting of my ...
I am glad you are doing better. I had a similar experience with herniated discs. It took me two years after the surgery to move around freely without pain. Be patient with the process. Things will get better with the passage of time. May God ... Read More
Mortgage in Puerto Plata by cynthymon
My husband and I am trying to buy a condo in Puerto Plata. In June 2022, we approached Scotiabank about a loan as they advertised they offer mortgages for Foreigners wanting a vacation home. We were told that we have to have a "Offer to Sale" to ...
I did finance with Scotiabank about two years ago. Be careful with the refinancing. They may have some penalties for paying off the loan early. It goes by a certain percentage of the loan. Please do your research before squeezing the trigger. 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 ...
@windeguy It took about 7 months from start to finish. It took that long because I am actively working in the USA. I did not travel right away after the visa was issued by the consulate. 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 take great pleasure to announce another successful case by Lishali. I just receive the residency card and cedula this weekend. I evaluate her services based on competence, honesty, reliability, efficiency, and knowledge. For those of you who ... Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
I take great pleasure to announce another successful case by Lishali. I just receive the residency card and cedula this weekend. I evaluate her services based on competence, honesty, reliability, efficiency, and knowledge. For those of you who ... Read More
Property Manager in LT by modaisky1971
Has anyone ever dealt with Neli Celarc in Las Terrenas. We are trying to set up payment for a property and just checking to see if anyone knows her for safety before sending. Western Union is very sticky for this right now as there have ...
Global transfer you can to Scotia. Read More
WI FI ALEXA AND OTHER ELECTRONICS by felice1966
does Alexa work with WI FI ? AND DOES ANYONE HAVE PROBLEMS LOOKING AT YOUR CAMERAS FROM THE USA OR WARE-EVER YOU ARE??? SORRY FOR ALL THE STUPID Q JUST GOING BACK ON THE 8TH WANT TO BRING WHAT A CAN THANKS FOR ALL THE HELP FROM YOU PROS!
I installed some Ring cameras in my unit in Santiago. They work perfectly. I have no problem monitoring movements around my unit. Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Letters from your place of retirement or the company that manages the pension funds. Read More
Housekeeper stole diamond earrings by Conifer
Hello. My diamond earrings are gone. I have reasonable suspicion of the housekeeper. What do I do now.
If you are the owner of the property, I recommend installing a good safe for your precious belongings. Read More
Buying a used car by gabchev1500
Hello everyone, I've been living here in Sosua for a few months and have been overwhelmed with how to find a good used car. I read a lot about Mike in Santa Domingo, so I contacted him. He found me a good and did the paperwork for me. But last ...
That is very good to hear. Let's continue to keep him in prayers. Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Congrats!!!!!! Read More
Question about internet service by Alicia55
I’m living in the US and have Comcast for internet but have my own modem and router because I didn’t want to use theirs. When I come to DR and get internet service ...my parents have altice for internet.... can I use this modem and ...
You will be able to use your own router like Netgear, Linksys and many others to create subnet. However, you will have to use the one provided by them as the gateway to provide the internet service in the house. Read More