Landlord Said Lien Can Be Place on Passport

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2 years ago

Im currently living in the Boca Chica area of Dominican Republic.聽 I need to return to the US as my job is requiring fulltime in the office. My landlord said if I break the lease he would file a lien on my passport so that i cant leave the country. Can this civil matter affect my immigration status?

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planner Dominican Republic Expert

17774POSTS

2 years ago

Yes he can but it takes time, he can't do anything until you are 90 days in arrears. If you have a deposit the landlord can keep that. Otherwise it's likely an empty threat!

ddmcghee Dominican Republic Expert

1950POSTS

2 years ago

@kobymglass1 Do you have residency here? If so, you might have trouble renewing if you have a legal judgment against you. Probably best to pay a penalty and walk away rather than risk legal action.