Import tax exemption for houshold goods?

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simonr69Member30 December 2025 13:06:48

We move in April from Switzerland to the DR. and we can pick up our Cedula for temporary residency which was been approved.

Therefore we send a 20ft container with our household goods to the DR. I have the knowledge that we could get a import tax exemption. But we heard different stories that it depends on which type of cedula is eligible for tax exemption. Some say only the yellow are valid (able to vote)

As im not a lawyer i could not find an exact answer. Are pople here with some experience or knowledge of this matter?

planner Dominican Republic Expert

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plannerDominican Republic Expert30 December 2025 13:51:49

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Your first residency as a non voting expat gives you the ability to bring in a container with certain exemptions.聽 There are a bunch of rules attached to this so make sure you understand them.

Pbert_62 New member

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Pbert_62New member30 December 2025 17:11:48

Where can i find these information about the rules to bring a container in DR?

planner Dominican Republic Expert

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plannerDominican Republic Expert30 December 2025 19:37:52

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I suggest you consult the shippers from your end. Find one who has done this before and has a customs agent on this end.聽

If you used a lawyer for residency ask that lawyer as well

ddmcghee Dominican Republic Expert

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ddmcgheeDominican Republic Expert30 December 2025 21:47:45

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We came in with a Pensioner visa and received a full exoneration on our household goods.

simonr69 Member

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simonr69MemberYesterday 16:27:06

@planner

The more i digg into this stuff the more i think there is no exact rule....maybe its like a lottery...if you are lucky you don't have to pay import duty taxes.

planner Dominican Republic Expert

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plannerDominican Republic ExpertYesterday 17:10:12

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There are very specific rules.聽 That said, hiring the right people to assist, knowing when to "tip" can certainly make things go smoother.

Tippj Serial expat

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TippjSerial expatYesterday 17:22:58

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