Rob & Michele Davies
@Robbie123
Canadian looking for information about Dominican Republic
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Binbrook
Speaks English
Registration: 03 January 2015
Personal Update by planner
Many of you know me in person as well as on here. I am active pretty much every single day. I will be away starting Monday December 11 as I am having surgery in Santo Domingo.Some weeks ago I damaged my left shoulder and it just kept getting worse. ...
Good luck with your surgery Planner, wishing you a speedy and pain free recovery! 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 have looked at WestJet information on bringing dogs back to Canada. And I am a little confused about whether I can or not. I have 60lb Dominican dog that has been with us for 4+ years. And we wanted to take him back to Canada with us. Is it ... Read More
Renewal of your Dominican drivers license? by Robbie123
Im not sure if anyone can answer this. I have a Dominican drivers licence. Is it possible to renew your Dominican drivers license if you have let your residency and cedula expire?
I was afraid of that. Thanks everyone! Read More
Renewal of your Dominican drivers license?
Im not sure if anyone can answer this. I have a Dominican drivers licence. Is it possible to renew your Dominican drivers license if you have let your residency and cedula expire? Read More
Bank Transfer by thezuber
I am trying to transfer money from Scotiabank Canada to Banco Santa cruz but Scotiabank wont accept the Swift #SCRZDOSD. They require numerical only. Any help would be appreciated
My bank only will send in U.S. funds. I have to convert Canadian dollars to U.S. for them to send it. Very annoying and expensive. Read More
Bank Transfer by thezuber
I am trying to transfer money from Scotiabank Canada to Banco Santa cruz but Scotiabank wont accept the Swift #SCRZDOSD. They require numerical only. Any help would be appreciated
We just do an international bank transfer of funds to our Dominican Bank. Has anyone found a way to transfer Canadian funds directly to a Dominican peso account? Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
The one I use from Ontario Canada is closing soon. So now I'm looking for a replacement for this service. They have an option of scanning the mail and emailing it to me, very convenient. Hopefully i can find another service like this from Canada. Read More
Property taxes by markrosenbaum51
How does the government communicate to property owners the yearly amount of property taxes? I have lived in Sosua for 2 years and recently sold my condo. I knew about the $150,000 threshold on property value so since I never received a bill, I ...
How does one apply for this? "Now, in regards to anual property taxes. People over 65 years of age with a single real estate property intended for housing are exempt from paying the anual Real Estate Property Tax (IPI)." Read More
Real Estate Commission rate by Nickel Capital
Quick question, in the north coast (Sosua/Cabarete) what fee or % is typically charged to the seller of a villa etc.?
Lots of good information to think about. Thanks. Read More
Real Estate Commission rate by Nickel Capital
Quick question, in the north coast (Sosua/Cabarete) what fee or % is typically charged to the seller of a villa etc.?
Do you really need an agent or is it possible to sell without one? Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update 鈥� by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
Yes with the code from Google maps ships directly to your door! Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update 鈥� by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
No nothing extra. Just the initial cost! Included delivery to my house! Seamless! Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update 鈥� by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
@T.DRRR As we have no address in the Dominican Republic we used the Google maps location code J34P etc etc that gave the exact location for service and ordering. We did fill in the rest of the location city, Province etc. Shopped here by DHL then ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update 鈥� by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
Temporarily set out on the patio and speed is awesome. Well over 150mbs downloads and 40 uploads. So happy to have good internet finally! Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update 鈥� by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
Finally got the email my Starlink has shipped! Read More
Starlink Internet by Roryzion
Hello everyone I live in San Felipe Puerto Plata.聽 Claro does not have fiber in my neighborhood (yet).聽聽Does anyone have a review of Starlink's service? The site shows it's available for my address in PP.聽聽
We used the code from Google maps for our initial address. Worked for ordering. Hope it also works for delivery. We are in a development just outside of Cabrera without street names as well. Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update 鈥� by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
After all the years putting up with our crappy internet here in rural Cabrera. We just ordered our Starlink system......hope its worthwhile! Read More
Water filters - whole house vs drinking/cooking only by planner
I need everyone's help now. I do not have any info on water filtration systems available here or any idea on current costing. Tell me - what are my options for a whole house? What are my options for just drinking and cooking water? Remember ...
The uv light was a separate purchase, i wanted to get one that had a good flow rate to accommodate all the water uses possible all at the same time. No we didn't have the water tested but It was possible to have it done. We also had a water ... Read More
Water filters - whole house vs drinking/cooking only by planner
I need everyone's help now. I do not have any info on water filtration systems available here or any idea on current costing. Tell me - what are my options for a whole house? What are my options for just drinking and cooking water? Remember ...
I have a ispring 3 filter system 4"x 20" filters, a combination of 1 micron sediment filters and charcoal filters and a UV light all purchased from Home depot and brought in in our suitcases. We had no problem going through customs even ... Read More
Water filters - whole house vs drinking/cooking only by planner
I need everyone's help now. I do not have any info on water filtration systems available here or any idea on current costing. Tell me - what are my options for a whole house? What are my options for just drinking and cooking water? Remember ...
We also have a whole house filter system but you also still need a UV light for residual bacteria! This has worked perfectly for us@ Read More
Considering relocating to DR but where? by dgb1
Hola, I am retired and will hopefully be going soon to the DR for the first time. I will be checking it out for a future home but do not know where. I have gone over Youtube, multiple forums, and other online information sites but beyond Santo ...
Watch "Cabrera (Rep煤blica Dominicana) 4K" on YouTube Read More
No longer moderating by planner
I have resigned the volunteer position of moderating these forums. For somewhere around 14 or 15 years I have mostly enjoyed the roll. I have met a lot of new people and for that I am grateful. I am done being accused of various things. Now I ...
Good for you, bravo! 馃憦 Read More
Mailing addresses in Dominican by Bettyboopy
Need something mailed from Canada how do I get a mailing address and are they reliable?
We are from Ontario and we use a mail forwarding service in Toronto, Most items we receive we can have scanned and sent to our email. Works very well. https://www.bdc-canada.com/ Read More
Shipping Canada to the DR by Bob and Donna
We have a few household items we would like to ship from Toronto to Sosua. It will be a small wooden crate 4x4x6 weighing approx. 600lbs.. Can anyone assist us in recommending a reliable shipper? Many thanks.
We used Peralta for our whole household. I would recommend them. Although sometimes it was difficult to connect until I received a personal phone number. http://www.peraltabroshipping.ca/ Read More
Electricity from municipality by Meleger
Hello. I wanted to clarify something about electricity prices. If you live in a community or a condo complex they will provide the electricity for you and probably will have back up generators. So this is more expensive. I asked around and seems ...
From my last ednorte bill 200kwh X 4.44 100 kwh X 6.97 340kwh X 10.86 After that I dont know where it goes! Read More
Can the water be filtered? by Tropicalcandy88
So I want to buy a berkey water filter to move to DR so that I dont have to be always buying the botellones. Is the type of filter that is used for natural disasters and stuff like that. I just wonder if the water there can be filtered...I mean ...
We built our home here and have a whole house system, 1micron sediment filter, and two carbon filters, all 4.5 x 20 inch, a water softener, and a U.V.light. I think it is overkill but we can drink out of any faucet or tap inside or outside of the ... Read More
HOLIDAY GREETINGS by planner
I want to take this opportunity to wish everyone the best of the holiday season! Wherever you are enjoy yourselves. Thank you to everyone for your participation this year! For those who don't live here, come on back soon! For those who ...
Feliz Navidad y un Feliz A帽o Nuevo! Read More
Loss of member by planner
I am sad to say Tom Duncan passed away. He will be missed by many!
Tom was a great friend and I will miss him and his sense of humor! Read More
Shipping furniture to DR by Launica
I'm planning on bringing some furniture (not a whole lot, just favorites) plus household items and some clothes (who am I kidding, lots and lots) from Fl. Would like some recommendations and information. Haven't moved in a while so I'm a ...
Is there anything you need to do other than have Residency to ship your furnishings tax exempt? Do you need any other paperwork completed beforehand? Read More
Moving to Cabreara by Ireland27
Hi all , We are a French / Irish couple coming to Cabrera in September with a view to staying long term . We have a 7 year old daughter . We鈥檝e found a house to rent and are looking forward to checking out the area . We鈥檝e lived all over ...
We moved here to Cabrera and really enjoy the people and the area. Im sure you will love it here. Read More
Good hospital review by planner
Well I managed to slip on a wet floor at home and fall. I managed to "only" fracture my tailbone. Yup, only. I thought I also broke my wrist but no. So let me tell you, it bloody well hurts. It hurts to sit, hurts to stand, hurts to ...
Wishes your way for a speedy recovery! Read More
Lawyer for residency?
Can anyone help me with a recommendation for a residecy lawyer that they have first hand knowledge of. We need to start our retirement residency in a couple of weeks. Read More
Where to buy a good used car by brodies2013
We are willing to go anywhere in DR to get a good deal on a used (preferably diesel) manual transmission extended cab pick up truck. (We need to be able to get to our house...) Any suggestions? And what price should we expect to pay?
We are in Cabrera and the others that we know found theirs on either Suppercarros or Carotos wishing you good luck. Read More
Looking for recommendations for International movers Ontario Canada
Thanks, yes we are getting our residency and retirement status so we can have our one time container shipped. We don't plan on bringing our car but will purchase one here after we move. Read More
Looking for recommendations for International movers Ontario Canada
We are currently in the process of buying a property and we would like some recommendations for International movers from Ontario Canada to Cabrera! Recommendations and experiences would all be helpful. Thanks in advance. Read More
Legal system!
So .... here for 3 months trialing Cabrera to see if we want to move permanently! Love the people and the country and have found the perfect property! Now the problem! We were robbed almost 3 weeks ago by 2 guys at 2 in the morning. I woke up,saw ... Read More
planning on touring the island by Potatohead566
Arrived in DR a week ago. Bought a new murdercycle yesterday and am planning on touring the island. Any advice welcome.
How about a licence? And insurance? Read More
Need advice on bringing dogs to D.R. by Lisa1971
HELP!!! I have 2 snub nose breed dogs (Boxers) and I do not want to leave them behind if/when me move to Sosua. Any suggestions? Has anyone done this before? We currently reside in the U.S.A.
Thank you. You are a great source of information. Read More
Need advice on bringing dogs to D.R. by Lisa1971
HELP!!! I have 2 snub nose breed dogs (Boxers) and I do not want to leave them behind if/when me move to Sosua. Any suggestions? Has anyone done this before? We currently reside in the U.S.A.
We are in the process of getting our paperwork, in Canada, in order to bring our dog with us in January. But was wondering what paperwork do we need to take her back home after our 3 month visit? I thought we just needed our paperwork we brought her ... Read More
Buying properties by Mikbri
I was wondering ,,once I get my residency to the dr..I would like to purchase a small apartment and am wondering how the banks are there in the dr .for financing??? And are they easy to work with ?? Or am I better to deal with my own banks back in ...
I would like to see the Scotia Bank "approved list" of properties. Read More
Canadian, stay less than 6 months in the DR, insurance necessary by Bmrdrver
We are Canadians, who currently visit the Dominican for less than 6 months in a year. Sosua and Cabarete areas. The importance of the "less than 6 months" is that we are still covered by our provincial medical plan in Canada while in the ...
I was under the understanding that once you turned 65 you weren't able to get health insurance in the DR. Has this changed? Read More
PURCHASING A MOTORCYCLE TRIKE by Doug0519
i would like to have a motorcycle trike in the dr. does anyone have any knowledge if there are trikes available to purchase or would it be necessary to ship one from the usa
yes they are available http://m.supercarros.com/motores/motocicleta/cualquier-provincia/ Read More
Dog food?
What types of dog food is easily accessible in most places? Bringing our dog from Canada and we were wondering about her dog food. Any recommendations? Read More
Living in DR with 1 year travel visa by Soljahh
Can u live in DR with a 1 year travel visa or do you need citizenship? I was told that you can keep renewing the travel visa and you would be fine. Any truth to this or is it more complicated than that? Thanks
As far as i know travel visa is good for 30 days and you can renew it once only for an additional 30 days then when you leave you will have to pay an overstay fee. Which shouldn't be a problem. 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 ...
Are there designated pet relief areas at Puerto Plata airport? Read More
House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks
Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...
Wait 3 months for ohip to start again i believe. Read More
House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks
Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...
I believe you must be physically present in Ontario for 153 days in any 12-month period. Read More
Saskatchewan by Bones123
Curious to know if there is anyone from Saskatchewan now living in the DR?
Loved your post, very good read! Read More
North shore info??? by Troy.S
Hi everyone!! My wife and I are considering buying a vacation property on the north shore, through our research I stumbled on this forum and have learned so much by all those posting thank you so much. We are looking to do things in mini stages 1st ...
We have been on a tour with Barry from drescapes and found it very informative. We really liked the Cabrera area for us. I was a little bit reluctant to go with someone i didn't really know but it was totally worth it. We are also on one of ... Read More
Las Terrenas the best place to retire by dylan_10
Las Terrenas is a small village located in the Samana peninsula, one of the most beautiful and lush throughout the Dominican Republic: here are stunning beaches and bang in a sea of many colors, mostly flat because it is the only one in the 'island ...
How did you find where to stay in Cabrera if you didn't use Airbnb? Read More
Experience Shipping houshold good and car by Cargo? by Da504Family
Anyone has any recent experience or old experience in shipping their household good and a car please share.
Thanks I will double check! Read More
Experience Shipping houshold good and car by Cargo? by Da504Family
Anyone has any recent experience or old experience in shipping their household good and a car please share.
Just got an email from our lawyer that said: Regarding bringing household and a vehicle, it is a benefit to which you will be able after you received the residency permit. There is not a regulated time to request it, but your residency card must ... Read More
Experience Shipping houshold good and car by Cargo? by Da504Family
Anyone has any recent experience or old experience in shipping their household good and a car please share.
Once we get our pensionado residency, how long do we have to import all your belongings? Also when importing your automobile can you still have some payments owing on it? If you were to do it today what possessions would you bring in? Thanks for ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Dominican Republic? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips ...
Very interested in this topic. Hope there are many suggestions and experiences expressed! Thanks to all. 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 ...
Great reading on all these posts. But I was wondering how many have used an imigration lawyer, and how many have done everything by themselves? What do you think would be better? Is the cost worth it? Read More
Travel insurance? by Robbie123
Those that are currently living in the Dominican as expats what do you do for travel insurance when going back to your home country?ie:Canada
Thanks all for the information. It will be a great help. Read More
Travel insurance? by Robbie123
Those that are currently living in the Dominican as expats what do you do for travel insurance when going back to your home country?ie:Canada
Sorry Bob I just noticed from a previous post that you are with Universal. Do you have a website for them? Read More
Travel insurance? by Robbie123
Those that are currently living in the Dominican as expats what do you do for travel insurance when going back to your home country?ie:Canada
Thanks Bob. Which do you have your policy with? Is it Humano or something else? Read More
Travel insurance?
Those that are currently living in the Dominican as expats what do you do for travel insurance when going back to your home country?ie:Canada Read More
I am planning on moving to D.R and I need help.... by futureUnibesstudent
Hello everyone, I found this website after months of searching things on the internet about D.R (Santo Domingo). Before I start asking questions I want to thank everyone especially "Bob K and Planner" for their amazing job by trying to ...
Good luck with the operation. Read More