mountainmama52
Canadian expat in Dominican Republic
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Las Terrenas, Saman谩
Speaks English, learning Spanish
Registration: 12 May 2017
Current ATM information wanted for Sosua. by KDB-Guy
I searched the forum and while I found some ATM info, most of it was over 3 years old and I am looking for some current information please. I have a few questions... 1.) What are the Best ATMs to use assuming you don't have a Card that offers ...
Most ATM's charge about 175 to 200 pesos per withdrawal. In Las Terrenas I found the most expensive one so far is Scotia Bank, but they are all different. Your withdrawal limit is as per your bank or credit card. Hope this helps. Read More
Mailing Documents
However it would be much faster for you to us FedEx or another such express office. Read More
Mailing Documents
In Las Terrenas we have to have mail box set up with the local CPS with an address in Miami. Read More
Regarding exit ticket from DR by Dod01
Hello dear friends. We are a couple from Greece and we are planning to come to DR. Actually our flight is after 3 days. The thing is that we have only one way ticket and they told us now that if we don麓t show a return flight to the immigration ...
No residency. Am returning to Canada Feb 2018. Read More
Regarding exit ticket from DR by Dod01
Hello dear friends. We are a couple from Greece and we are planning to come to DR. Actually our flight is after 3 days. The thing is that we have only one way ticket and they told us now that if we don麓t show a return flight to the immigration ...
When I flew here from Canada the end of July, I came on a one way ticket, no questions asked. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here 聳 June to December 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell ...
Hello Gulsina. I am in Las Terrenas, have been here over 2 months now. Welcome. Read More
Hurricane Maria by Bones123
How is everyone? Can't find any definitive information on how the hurricane is impacting our future home???
I don't know for sure if we had hurricane force winds here in Las Terrenas, but it looked and felt like we did. Lot of damage, the storm surge cost us a lot of beach and trees along with it, plus some large portions of road washed away. Read More
Here we go again? Hurricane Maria... by brodies2013
Is the possibility of a track from the south better or worse for north coast....I would think mountain ranges would soften the blow a bit... anyone concerned? I imagine Punta Cana might suffer more with that trajectory...
It's easing up a bit in Las Terrenas. Actually seemed a worst storm than Irma was here. Read More
Interesting what Environment Ministry is doing by planner
Based on this article in Dominican Today: https://dominicantoday.com/dr/tourism/2017/09/20/environment-to-yank-all-hurdles-to-free-beach-access/ Santo Domingo.- The Environment Ministry on Wed. ordered the removal of all infrastructure that hinder ...
Would that explain why they came along last week and destroyed all the beach bars and restaurants, that Irma hadn't already completely destroyed, between the road and the beach on 27 du Febrero here in Las Terrenas? Read More
Here we go again? Hurricane Maria... by brodies2013
Is the possibility of a track from the south better or worse for north coast....I would think mountain ranges would soften the blow a bit... anyone concerned? I imagine Punta Cana might suffer more with that trajectory...
I noticed too the current tract seems to be moving well north of the island. Definitely will be a storm but not maybe even a severe as the last. Read More
Updates on Irma by planner
Lets use this thread to communicate with everyone wondering what is going on here and how we are doing. I am currently in Santo Domingo. Almost the entire country is on code red meaning everyone should be preparing for this monster storm. ...
It is still windy and rainy here at 5:30 pm Thursday. That's 17 hours from the start. Read More
Updates on Irma by planner
Lets use this thread to communicate with everyone wondering what is going on here and how we are doing. I am currently in Santo Domingo. Almost the entire country is on code red meaning everyone should be preparing for this monster storm. ...
Bob K - Sounds like here. Read More
Updates on Irma by planner
Lets use this thread to communicate with everyone wondering what is going on here and how we are doing. I am currently in Santo Domingo. Almost the entire country is on code red meaning everyone should be preparing for this monster storm. ...
Las terrenas has survived, Just. I am thankful that we didn't get devastated like some of the other islands, but it is a mess. Wind and rain just easing off now. Too loud to sleep last night, and stayed awake worrying the night before :( Read More
Updates on Irma by planner
Lets use this thread to communicate with everyone wondering what is going on here and how we are doing. I am currently in Santo Domingo. Almost the entire country is on code red meaning everyone should be preparing for this monster storm. ...
In Las Terrenas. Many have left but some are still here. Where we are the buildings were built to be hurricane safe. It's the waiting and not knowing how bad that is the worst. God be with us all. Read More
Who brought the bad Ju-Ju by Bob K
Ok which one of you newbies brought the bad Ju-Ju :) . It seems like now after nearly 50 years the north coast is going to get hit by a good size hurricane. Right now it seems that it will pass 70 miles of the coast with heavy winds and surf (up ...
I'm all set, I guess. I have everything I was told I would need, except company for the next few days :( Whishing everyone good luck. Read More
Who brought the bad Ju-Ju by Bob K
Ok which one of you newbies brought the bad Ju-Ju :) . It seems like now after nearly 50 years the north coast is going to get hit by a good size hurricane. Right now it seems that it will pass 70 miles of the coast with heavy winds and surf (up ...
It might be a hell of a party! :joking: Read More
Over Staying Tourist Visa
Here is a link for fees. http://www.abreuimmigration.com/dominican-republic-tourist-overstay-penalties-fines-fees/ Read More
Clearing immigration by MattNatale
I will be there on Wednesday landing at santo domingo..does anyone know how long it takes to clear immigration..in other words from getting off the plane to being in a taxi...and is it true that they take fingerprints....didn't I just do that ...
But I should explain why it went so quickly, I came through El Catey, and I think we were the last flight in. Read More
Clearing immigration by MattNatale
I will be there on Wednesday landing at santo domingo..does anyone know how long it takes to clear immigration..in other words from getting off the plane to being in a taxi...and is it true that they take fingerprints....didn't I just do that ...
I came through just 4 weeks ago and they did not do fingerprints on anyone that I saw. It took anywhere from a few minutes to 3/4 of an hour or so to clear, depending where you were in line. 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
Hummmm. They should have made that more clear on their website. Thanks for the info. I did read that you can renew it up to 3 times. 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
I purchased a one year visa online through the Dominican Republic Embassy. It was the same $10 fee, but good for a year. Never thought to look into whether you could renew it. Would be good to know. Read More
On The Move by Gmdouglas
Hello everyone. Our names are Mike and Gloria. We are Albertan Canadians tired of freezing our @#$&#@s off and are very open to any tips and tricks anyone would like to suggest to make our moving transition smoother. My GF and daughter and 3 ...
GMDouglas - I have just arrived in Las Terrenas this week. The most important issue I see just now is language. Either make sure you speak theirs or go where English is spoken. Read More
Renew passport by Mikbri
I M looking to seek provisional residency in the dr and so my question is can I renew my passport in the dr at the us embassy or do I have to return to the USA to do that???
Good to know DominicanadaMike. I was wondering about the myself. Read More
Expat Updates? by brodies2013
Seems that 90% of people here are looking to move to DR...but, once they do...or don't...we never hear another peep. I would love to find out how it went...is going...funny stories...etc. Chime in people! I get a few friendly PM's...and ...
I have just got my internet up and running and so checking up on the emails that have accumulated since I shut down on Friday. Arrived in the rain on Monday night, but was soon settled in. The ride even in the dark was amazing from El Catey to Las ... Read More
Move to Las Terrenas area by sebastian38
Hi ! Presently living in Delray Beach, Florida. I'd like to spend some time in the Dominican Republic prior to making a permanent move. Initial concerns : 1. Rental accommodations near beach 2. Banking- can I walk into a bank there, or, ...
Thank you everyone for your input. I have already got the letters, Abreuimmigration, you mention BanReservas needing a minimum of $300 to open an account, are you required to leave that amount in the bank? I had not followed the the topic on banks ... Read More
Move to Las Terrenas area by sebastian38
Hi ! Presently living in Delray Beach, Florida. I'd like to spend some time in the Dominican Republic prior to making a permanent move. Initial concerns : 1. Rental accommodations near beach 2. Banking- can I walk into a bank there, or, ...
I am planning to open a US bank account when I get there. Would you recommend my having a reference letter from my banks here? Read More
Retirement in the DR by SherryAbroad
Hi everyone, my name is Sherry. I currently live in the USA but will be retiring in a few years and am looking for somewhere else to live. My first stop will be Las Terrenas. I plan on visiting there for a couple of weeks within the first three ...
I will be arriving in Las Terrenas on Monday Aug. 1st. Will post what I find over the next few weeks if you like. I hope to make it my long term home, have read lots of good stuff about it. Read More
Easy learn Spanish by the tinker40
This site is free. For a more intensive & complete series will cost very little. I have no connection what so ever with it. I have almost 80 of the free lessons stored in my PC. You will be amazed at the simplicity & ease with which you ...
DingoElGringo - I thank you for the input. Read More
Easy learn Spanish by the tinker40
This site is free. For a more intensive & complete series will cost very little. I have no connection what so ever with it. I have almost 80 of the free lessons stored in my PC. You will be amazed at the simplicity & ease with which you ...
Possibly. For now I just have no time, but in two weeks I will be in my new home in the Dominican and will hopefully have all the time in the world! Read More
Insurance OVER AGE 65 by planner
I have done some work and there is now medical insurance coverage available, group coverage only, for over age 65 enrollments. You must enroll prior to age 69! I will be offering 2 plans for now we call them Excellent and Really Good. LOL ...
The group plans I am familiar with are related to businesses etc. Can you create a group of people to insure other than that? Read More
Easy learn Spanish by the tinker40
This site is free. For a more intensive & complete series will cost very little. I have no connection what so ever with it. I have almost 80 of the free lessons stored in my PC. You will be amazed at the simplicity & ease with which you ...
DingoElGringo, wish I could say the same. I'm working on it! Read More
Moving to Las Terrenas in October by NancyShogren
Hi, I'm new to the forum. . .well to posting on it. . .but I have been reading the posts for several months. My husband and I are moving to Las Terrenas in October. I just retired this last December and we had been looking for a nice, warm, ...
I know how you feel. I'm very excited as well. I will be on the edge of town in a gated community next to the beach. Just where I wanted to be! Will keep in touch. Jacquie Read More
Moving to Las Terrenas in October by NancyShogren
Hi, I'm new to the forum. . .well to posting on it. . .but I have been reading the posts for several months. My husband and I are moving to Las Terrenas in October. I just retired this last December and we had been looking for a nice, warm, ...
Hello to young your husband Nancy. I wil be arriving there this month. Hopefully we will meet up. Read More
Easy learn Spanish by the tinker40
This site is free. For a more intensive & complete series will cost very little. I have no connection what so ever with it. I have almost 80 of the free lessons stored in my PC. You will be amazed at the simplicity & ease with which you ...
I have been using Duolingo. It's been free. 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 ...
Hi Planner, saw your requirements for health insurance. Was looking at the Universal website, so much to choose from! Do you know anyone who could decode it for me. Am arriving in less than a month. Read More
Canadian needs info., pls.
Hello and welcome. It has been my experience that when going away even if for a couple of months that if you talk to your pharmacist they can advance you medication for up to three months at a time. You might want to ask about that. Good luck. Read More
Moving to Las Terrenas by mountainmama52
As I plan to be there for 6 months, was wondering if I should bring my bicycle as a mode of transportation? Any thoughts?
Thanks, I appreciate your input. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here 聳 1st quarter of 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell ...
I'm not moving, just staying for 6 months to try it out. Read More
Reliable Real Estate?
Hello again. I'm working with AIC Dominica and am about to sign a contract with them for my 6 month rental. Just wondering if anyone can confirm for me that they are as reputable as they seem to be. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks. Read More
Moving to Las Terrenas by mountainmama52
As I plan to be there for 6 months, was wondering if I should bring my bicycle as a mode of transportation? Any thoughts?
Thanks, I will give it some consideration. Read More
Moving to Las Terrenas
As I plan to be there for 6 months, was wondering if I should bring my bicycle as a mode of transportation? Any thoughts? Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here 聳 1st quarter of 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell ...
Hi, I'm Jacquie. I am very excited to be arriving in Las Terrenas from Canada, the end of July, staying for 6 months to discover if I want to move there permanently. I would like to know if there are any clubs or organizations that I can join in ... Read More