angarci1
Angolan looking for information about Dominican Republic
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DOMINICAN GREEN CHILLIES by goinforit
Can someone please explain why there are no hot Dominican green chillies available here in the DR ? We can buy them in Canada anytime. Just find it very strange. Is it a seasonal thing ?
So when are you making them available to us? No boasting allowed if you're not offering, that's hospitality 101! 鈽猴笍 Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
鈥淭hey have managed to increase testing鈥濃��. Lots of free test clinics, at least here in Pta Cana. Long lines though. 鈥淭ime to make juices to freeze鈥濃��. You鈥檙e not allowed to boast and not offer! Where can we ... Read More
vaccine boosters by Rigger
Just wondering if anyone here in the Bavaro area knows where you can go for a pfizer booster shot
Airport vaccinations were completed in October. Blue Mall, near the restaurant area (Pizza Hut like the previous poster indicated), up until 2pm on weekdays, but try to get there before 1:00 because if they didn鈥檛 prep enough vials, ... Read More
Scams in D.R. by Terryo
Have we made a mistake, my wife and l arrive next week for 3 months from Canada. We have visited 5 times before over the years at different resorts this is the first time for an extended stay, l am coming with some trepidation after watching ...
Not a mistake, you just have to learn and pay your peaje like we all did. In 2 years or so you鈥檒l look back and laugh. Stay the course and you鈥檒l be glad you did. Read More
Placing pets in good homes by Santanita2017
We live in Puerto Plata. Earlier this year found two puppies someone had tossed on the street in a sack. We kept them, fed, spayed & vaccinated them. Problem is we already have three other dogs & five is just too many. If anyone is looking ...
Oh! And please interview applicants to make sure they are good home!! Please vet them Good luck!!! Read More
Placing pets in good homes by Santanita2017
We live in Puerto Plata. Earlier this year found two puppies someone had tossed on the street in a sack. We kept them, fed, spayed & vaccinated them. Problem is we already have three other dogs & five is just too many. If anyone is looking ...
Hi, I鈥檇 recommend you also go on instagram and facebook and contact the dog-lover groups asap. Send pictures and your contact info (whatsapp). You will find homes! In Punta Cana for example, there is @rescatamepc Read More
Construction Quality Control by Guest2022
Construction quality control is something that should be a concern for all expats especially because of the vulnerability of the country to flood, wind and earthquake risks. If you are building a new property or buying into a new property, you need ...
How difficult is it to get a reliable inspector? Read More
Home improvement store in Punta Cana area? by kevlion88
My partner and I own a condo in the PC area. It came fully furnished (not new) and on a previous visit we used Jumbo for a lot of small items since the place didn't need much. This visit though we need to do some more heavy duty work and ...
Oh Jesus. You are due a 1-2 day trip to La Capitai ;) Try Ferreter铆a Pappaterra and places North and South along that road. You won鈥檛 find it all in one shop. That is part of the magic of moving here. For windows - Puvesa , and good ... Read More
Moving to DR from US by montuspeese
Anyone have any pearls of wisdom for my wife and I? Already have housing. Do we really need a return ticket to enter the country?
A return ticket is required. You don鈥檛 want to be the guy that scrambles to buy a ticket on his phone while 48 people are waiting in line behind you. Read More
What are you missing in Dominican Republic? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Dominican Republic, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Dominican Republic. Do you miss any aspects ...
I miss鈥�. Good shampoo and conditioner A decent eyebrow bar Reliability in inventory A healthy smoothie bar Vegan tacos Good sushi Affordable cars Drinkable tap water Read More
Homeopathy in the Dominican? by SunshineMoran19
Hello all! I鈥檓 wondering how available if at all are homeopathic remedies? Are there homeopaths working innate DR? If once living in the DR, would I be able to obtain shipment from a homeopathic pharmacy in the states to provide remedies? ...
Hi Sunshine, We need to know where in DR to be able to answer yes/no. Can you find a naturalist, herbalist, homeopath that will charge you in Santo Domingo? Yes. Is it the quality of care you are expecting? Maybe. Can you find a good one in ... Read More
Homeopathy in the Dominican? by SunshineMoran19
Hello all! I鈥檓 wondering how available if at all are homeopathic remedies? Are there homeopaths working innate DR? If once living in the DR, would I be able to obtain shipment from a homeopathic pharmacy in the states to provide remedies? ...
I haven鈥檛 seen a homeopath in Punta Cana. But you can always go down the dirt roads and find out about homeopathic remedies, aka what natural concoctions people take because they can鈥檛 afford to go to the doctor. It鈥檚 not called ... Read More
Car Rental in DR by SatoriNow
Hi, I am looking to rent a car but it looks like there is some mandatory liability insurance that is needed to drive in DR. Does anyone know about this "casa de conductore"? I reserved a car rental with full coverage but apparently this ...
Were they trying to get you to book 鈥渢hird party liabilit鈥�? You know that is actually not a legal requirement? (Long story) This nonsense is forcing people to book cars from mom and pops with no safety standards. Dangerous! Gone are ... Read More
CHILD SUPPORT DOMINICAN REPUBLIC by boxer3
I AM CURIOUS ABOUT THE AVERAGE CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENT PER MONTH IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. AND IS IT HIGHER FOR A GINGO?
Repeat after me: 鈥淧ero Se帽orita Laura!鈥� See you in the people鈥檚 court! Read More
CHILD SUPPORT DOMINICAN REPUBLIC by boxer3
I AM CURIOUS ABOUT THE AVERAGE CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENT PER MONTH IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. AND IS IT HIGHER FOR A GINGO?
Se帽orita Laura! Read More
Nightclubs Punta Cana/Bavaro by Igel124
Hey everyone, I'm new here and want to go clubbing in Punta Cana or it's surroundings. Which nightclubs are still open after the lockdown and are recommendable?Best would be something with Techno/Electro, if there's something like that.. ...
Hi! Many of the outdoor beach bars in Bavaro (like Soles) will play electronica. Unfortunately, the clubs (discotecas) I know about are also sketchy 鈥渄ance鈥� clubs with slimy perks like lap dances for money. And I only know of them ... Read More
FBI background check and fingerprints done by peace2006ret
How do I obtain an application for an FBI background check and fingerprints
Many major cities have fingerprint and background check services. Do a google search for where you live. I hate when people send me to google, but without more info, that鈥檚 what we got Read More
Moving companies DR=> US reccos by Jwoddis
At some point we鈥檒l need a moving company and o move us back to NY from las terrenas. Anyone had any experiences that weren鈥檛 horror stories?
Following. Read More
Medical coverage by Scorpiana
I鈥檝e read about medical plans in the DR and some say skip it and get international insurance-has anyone tried their health care. How about meds-do they have all of the same drugs we have in the U.S?
The real question is how are you 70 years old with a 28 year old girlfriend? Get life insurance too! Read More
When helping a little bit becomes dependency by cjkdm
I have visited the DR for over 30 years--mostly Cabarete area to kitesurf. I love the country and area. I have never looked for love here as i did not want a long distance relationship and the cultural/economic differences are too great. I am gay ...
It is my personal policy never to give or lend money here. It has never ended well. I will, however, pay more than fairly for work well done, and if someone is in need, I hire them to do whatever odd job. Never never let yourself be taken ... Read More
Living expense and expat residence by tuckerchar4961
I looking to see where do the expat stay I working on a budget of 1000. I need shelter food clothing transportation and health cost I need the specific Looking to live there part time Let me know
On that kind of budget you would need to learn spanish, live en el barrio (Los Minas) and hustle like undocumented. Doable? Yes. Nice? No. Read More
Rabbit transport by AKapic1088
We will be moving to Punta Cana early September! We want to bring our pet rabbit. Anyone have any idea how to plan this?
And the #1 prize for post title goes to..... Hee hee hee!! Good luck bringing the bunny!!! You might want to contact the airline! Read More
moving to Dominica Republic by sohaylanejadi
If I buy a villa for $300000 US in Casa Linada, how much is the insurance on that property?
Please consult an insurance broker. Goodness. Read More
Possibly Stolen items from Shipper via Fedex delivery in SD by Jules Manning
Hi ! Can anyone give me advice. I ordered some items through shipper to have sent to Santo Domingo. My items have been in Fedex Customs more than 60 days. I need help because I think someone at Fedex stole my packages because someone called me up ...
Can you tell us what you ordered and its commercial value? Read More
Seek Confirmation on How to Extend Tourist Visa by Guest9875
My spouse and I entered the DR June 1, 2021 and want to stay until mid-August 2021. We do not intend to seek Dominican permanent residency, and will depart for the U.S.A. on or around August 15, 2021. We maintain permanent domicile/residence in ...
When it seems like such a hassle, no one probably does it. Read More
Amazon Prime Day by Brewpub56
A little heads up. I have not experienced this but have heard tell of. Sometimes reshippers use the before sale price to access value and in turn taxes on goods. Not sure what you can do about it. But something to think about the next couple days ...
In Punta Cana/ Bavaro... SipCo delivers to your door for free! (Well, it's included in their price, about $250RD/lb, and they round up. The delivery is nice. Read More
Looking to a Pfizer shot by Gman123
I hear they are bringing in the Pfizer vaccination now any idea if an expat can get vaccinated with it yet? The Chinese vaccine is not accepted in many countries so when I want to visit Canada again I need one of the "recognized" ones .
DO NOT TRAVEL TO TAKE VACCINE AWAY FROM OTHER COUNTRIES UNLESS YOU ARE A CITIZEN. Jeez. Read More
Food Sanitation and Pesticides by RockyM
Someone brought this up in the Intro thread and thought I would kick this snow ball down the hill to start discussion of what precautions, methods, etc. you use to ensure consumption of safe food items (fruits, produce, meats, etc.). I'll copy ...
Find out what pesticide was used on them and follow the instructions 馃ぃ Wash in soapy water and pray Read More
Food Sanitation and Pesticides by RockyM
Someone brought this up in the Intro thread and thought I would kick this snow ball down the hill to start discussion of what precautions, methods, etc. you use to ensure consumption of safe food items (fruits, produce, meats, etc.). I'll copy ...
I read somewheres that in order to get an Organic Farmer certification, one had to only pay for the certification. This simplified process was one of the initiatives to increase government efficiency. The "registro sanitario" also, is a ... Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
Wait, I thought Punta Cana was to be a covid-free zone by now. 馃檲 Read More
What do you wish you brought to the DR? by travellingfairies
Hi everyone, just purchased a home in Punta Cana! Is there anything you did not bring but wish you did? We will not be shipping but purchasing furniture in the DR. Have read many posts on where to shop. Will be bringing household items in our ...
Someone always has a story where they got away with everything! When they killed a crocodile with their bare hands! How many years in the DR again? 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.
So funny, we are definitely in the expat forum! I am not counting on the police to help. (Unless someone can tell me that they really did solve a mystery!) I found a broken window once and the 鈥減olice鈥� blamed it on the lawn mower / ... Read More
Voting Requirements in the DR? by GuestPoster38
Hey, everyone. In this post I am only asking this simple question: Are voters (citizens) in the Dominion Republic required to show an official (governmen-issued) ID before they are allowed to vote? No politics. No hidden agenda. If anyone ...
What Planner says is correct. What you could do is borrow a cedula and try to vote with it. Read More
Prescription medication by andreasollazzo
Hi there , we are thinking of relocating to the Dominican Republic now I have a question, I鈥檓 on an antidepressant named Effexor (Venlafaxine) does anybody know if they have this medication there?
In my experience, psychiatric meds do need a prescription. Yes they do. Pain meds, stomach, antibiotics, muscle relaxers, erectile disfunction, corticosteroids, allergy meds... do not. Read More
Prescription medication by andreasollazzo
Hi there , we are thinking of relocating to the Dominican Republic now I have a question, I鈥檓 on an antidepressant named Effexor (Venlafaxine) does anybody know if they have this medication there?
Can you tell us what medicined these were? Were they prescription meds in the DR too? Read More
Home Internet by sollazzokenneth
Hello I am wondering if there is an unlimited Internet package available in the DR
We鈥檙e in a different country. Read More
Shipping FROM Dominican Republic TO NY by sheccidmail
Hello, I am looking for help to move contents from a home in Santiago, Dominican Republic to NY/NJ area. All the information I have found has been to ship TO the Dominican Republic. I am mostly moving large paintings/pictures that are too big for ...
Have you tried Fedex of DHL Freight Read More
Are there single ladies who are expat in Dominican Republic? by glory53
Hello everyone, I am still doing some research on to where l want to move to in the near future. I've noticed the majority of the expats who moved to D.R. or other countries are often couples. However, l am a single lady and l have no desire ...
It is difficult as a single woman. Welcome to Machismo with a strong African aggressiveness . It鈥檚 difficult but not impossible. Gotta come in with a strong self esteem (strong as steel) otherwise prepare to get run over, invalidated, ... Read More
Full time cleaner salary range by DRVisitor
Can someone give me a range of salary of hiring full time cleaner for an apartment and expectations/hours etc. Thanks.
I disagree and here鈥檚 why. If you want to go to a country that treats poor people like servants and refuses to pay enough so they can live decently, sure, pay your cleaning lady 700 pesos per day. She will spend 200 on transport, 50 to clean ... Read More
Shipping FROM Dominican Republic TO NY by sheccidmail
Hello, I am looking for help to move contents from a home in Santiago, Dominican Republic to NY/NJ area. All the information I have found has been to ship TO the Dominican Republic. I am mostly moving large paintings/pictures that are too big for ...
Every time I鈥檝e asked I鈥檓 told that it would be cheaper to buy things new. Read More
Pre Construction In Vista Cana, Punta Cana by sweetapplecee
Hello All! My name is Renee. I visited Cap Cana last year and fell in love. I started looking into possible investing in a pre construction for rental and would be our vacation home a couple months out of the year and was told the new area of Vista ...
Totally true. DO NOT FALL FOR A 鈥淒REAM鈥� I purchased preconstruction and was scammed. They went cheap on the finishes. Installations, awful. Stuff began breaking down shortly after the builder鈥檚 standard 12-month warranty was ... Read More