Papito NL
Dutch looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Registration: 31 August 2023
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Registering a vehicle in DR without residency. by Gcjackson2277
Hi folks, Hope everyone is well. I am in the process of building a villa in Sousa area. I visit a lot and would like to ship a car vs renting when I travel. Is it possible to register and insured a car without residency?
@Steverino7777 鈥淐asa de conductor鈥� is de clause that puts you in a 鈥榟otel鈥�. Also many advice to install a dashcam in the car because no matter the accident you will likely get the blame unless you have some proof. Read More
Build a house (loan?) by MH3
Hey guys! Quick question about building a house. We own land, but the banks we鈥檝e talked to don鈥檛 do mortgages for new construction like in the U.S. They say the only way is through a 鈥渂uilder,鈥� where the house is already ...
Good advice is already mentioned. Even when possible, loans are very expensive in the DR, normal mortgages already have around 14% interest rate. You will also need onsite presence or, like they say, you will build two houses and one is yours. Read More
Best ant killer available in the DR? by wondering9
I'm suddenly getting a lot of ants, despite being pretty religious about not leaving food out & washing up right after eating. My landlady says they do this every fall and recommends something called Baygon. I looked it up and it looks pretty ...
Baygon is popular but pretty aggressive, Best when sprayed on (kills cockroaches in minutes) but is not lasting long. I wouldn鈥檛 use it up in a kitchen. Although it smells like perfume (why??) avoid any area for half an hour when it鈥檚 ... Read More
Best way to transfer money from US to Dominican bank account by wondering9
Any insights or opinions on the best way to transfer money from a US to a Dominican bank account?I've seen Remitly recommended here and I think that's what I'll end up going with, but I was curious about other options, especially Wise and Xe.My ...
I use the Western Union app. Foreign bank>Dom bank. Also low fees and fast transfers. Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
@wondering9 At least this herd was guided. I have seen cows coming out of the bush, roaming around houses and ending with a casual parade on the busy street. I usually grab a chair and watch the show evolve. Read More
Hurricane season 2025 by planner
Lets use this to track the storms that are on the way! Our last one Erin passed to the north of us and had few serious affects on us. I do not think we will always get this lucky so lets keep track of whats going on here!Currently we are watching ...
Actually ocean temperatures and global currents are the main drivers of weather systems. That鈥檚 why hurricanes develop at the end of summer. Just like mountain areas the Mona passage could divert or weaken some of it (in a different way) but ... Read More
Most common scams in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Dominican Republic as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it鈥檚 immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online ...
@PARADISECAT That鈥檚 a classic. A final check is when you start the car check if the gas gauge goes up about the amount you鈥檙e expecting. Read More
Most common scams in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Dominican Republic as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it鈥檚 immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online ...
I can count the trusted on the fingers of one hand by now. Somehow these numbers went down over the years, never up. Not my fault.One funny scam is when my wife鈥檚 older sister handed out lottery tickets to everyone at Christmas. Sure 10 ... Read More
Road safety in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Dominican Republic as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Dominican ...
@CherylAny insight on Dominican traffic will be negative so I tried a different approach 馃槈The opposite of my remarks is the reality. Read More
Road safety in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Dominican Republic as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Dominican ...
Driving is safe and easy.Roads are perfect and clean.Domestic drivers are well educated.Enforcement is top notch but not needed.Right of way is always given.Driving at night is romantic.Dominican traffic has the lowest death toll in the ... Read More
Taxes for expats in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Dominican Republic, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your ...
In many cases, when working abroad and not paying taxes there, you will still be taxed on that income in your homecountry and that might be worse.Two certainties in life: taxes and death. Read More
Starting New Business in DR by gainkeeper
How user friendly is DR to foreigners starting a new business? You've seen people selling products at busy intersections. I'd like to start a business selling vape products at stop lights. People selling the products for me could earn a good income. ...
I am sorry but every aspect of this idea is a potential recipe for disaster!For starters consider any investment in a starting business in the DR as money lost or 鈥減lay money鈥� because you never know when or if there will be a return on ... Read More
Can you deposit a US check into a Dominican bank account? by wondering9
I'm hoping it won't come to this, but I might end up receiving a paper check at the last minute before I leave the US. Is a Dominican bank likely to accept it as a deposit?I imagine there would be a long hold on the funds, which would be OK in this ...
@sharonnickerson You can open an account within the (first) 30 days of your tourist visa. Read More
The Toilet Paper Question by Combies
I鈥檒l apologize up front for asking this question..I know the Can you flush t.p. question has been asked before..but my question is ..for brand new construction are the septic systems better? I guess I鈥檓 asking if a brand new home is ...
We never had a problem flushing toilet paper, a more frequent problem is when water supply is too low to fill the reservoir.Our new house has 4 concrete 鈥� distribution boxes鈥� around the house, they are right in the pathway and the lids ... Read More
Hard time finding decent workers by Conifer
I'm just gonna tell it like it is and if you have an issue then that's on you.聽 Foreign money has distorted and ruined the expectations of locals from us in Punta Cana.聽 We can no longer find someone decent to do a decent job. People are ...
I don鈥檛 get the socialism talk, it鈥檚 just a lazy work attitude especially with the younger generations. Demand more and do less. This is not limited to Punta Cana or other touristic areas but no doubt it will be worse there. Dominican ... Read More