kaydeevee
English looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Registration: 08 February 2014
Help needed to find an English tutor in Puerto Plata by Montellano
Can any body living in Puerto Plata recommend a good English teacher for an adult needing to learn speaking and listening skills in English. Basically my partner and I are due to marry in September and we were in the process of applying for a UK ...
Hello, I work for a small company of English teachers from the UK. If you are still looking for a tutor for your husband, please feel free to send me a private message. Thank you. Read More
Podiatrist Recommendation on North Coast by Jgolak
Looking for good podiatrist in Sosua, Cabarete or Puerto Plata. English speaking would be preferable. Also helpful if he/she would accept Humano insurance (nice but not a requirement). Is one available at the CMC clinic is Sosua? Thanks!!!
Hi, I am also looking for a podiatrist and saw your post. Did you ever find one? Read More
Landlord making false claims!! by kaydeevee
Hi everyone! Quick back story: I was living in Bavaro for 3 years, returned to Puerto Plata in May 2020. I rented an apartment that ended up having many issues, the worst of which (for me) being rats. I moved with my 2 children at the end of ...
Thanks Planner! I have taken photos at the new apartment just in case I will forward these to the property manager as proof/ a makeshift inventory. Read More
Landlord making false claims!! by kaydeevee
Hi everyone! Quick back story: I was living in Bavaro for 3 years, returned to Puerto Plata in May 2020. I rented an apartment that ended up having many issues, the worst of which (for me) being rats. I moved with my 2 children at the end of ...
Thanks Planner! I am trying not to! Read More
Landlord making false claims!! by kaydeevee
Hi everyone! Quick back story: I was living in Bavaro for 3 years, returned to Puerto Plata in May 2020. I rented an apartment that ended up having many issues, the worst of which (for me) being rats. I moved with my 2 children at the end of ...
Hello! Thank you so much for your message. The photo's are not date stamped but the information (date and time) can be accessed via the phone they were taken on. I did send one photo (didn't want to send all of my evidence) to the ... Read More
Landlord making false claims!!
Hi everyone! Quick back story: I was living in Bavaro for 3 years, returned to Puerto Plata in May 2020. I rented an apartment that ended up having many issues, the worst of which (for me) being rats. I moved with my 2 children at the end of ... Read More
Home schooling by kaydeevee
Hello everyone. I am a qualified teacher from the UK and have decided to home school my children this coming school year. I wanted to hear from anyone who has done similar and what the experience was like? My main concern is the following school ...
Hello, Thanks for your response. I am actually not considering using a home school program. I have created my own curriculum that I am using with my children and will be grading them as I always have done when working in schools. I know that many ... Read More
Home schooling
Hello everyone. I am a qualified teacher from the UK and have decided to home school my children this coming school year. I wanted to hear from anyone who has done similar and what the experience was like? My main concern is the following school ... Read More
Does a Preschool need to be registered? by kaydeevee
Hello, posting to hopefully get some info. A friend of mine from Haiti wants me to go into business with her; she wants to open a daycare. My friend is a lawyer and claims that the business would not need to be registered as it will be run from ...
Hello Planner, Thanks for your response. My friend has a cedula and I already live here and am in the residency process. Am I right in understanding that to register as a corporation, we would need a board of directors? If so is there another way as ... Read More
Does a Preschool need to be registered?
Hello, posting to hopefully get some info. A friend of mine from Haiti wants me to go into business with her; she wants to open a daycare. My friend is a lawyer and claims that the business would not need to be registered as it will be run from ... Read More
Removal company??
Thanks Planner, I guess you're right. Now to try and find someone to move me! Read More
Removal company??
Thanks Bob. I was told to get a closed van for this reason and this is something I've heard before but not really understood. I've even seen police stopping people who had a truck with furniture in it, and they presented paperwork? It's ... Read More
Removal company??
Hi everyone, I am looking for a removal company that caters to Santiago, not finding much on the net. Does anyone know of a company or reputable man with a van? Also I was told I could not use a truck to move my belongings as the police would stop ... Read More
Teaching salary and cost of living in Punta Cana by CannelleKing
Hello, I've been offered a teaching position in Cap Cana with a monthly salary of $2000USD. It includes an apartment where I will pay about $60 in monthly fees plus electric and also includes local health/dental insurance and a few other perks ...
Thanks everyone, something to really consider as their budget is small and no negotiation... Read More
Teaching salary and cost of living in Punta Cana by CannelleKing
Hello, I've been offered a teaching position in Cap Cana with a monthly salary of $2000USD. It includes an apartment where I will pay about $60 in monthly fees plus electric and also includes local health/dental insurance and a few other perks ...
I have also been offered a job! Approx 850 US, 280 towards housing, medical and 5000rd worth of food tickets monthly. Good deal or not, considering I will have to pay the rest of the housing, bills and childcare? Plus does anybody know more about ... Read More
Reputable nanny Punta Cana?
Hello everyone, Does anyone know of any good nannies in Punta Cana or how I might find one? Thanks in advance Read More
Pueblo Bavaro by kaydeevee
Hello everyone!! Someone has suggested Pueblo Bavaro as a good place to live. Does anyone have any experience living here or know of the area? I read an old thread on another forum where water was a real issue - is this still the case? Any ...
Thank you so much! Some very useful information. I will be moving with my 2 small children (6 and 3 months) so really would like a safe and clean area with a balance of natives and expats (with not too many roaming dogs in possible!) Any help ... Read More
Pueblo Bavaro
Hello everyone!! Someone has suggested Pueblo Bavaro as a good place to live. Does anyone have any experience living here or know of the area? I read an old thread on another forum where water was a real issue - is this still the case? Any ... Read More
Residency for business? by kaydeevee
Hi everyone, So myself and a friend are thinking about starting a business in the DR. I had the temporary visa a few years ago but didn't follow through with residency. I am married to a Dominican so know that once I start the process again in ...
Out of interest, how does one obtain a work visa? Read More
Residency for business? by kaydeevee
Hi everyone, So myself and a friend are thinking about starting a business in the DR. I had the temporary visa a few years ago but didn't follow through with residency. I am married to a Dominican so know that once I start the process again in ...
Hi Planner, Thanks for your reply. No, the school promised visas and then revoked the promise!! Several teachers worked for 2+ years without visas, I believe that they now ensure visas as part of their recruitment package. Do I need to have ... Read More
Residency for business? by kaydeevee
Hi everyone, So myself and a friend are thinking about starting a business in the DR. I had the temporary visa a few years ago but didn't follow through with residency. I am married to a Dominican so know that once I start the process again in ...
Thanks for your reply planner. I was employed at an international school without having residency. Does that mean she could be an employee if the business were in my name only, without residency? Or would she need residency in order to work anyway? Read More
Residency for business?
Hi everyone, So myself and a friend are thinking about starting a business in the DR. I had the temporary visa a few years ago but didn't follow through with residency. I am married to a Dominican so know that once I start the process again in ... Read More
2-3 bedroom apartments/villas/condos in the Sosua area
If the message was for me then yes I realised that Bob but thought it was better posting here than main forum. Will also check out classifieds , Thanks! Read More
2-3 bedroom apartments/villas/condos in the Sosua area
Hey Guys, Me again, just thought I'd put the feelers out for two 2-3 bedroom apartments/villas/condos in the Sosua area. If anyone knows of any - safe area or gated community, near to international school between $400-$600 please let me know. I ... Read More
Getting residency in DR by chiwito
Thanks for the information on Health Insurance, Can you guys give me some insight into how hard is getting residency in DR? I heard is a lot of paperwork to be done, it is done in DR or in the States?
Ok lol I'll have to track his highness down when I get there ;) Read More
Getting residency in DR by chiwito
Thanks for the information on Health Insurance, Can you guys give me some insight into how hard is getting residency in DR? I heard is a lot of paperwork to be done, it is done in DR or in the States?
Hey guys, yes I will be sure to do that, thanks. I will be in Sosua which I'm really pleased about as I know a bit of the area. Read More
Getting residency in DR by chiwito
Thanks for the information on Health Insurance, Can you guys give me some insight into how hard is getting residency in DR? I heard is a lot of paperwork to be done, it is done in DR or in the States?
Thanks Bob - much appreciated! Read More
Getting residency in DR by chiwito
Thanks for the information on Health Insurance, Can you guys give me some insight into how hard is getting residency in DR? I heard is a lot of paperwork to be done, it is done in DR or in the States?
I'm guessing that this is the biggest hurdle so hopefully it can only get easier. I know you (Bob and planner) have both recommended lawyers for the residency process but the school I will be working for have put me in touch with the lawyer that ... Read More
Getting residency in DR by chiwito
Thanks for the information on Health Insurance, Can you guys give me some insight into how hard is getting residency in DR? I heard is a lot of paperwork to be done, it is done in DR or in the States?
Thanks planner, I am getting the paperwork ready as we speak as have secured a job for August. This process is quite stressful! I didn't realise it would be so difficult. Any words of advice or tips would really help. Thanks in advance! Read More
Getting residency in DR by chiwito
Thanks for the information on Health Insurance, Can you guys give me some insight into how hard is getting residency in DR? I heard is a lot of paperwork to be done, it is done in DR or in the States?
Hi everyone, I have been reading the forums and doing my own research but I'm still unclear about aspects of residency and so I thought I'd ask. Firstly, I am married to a Dominican (separated but still married) do I get automatic residency ... Read More
Plans to move in July
Hi massagewiz, I am applying for teaching positions and have applied directly to the schools in most instances. I believe I will have a work visa but then get residencia. I know Planner does job scouting, may contact her depending on the outcome of ... Read More
Plans to move in July
Hi guys, Just a quick update on how it's all going...Well I have had a couple of job interviews (via Skype) and I am awaiting the result of those so fingers crossed! At the moment seeking out shipping companies and getting quotes, still not sure if ... Read More
Introduce yourself HERE! by planner
This thread is where you should introduce yourself. Tell us a little bit about you, where you live or where you want to live, how you came to this forum and how we can help you. When you need some answers: Check recent threads, if you cannot ...
That sounds great, thank you Read More
Introduce yourself HERE! by planner
This thread is where you should introduce yourself. Tell us a little bit about you, where you live or where you want to live, how you came to this forum and how we can help you. When you need some answers: Check recent threads, if you cannot ...
Yes I have Bob and a few others. Read More
Introduce yourself HERE! by planner
This thread is where you should introduce yourself. Tell us a little bit about you, where you live or where you want to live, how you came to this forum and how we can help you. When you need some answers: Check recent threads, if you cannot ...
Hi Bob, I guess it is really finding a job I am having difficulty with. It seems as if the international schools recruit sporadically and so I wondered if there were any other options with a decent pay? Read More
Introduce yourself HERE! by planner
This thread is where you should introduce yourself. Tell us a little bit about you, where you live or where you want to live, how you came to this forum and how we can help you. When you need some answers: Check recent threads, if you cannot ...
Hi Bob! Thank you for the welcome. To answer your questions, I have been to the DR many times. I got married there in 2008 and was last there in December last year. I do not have a job lined up but have been actively looking for a couple of years. ... Read More
Introduce yourself HERE! by planner
This thread is where you should introduce yourself. Tell us a little bit about you, where you live or where you want to live, how you came to this forum and how we can help you. When you need some answers: Check recent threads, if you cannot ...
Hi everyone, I'm Karine, a 33 year old mother and teacher from Croydon, England. I have plans to move to the Dominican Republic this year and thought I might be able to get some job and lifestyle advice from others who have taken the plunge. Read More