Scott18684
American expat in Dominican Republic
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American
Lives in Santiago de los Caballeros, Sa
Registration: 26 July 2018
Residencia renewal - actual process by planner
I am reposting this with permission, it was originally posted on FB and has great information! Temp to Permanent Residency - a tale of 220 days! For whomever it may help, here's the process with timeline that I followed to change from ...
@wishinguwell What lawyer have you found that charges $1,000 at the most? I have got quotes from two lawyers and it was almost $3,000 USD each for family reunification visa and residency filing Read More
Types of Visas available for DR by ondami
I have searched this forum and the internet far and wide to no avail; hence, the new post.I know that things change in DR processes and am not asking a process specific question; rather, I am asking a clarifying question.When my partner, who was ...
I am looking into this now for family reunification. I am married to a dominican and my daughter was born here she is dominican/American. I am American. I contacted an attorney they wanted around $3,000 which seems like a lot. Does anyone know ... Read More
Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...
@ducketts your fine!! TRUST ME! enjoy yourself do whatever we you want pay the fee at the end and your all good!! Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
He can stay for however long he likes Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
yes there are laws on paper but nobody cares thats not how it is in real life they are not eforced. Unless your a haitian lol or need a visa to get in Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
do yourself a favor and do not worry about it NOBODY cares. Are you American>? You can do whatever the hell you want. I go to DR all the time people overstay for years their covid tests at airport they just say go ahead lol its all a joke go ... Read More
How long does it take to evict non paying tenants. by lspriggs0325
Does anyone know who long it takes to evict a tenant who hasn't paid in 5-6 years? My mother owns two houses, not in great condition. The tenant rented one of the two homes and turned into a bakery of sorts. Then her son broke in the second ...
5 years! oh my god lol how have you not done anything about this years ago you own the homes and they turned them into businesses lol.....5 years!!!! You kind of let this happen. You need to just et with some of the people here and private message ... Read More
Did I marry a Chapia? by SonOfaSailor
I met a dominican girl about 10 years ago while on a long vacation here. I never bought her things, she actually bought me a gift. She was the only girl I was with from a small town. I work internationally and there was a language barrier. We both ...
It kind of makes me sick that if you got that house and were able to purchase it you would keep it from her she spent the same amount of time in the relationship and at least you would both walk away with something if you gave her half but to steal ... Read More
Did I marry a Chapia? by SonOfaSailor
I met a dominican girl about 10 years ago while on a long vacation here. I never bought her things, she actually bought me a gift. She was the only girl I was with from a small town. I work internationally and there was a language barrier. We both ...
and what is with: "(still to this day owned by them, and I still pay monthly so hopefully not communal property)" why hopefully not communal property? You were married when you had that house bro you had a life together so she is ... Read More
Did I marry a Chapia? by SonOfaSailor
I met a dominican girl about 10 years ago while on a long vacation here. I never bought her things, she actually bought me a gift. She was the only girl I was with from a small town. I work internationally and there was a language barrier. We both ...
Yes, but the Question was "Did I Marry a Chmpia?" so everybody needs to answer this! ME ......I say HELL NO! I am still trying to wrap my head around how you could even ask this question or think this question????? Because of what????? ... Read More
Did I marry a Chapia? by SonOfaSailor
I met a dominican girl about 10 years ago while on a long vacation here. I never bought her things, she actually bought me a gift. She was the only girl I was with from a small town. I work internationally and there was a language barrier. We both ...
Lol a champi would tear your ass up in the divorce lol Read More
Did I marry a Chapia? by SonOfaSailor
I met a dominican girl about 10 years ago while on a long vacation here. I never bought her things, she actually bought me a gift. She was the only girl I was with from a small town. I work internationally and there was a language barrier. We both ...
She is letting you off the hook man finalize the divorce she could of come at you for half your money but she isn鈥檛 she just took some dumb furniture. How can you even think she is a champi???? No wonder she left you Read More
Did I marry a Chapia? by SonOfaSailor
I met a dominican girl about 10 years ago while on a long vacation here. I never bought her things, she actually bought me a gift. She was the only girl I was with from a small town. I work internationally and there was a language barrier. We both ...
Bro she didn鈥檛 want to be with you and ended the relationship. Rather than take you for a lot of money she just took the furniture and that鈥檚 it she let you off easy what are you talking about champi????? Please man. Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
I live in Puerto Rico also and do this and yes it resets it Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
I remember when they said you had to have a covid test showing negative it was a joke I walked past everyone at the airport to the front of the line and gave my passport nobody said a word they dont care Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
oh come on enough with the fear mongering I have all the correct insurance and dont drive like an ae , if I were to get in an accident I would be fine. I know how to handle myself. I would not have to run out of the country lol Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
Lol I鈥檓 sure they have traffic laws also Read More
Immigration and Overstay Issues by planner
We are posting this more prominently so people do not miss it. We can confirm that tourists are being turned away at the entry points who have "overstayed the tourist visa multiple times". Please be aware that this might happen to YOU! At ...
lol.....nobody cares in DR. You can live in the country for years and leave and come back they dont care. My neighbor went back to USA after being in the country for 7 years. Came back a week later no problem lol......... Read More
Entrepreneurs in Puerto Rico : how does the crisis impact your work
i have an online credit repair company so our sales have gone up! Many people want to buy a house or refinance due to low rates and need their credit scores higher to get approved. Read More
Medication in Puerto Rico by Lo茂c
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Puerto ...
I had to get a new doctor for pain medication from a bad accident and damaged metal plate in my leg and man let me tell you I was treated like a criminal and NOBODY wanted to help me. It was a horrific experience. Read More
4 Months Living in Puerto Rico...This is what I have learned so far by hct408
I wrote a post a couple months ago detailing my thoughts on Puerto Rico after having lived here for three weeks. We are now four months into our stay here and I have more to add. I guess, I want to point out that I think of expats who live here as ...
your absolutely correct in what you have said.聽 I have been here a few months also.聽 However, like everything in life there is give and take....the good and the bad.聽 Here in Puerto Rico I can pay no federal income tax and have ocean ... Read More
Worth Moving to PR now? by Jannyboy63
After the recent hurricanes PR has had to endure and the recent mass amounts of earthquakes, most people would think I was crazy to consider moving there. I only have my father living there alone. I will be retiring in 4 years and therefore was ...
I moved here a few months ago from ft lauderdale and have tripple s salud for my company insurance and it is much better than insurance in USA. My daughter is actually in St Jorge's children hospital now for infection and she has the entire 3rd ... Read More
Trapped Inside the Matrix by GuestPoster287
I am beyond frustrated. I have everything I need expect for the FBI Background check. When I was younger, I got into trouble one time, misdemeanor the charges were dropped however when I pulled an FBI Identity summary it showed I had an arrest but ...
I am married to my wife who is dominican and have a daughter who is dominican also and was born here but she is also american. If I apply for a visa can they deny me even though my daughter was born here and my wife is from here if I have a lot of ... Read More
Trapped Inside the Matrix by GuestPoster287
I am beyond frustrated. I have everything I need expect for the FBI Background check. When I was younger, I got into trouble one time, misdemeanor the charges were dropped however when I pulled an FBI Identity summary it showed I had an arrest but ...
I saw the same thing and I was afraid too and would fly back to USA before 30 days because of it. What a big mistake. Now after two years and doing research I have learned there is nothing to worry about. Expunge the record and then apply for the ... Read More
Trapped Inside the Matrix by GuestPoster287
I am beyond frustrated. I have everything I need expect for the FBI Background check. When I was younger, I got into trouble one time, misdemeanor the charges were dropped however when I pulled an FBI Identity summary it showed I had an arrest but ...
Why do you care how long it takes to expunge it doesn鈥檛 matter people stay years in DR with no visa Read More
Washing machines by Mikbri
I was wondering how much a new good size portable washing machines are on n the dr??? The double wash and spin...and what about a regular washing machine line in the states ,,how much would costs??? Bavaro area
Who in their right mind would ship a $1,500 washer lol that would cost more than it鈥檚 worth Read More
Washing machines by Mikbri
I was wondering how much a new good size portable washing machines are on n the dr??? The double wash and spin...and what about a regular washing machine line in the states ,,how much would costs??? Bavaro area
I already told you I鈥檓 buying here locally at la Cura莽ao ....it is a whirlpool stacked washer/dryer which had a one year USA manufacturer warrenty. My credit card extends that to two years it doubles any warrenty up to two years as long ... Read More
Washing machines by Mikbri
I was wondering how much a new good size portable washing machines are on n the dr??? The double wash and spin...and what about a regular washing machine line in the states ,,how much would costs??? Bavaro area
If it鈥檚 gonna take months then it鈥檚 gonna take months even if you live in the USA. I always ask about the different models and make sure they service it locally and there is no issue getting parts. Read More
Washing machines by Mikbri
I was wondering how much a new good size portable washing machines are on n the dr??? The double wash and spin...and what about a regular washing machine line in the states ,,how much would costs??? Bavaro area
Of course it works as long as it has a US manufacturer warranty it doesn鈥檛 matter where you buy it. Yes I have several times I had a brand new replacement couch from Ashley furniture worth $2,000 USD. It even says on the benefit description ... Read More
Washing machines by Mikbri
I was wondering how much a new good size portable washing machines are on n the dr??? The double wash and spin...and what about a regular washing machine line in the states ,,how much would costs??? Bavaro area
My credit card covers me for extended warranty even if it鈥檚 bought international Read More
Washing machines by Mikbri
I was wondering how much a new good size portable washing machines are on n the dr??? The double wash and spin...and what about a regular washing machine line in the states ,,how much would costs??? Bavaro area
Yes I always ask and he said it was the Black Friday pricing which started on the first of the month I compared the price online and it is $300 more in USA Read More
Washing machines by Mikbri
I was wondering how much a new good size portable washing machines are on n the dr??? The double wash and spin...and what about a regular washing machine line in the states ,,how much would costs??? Bavaro area
Sorry for confusion it鈥檚 here in Santiago the washer at Corripio Read More
Washing machines by Mikbri
I was wondering how much a new good size portable washing machines are on n the dr??? The double wash and spin...and what about a regular washing machine line in the states ,,how much would costs??? Bavaro area
I am looking at a whirlpool stacked washer and dryer. It has a porcelain tub and the fabric softener automatically puts it in the was when its the right time and the bleach also. It has auto dry and sensors so it stops when the clothes are ... Read More
Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...
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Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...
[Post under review] Read More
Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...
[Post under review] Read More
Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...
[Post under review] Read More
Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...
never get enough? You haven't provided any proof at all you've spent so much time writing all these posts instead of backing up your story with proof or evidence.....why? Why wont you show proof? Your taking all this time but providing 0 ... Read More
Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...
Ok, so can we contact this person then please so that we can confirm exactly what happened? I hope you understand to some people this is a serious issue and there are many people like yourself who make up things and post them online. So, if its ... Read More
Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...
OR it spreads needless fear for no reason to others. When I first started coming to DR I saw one of those posts and flew back right before my 30th day and flew back FOR NO REASON. For 6 months I flew back right before the 30th day and flew back a ... Read More
Immigration law enforcement - Take care ! by Guineo Verde
Hi, It seems that since December 2017 more than 3,000 people of 12 different nationalities were not allowed to enter the country and were deported to theirs. I mean led by custom officers to the area where they had to wait for a return ...
I'm not buying this who is your friend and how can we contact him to confirm this? I will pay him $100 to prove this happened. I know a lot of people one who overstayed 3 years and came back last week fine. And this is your first three posts ... Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in Dominican Republic? How do you go about meeting ...
I first went to the Dominican Republic two years ago and that is when I first met my now wife. I鈥檓 35 yrs old attractive male she is 20 yrs old attractive female. At first everyone assumed I was just the typical tourist as they are so used ... Read More