Hilda1959
Canadian looking for information about Dominican Republic
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Sos煤a, Puerto Plata
Speaks English french
Registration: 11 April 2019
Insurance over 65 by planner
This has been discussed multiple times here on the forums. Its fairly easy to get coverage under age 65 but almost nothing available over 65. Well now there is! I have a group package available to expats for anyone from age 50 and up to ...
So disappointed! If something else comes up please let me know. Thanks very much for all the help. 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 ...
Hahaha, me to! My husband just came back from Canada with 3 cans of maple syrup, 2 jars of honey from my favorite honey store, 1 jar of Miracle whip and 1 jar of Cheese whiz! Yumyum! Read More
Insurance over 65 by planner
This has been discussed multiple times here on the forums. Its fairly easy to get coverage under age 65 but almost nothing available over 65. Well now there is! I have a group package available to expats for anyone from age 50 and up to ...
Gee I thought this would have been a done deal. My husband signed up right away. Hope you get more people. Read More
Insurance over 65 by planner
This has been discussed multiple times here on the forums. Its fairly easy to get coverage under age 65 but almost nothing available over 65. Well now there is! I have a group package available to expats for anyone from age 50 and up to ...
Very interested for my husband Read More
Move in to DR by Labellediana
I鈥檓 moving to DR I want to know how I can send my car, furniture and other stuff there.
Research, I just googled international movers. 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?
When my husband and I moved here in January we just brought our empty bottles to the pharmacy and they just refilled them. No prescription needed on any of them. 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?
You can get this medication at farmacia carol. I had to go through page by page but its there. Read More
Not belonging in the DR (How to thrive here) by Guest123089
Hi! I moved from a major US city to Punta Cana pre-pandemic, and for the moment, have nowhere else to live but here. I鈥檓 struggling, buddies. I鈥檓 not finding anyone like me, I don鈥檛 seem to mesh in with locals (Dominicans). ...
There are many Punta Cana expat groups on facebook, I suggest you join some of these groups. You can probably meet many through these groups. Read More
Not belonging in the DR (How to thrive here) by Guest123089
Hi! I moved from a major US city to Punta Cana pre-pandemic, and for the moment, have nowhere else to live but here. I鈥檓 struggling, buddies. I鈥檓 not finding anyone like me, I don鈥檛 seem to mesh in with locals (Dominicans). ...
We only visited twice, and both times were to purchase a villa. We are here now, have our residency and we love it. Took a leap of faith that paid off. lol Biggest hurdle is accepting the way things are done here. There are many things that ... Read More
Re finding Swiffer dry mop reills by Gman123
Now that I have moved to the DR I am trying to find the refills for my Swiffer dry mop. Anyone know a place in either Puerto Plata or Santiago that I can find them? They work great on these tile floors to remove the dog hair thanks
I'm looking for the swiffer wet! Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Just an update. Went to Santo Dimingo yesterday to pick up our residency cards and cedulas. Took 2 hours total. Lily as always was efficient and professional. Can't say enough good things about her. Thank you Lily! Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Well if you're ever in the Sosua area let me know we could get together then. Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Picking up our residency cards and cedula next week. Yaahoo. Lily you are the absolute best and we just want to thank you for everything. Read More
Hiring domestic workers. by Hilda1959
Hi all. What are the protocols for hiring domestic workers ie; gardener/pool....do we need to get health insurance for them? What about holiday pay or tipping if they do something extra. How much holiday pay.....
Is twice a week to much Read More
Hiring domestic workers.
Hi all. What are the protocols for hiring domestic workers ie; gardener/pool....do we need to get health insurance for them? What about holiday pay or tipping if they do something extra. How much holiday pay..... Read More
Bank account minimums by Hilda1959
Does anyone know what the minimum balance you need to have in Banco Santa Cruz to keep it open?
Not $250K, $250,000.00 pesos which is between 4 or 5 thousand dollars lol. We are retired so living on tight budget. Read More
Bank account minimums by Hilda1959
Does anyone know what the minimum balance you need to have in Banco Santa Cruz to keep it open?
No it's not a monthly minimum. I'd be on my way back to Canada. Lol i guess it was to prove we had money to move there. I was just hoping we didn't have to keep the balance that high. Read More
Bank account minimums by Hilda1959
Does anyone know what the minimum balance you need to have in Banco Santa Cruz to keep it open?
Did anyone have to put a minimum amount into the account after opening it. We had to put 200,000.00 pesos. Read More
Bank account minimums by Hilda1959
Does anyone know what the minimum balance you need to have in Banco Santa Cruz to keep it open?
Thanks all. Good to know. Read More
New to hopefully becoming an Expat in the DR by Medictanya
Hi Everyone, My name is Tanya and I鈥檓 looking to relocate to the DR in September 2021! Looking for information on anything and everything to make my transition as smoothly as possible. I welcome advice for other expats...pearls of wisdom, ...
Then I was very lucky!馃檪 Read More
New to hopefully becoming an Expat in the DR by Medictanya
Hi Everyone, My name is Tanya and I鈥檓 looking to relocate to the DR in September 2021! Looking for information on anything and everything to make my transition as smoothly as possible. I welcome advice for other expats...pearls of wisdom, ...
Please listen to the others on this forum. My husband and I moved here as retirees. We were trying to do it all ourselves and when we went to the consulate in Ottawa they basically told us we didn't have enough funds to retire and that it was ... Read More
Don't meet minimum income for retirement visa. by Bob and Donna
We are considering buying a home and retiring to the DR.. My wife, brother-in-law and I are purchasing this together. (selling our homes in Canada and paying cash $500,000) Our problems is that neither my wife or I meet the minimum monthly ...
Yes call Lily she was our lawyer and she is amazing. Read More
Bank account minimums
Does anyone know what the minimum balance you need to have in Banco Santa Cruz to keep it open? Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
I don't know about that but we brought everything ee could possibly need. Passports, 3 months bank staments, letter from bank in Canada, proof of pension from government and our house contract to show that the larger transactions in our bank ... Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Banco Santa Cruz in Cabarete. Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Not sure if I should post this here but it is part of getting your residentia. Had an appointment at the bank this morning to open a bank account, and walked out with debit card in hand. Done in about an hour. Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Another question, what is a good vpn down here? Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
We are in Sosua and need to get our photos done and photocopies of our passports to send to Lily, does anyone know where we go for this. Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Had no issues flying in with our 3 cats. Make sure you have the proper paperwork. Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
2 are flying in cabin and 1 in cargo, he is the size of a small dog. Lol Is that 10 us dollars? Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Update on residentia, our application has been approved and we will be picking up our documents tomorrow in time for our flight on Friday! Yoohoo! I have a question though; we are bringing our three cats with us (yes they have all the necessary ... Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
You are quite right! She is our attorney as well and she is super. Can't wait to get to our new home! Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Just want to thank everyone for putting me in touch with Lishali. You are all right, she is amazing! Read More
Purchasing flight tickets for one month by wxyz2b
Hi Dominican Expat Forum! Sorry I know this has been discussed on this forum before but I'm confused, can I stay for one month? Will I be able to purchase a return flight ticket dated for one month? and what if I decide to stay a little longer ...
Make sure to have the proper paperwork for your cat as well. Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Where do i find the private message? Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
I feel really silly but where do I find personal messages Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
It was the dr embasdy in Ottawa, Ontario Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Because part of it is from the sale of our business. We financed part of the sale so we have money comingvin every month from the new owners. Read More
Residencia - 2020 - How to get it done. by planner
Its time for a new thread laying out how to apply for residencia! Our resident lawyer, Lishali, will assist us. Lets break it down into sections: 1. Who qualifies 2. First step in your home country. 3. What you need and how to apply for your ...
Hi all, I am more confused all the time. We are building a house in the DR to retire to. We checked multible websites all of which said it was easy to move there. We now found out that 3200 a month is not enough to retire there because it's ... Read More
Prescription meds
My husband and I are moving to the dr and both taking pres meds can we get them in the dr safely Also we are moving there as retirees and we have more than is required to live there but it's not all retirement income so we can't stay year ... Read More
YOUR COMMENTS ON VILLAS IN CASA LINDA REAL ESTATE PROJECT IN SOSUA by thunderbird14
Hello, I am a Quebecer speaking French and English, living in the city of Terrebonne in the suburbs of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. I am 58 years old and my wife is 56 years old and we have been married for almost 32 years. I work as an Actuary in ...
We are also looking forward to meeting our neighbors as well. Read More
YOUR COMMENTS ON VILLAS IN CASA LINDA REAL ESTATE PROJECT IN SOSUA by thunderbird14
Hello, I am a Quebecer speaking French and English, living in the city of Terrebonne in the suburbs of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. I am 58 years old and my wife is 56 years old and we have been married for almost 32 years. I work as an Actuary in ...
Really 25k-35k is a lot. We were told 20k would be enough to furnish a two bedroom inside and out. Definately have to check into that again. Lol Read More
YOUR COMMENTS ON VILLAS IN CASA LINDA REAL ESTATE PROJECT IN SOSUA by thunderbird14
Hello, I am a Quebecer speaking French and English, living in the city of Terrebonne in the suburbs of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. I am 58 years old and my wife is 56 years old and we have been married for almost 32 years. I work as an Actuary in ...
Definately Vicky. My husband and I reserved a lot in Casa Linda this past October and as soon as we sell here in Quebec we will be building a Capri. We love it there, many Canadians from all over living there. Read More