bryankieronlynch
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Registration: 18 May 2021
Dual citizenship
I am an American citizen. My wife is a Dominican citizen. Our baby will be born in America. How do I go about getting my baby dual citizenship? Read More
How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
@Shestheone i used an online company with a 2 day turnaround. It was easy. You actually just photogragh the document and bingo. It comes with certs as well. Read More
How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
@Shestheone I am just waiting on her embassy interview in 2 weeks. In my wildest dreams in never though the difficulty level would be this high or expensive. Read More
How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
@Shestheone It is not possible. You just have to wait for the process. If you are lucky it will be 15 months. I am just completing this process now. It is long. If you love them it is worth the wait. Read More
How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
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How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
Mine were 2 women Read More
ELECTRONIC FINGER PRINTING by mocaman67
hello - I am wondering if anyone knows where one can subject service done? My wife will be requested by Canada Immigration to have this done and I'm not sure if they will specific where to go i.e. - as in going to the Embassy or Consulate. When ...
My wife just had this done for her US Visa. At the VAC. I'm sure Canada has something similar. Read More
E-ticket website glitch by bryankieronlynch
The E-ticket website is not working properly. It won't let you input flight dates for after the 1st of the year. Is this happening to anyone else?
@mocaman67 this was almost 2 years ago. I never had a problem with this form. I have done it over 10 times electronically. I've always been able to complete it and change it at anytime if your imported goods change. This time it wouldn't let me ... Read More
Quickest Way to Get A Dominican into US by kschw9883
I have a GF and I want to know the quickest way to get her into the US.Please help if possible
A lawyer wont help with speed at all unless you have a life or death medical condition. Pregnancy doesnt even count. I am on month 14. Just awaiting an interview for my wife but it is slow going. Marriage visas have been moving faster since Covid. ... Read More
How to get Married in the Dominican Republic by planner
At the request of some members I am opening this thread. FIRST GENERAL INFO :D Types of Marriages Marriages in the Dominican Republic fall generally into one of two categories: 鈥淐ivil鈥� marriages are those in which the parties ...
@DominicanadaMike I have actually used my original wedding certificate for my wifes immigration. It has one stamp and the US State Department found it fully legal so i dont know of these multiple stamps you refer to. Read More
How does mail work in the DR? by TheWaifuWarrior
Hello, I am moving to the Dominican Republic in less than a month and I would appreciate it if someone would be kind enough to explain to me exactly how receiving mail like packages works? Do I need to set up a USPS box and have it sent there then ...
The postal system is non-functional in all aspects. Courier or FedEx is your only hope. Did you notice most buildings don't even have addresses. Read More
Quickest Way to Get A Dominican into US by kschw9883
I have a GF and I want to know the quickest way to get her into the US.Please help if possible
@donnyD This makes a mockery of people doing things the legal way. It is a long process that you obviously have no compassion for or knowledge about. If you have no constructive knowledge on this subject please keep your comments to yourself. Read More
Quickest Way to Get A Dominican into US by kschw9883
I have a GF and I want to know the quickest way to get her into the US.Please help if possible
@kschw9883 If you love her, marry her. I130,embassy interview. It is not quick, though. I am 1 year into that process and probably another 4 months to go. Immigration is not for the faint of heart. Read More
Airport shuttles by bryankieronlynch
Since we are giving shootouts I would like to recommend my pick for best airport shuttle. Santo Domingo Taxi. After using them many times they never disappoint. I became friends with the owner Ken. An ex-pat himself. I have met him many times and ...
I was actually trying to post to your new forum. I couldn't figure out how to delete it so let them do their thing. Thank you. Read More
Airport shuttles
Since we are giving shootouts I would like to recommend my pick for best airport shuttle. Santo Domingo Taxi. After using them many times they never disappoint. I became friends with the owner Ken. An ex-pat himself. I have met him many times and ... Read More
The Expat Lounge (the place to be on the DR Forum) by planner
I would like to introduce to you our new free expression thread: The Expat Lounge for the Dominican Republic forum.Here you can talk about everything and anything you want.Talk about your passion (sport, movies, arts, dancing, etc鈥�), what ...
@ddmcghee I wasn't going to ask her about that. I wanted help with some of my wifes documents. Read More
The Expat Lounge (the place to be on the DR Forum) by planner
I would like to introduce to you our new free expression thread: The Expat Lounge for the Dominican Republic forum.Here you can talk about everything and anything you want.Talk about your passion (sport, movies, arts, dancing, etc鈥�), what ...
@Profe Agayu I was just wanting her advice on my wife coming to the US. I will approach my dual citizenship at a later date. I plan on retiring in Santo Domingo but my wife wants some hijas first. I prefer my doctors here for that. Read More
The Expat Lounge (the place to be on the DR Forum) by planner
I would like to introduce to you our new free expression thread: The Expat Lounge for the Dominican Republic forum.Here you can talk about everything and anything you want.Talk about your passion (sport, movies, arts, dancing, etc鈥�), what ...
@planner I called and Emailed her before with zero response. Not saying she is not good,just unresponsive to me. Read More
Carry (Flowers) / Ship (Treadmill) from USA to DR? by GuestPoster1126
Hello to one and all on expat.com!I will soon be traveling back to the DR.I would much appreciate any help that can be provided. I am wondering if I can carry boxed flowers from the USA to DR without any issues?Also I have a need to get a piece of ...
@jwrona1 no flowers. That's a non starter. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here by mpiovarcsikw
@sofialovestravel you should give me your employers address so I can tell them to fire you. How can you work in 'development ' ? What are you developing? Darkness?You dont even know me yet you called me on a public thread an "old crusty" woman ? ...
@mpiovarcsikw I like it. Read More
Dentist in Cap Cana Area by rfmaurone
Hola, looking for I guess the phrase is medical tourism. a dentist in the Cap Cana area. Someone that does implants and basic dentistry too, coming in from the United States. It鈥檚 for a family member.in a perfect world I鈥檓 looking for ...
@Bhavna this was my point testerday about contact info and I was told that other people's contact info is fine. I dont think that is correct. I think all contact information is moderated. I cant post what airport shuttle I use so why should someone ... Read More
Advice on importing a Car by dbhford
I need to have a vehicle in the DR by this winter. I have gone back and forth deciding to buy something new in DR or bring a couple of year old car from the US. The only reason I am thinking of bringing a car in is that I own a dealership in the US ...
@planner I thought personal contact info was not allowed? Read More
Apostille process from abroad by Gylla
Hi all馃憢馃徏Has anyone successfully had their documents apostilled online? I鈥檓 living in the DR full time and need my birth certificate and certificate of single status translated, apostilled and notarized. I鈥檝e found some ...
It does take time though some states won't expedite. Read More
Apostille process from abroad by Gylla
Hi all馃憢馃徏Has anyone successfully had their documents apostilled online? I鈥檓 living in the DR full time and need my birth certificate and certificate of single status translated, apostilled and notarized. I鈥檝e found some ...
Wedo.com.doTHEY WERE AMAZING. They prepared all my documents for my wedding with no mistakes and on time. They are located in Texas. I dont know about online because they need original documents to Apostille. You can't Apostille a copy. Call them ... Read More
Dominican Currency by Mark and Al
What actual currency denominations should we carry while in Sosua/Cabarete? I hope to use our credit card as much as possible, but I'm assuming there will be a lot of places that only accept cash and apparently getting change back (at smaller ...
I have always used my bank card to withdraw pesos from Atms. My first trip down I brought a lot of pesos. The American dollar is widely accepted and I never had a credit card refused except at tiny colmados. Read More
E-ticket website glitch
The E-ticket website is not working properly. It won't let you input flight dates for after the 1st of the year. Is this happening to anyone else? Read More
DR attorney by mondoux31
Been going to the Dominican republic for 20 years on vacation.聽 Decided to take the next step and become naturalized met an attorney.聽 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (edited)聽 who took 6000.00 naturalization of 2 people 3000.00 each and spent it ...
@vixenmartine聽You just sound rude and a little full of yourself. If it is so bad there why are you going for a year. There are laws against filming people in the stated. Not so sure there.聽 Read More
Noise and the DR - Be Warned by Guest2022
Excess noise is a common complaint from expats living and visiting the Dominican Republic. Living in the capital can be painful for those who like peace and tranquility. The noise from constant traffic alone can be uncomfortable, but add to that ...
San Pedro de Macoris is one of the loudest places on the planet. I'm聽 not complaining聽 I just realize the difference. Due to my career choice I have some hearing loss. I have stayed in San Pedro quite a few times and it is always the same. ... Read More
Uber in Bavaro/Punta Cana by Guest2022
As some of you may be aware Uber and other digital taxi formats have been regulated very recently and and limitations on where they can pick up passengers has been defined - 1 kilometre from any location where tourist taxi companies are located - ...
Santo Domingo Taxi Read More
Cell phone providers by SFP203
Who is the best cell phone service provider and is it easy to get a cell phone contract? What does one need to do/show to get a contract. Thanks
I have used Claro exclusively. I had a sim card shipped to Reno Nevada before my trip. I recharge it v铆a Recharge.com. Zero issues. My T-mobile service works great here for text and data. Calling can get expensive but Claro is a great ... Read More
Hi Friends, looking for a job by Guest1230789
I am haitian lady I live in Dominican rep煤blic. I am an english Teacher. I was teaching English for 3 years in my country I also worked at a restaurant as a waitress. I am looking for a job I Will be grateful. 鈾ワ笍馃檹
Where do you live? I am looking for a private tutor. Read More
Gifts declared at customs? by bryankieronlynch
Do I claim gifts of clothing to customs? I am bringing 200 dollars worth of clothing for my girlfriend.
I guess my main question is about the filling out of the form. If the gifts are less than 500 dollars do I even include them on the form. Would you only claim the value above 500 dollars? Read More
Gifts declared at customs? by bryankieronlynch
Do I claim gifts of clothing to customs? I am bringing 200 dollars worth of clothing for my girlfriend.
You are supposed to declare them on your E-ticket though correct? Read More
Gifts declared at customs?
Do I claim gifts of clothing to customs? I am bringing 200 dollars worth of clothing for my girlfriend. Read More