Michael Shirley
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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19
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2
About me
American
Speaks English
Registration: 25 May 2022
About
Occupation
I am Retired.
My expat journey
Dominican Republic
USA
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Secure your financial assets as an expat in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Dominican Republic, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We鈥檇 love to hear about the different investment options available for ...
@bobk.nyc outstanding advice even for the seasoned investor to keep their money and to never let your guard down. I鈥檓 sure most of us have heard from our mentors many times over the years 鈥渋f it sounds to good to be true it most likely ... Read More
Dominican Police using cell phones with facial recognition technology by windeguy
This was just posted on DR1 by a forum moderator and is posted in its entirety below:35 minutes ago#1Apparently, the Dominican police is using facilal ID technology installed in their smart phones. All they have to do is enter into the system the ...
In the US the TSA announced today they launch facial recognition in several large airports and look to fully implement in 2023. I know we are discussing the DR here but I make the point this technology is widespread around the world we live in today ... Read More
Veterans from the USA by scoldoc
Im looking for a way to reach Disabled Veterans to inform them they can get Chiropractic care with no out of pocket expense. Does any one know if there is a VFW post on the island.
@huddleston1 avionics/aircraft electrician AH64s/UH60s/OH58s In the 80鈥檚Good to meet you! Read More
Veterans from the USA by scoldoc
Im looking for a way to reach Disabled Veterans to inform them they can get Chiropractic care with no out of pocket expense. Does any one know if there is a VFW post on the island.
I would like to share my gratitude to all for their service and sharing馃檹馃徏 US ARMY 1/101st AVN REGT expect no mercy! Read More
Is it safe to live in the rural areas outside of Higuey, DR? by reaestate24hrs
Hello friends.I am investigating to see if it is safe for americans expats to buy land and live in the rural areas of Higuey. My DR contact tells me is not safe at all, unless you allways leave the farm secure with someone living there and watching ...
@DominicanadaMike excellent! 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 for one appreciate you sharing this information and feel it is imperative for us all to know these updates and the laws. Myself, like many on here are a guest in this country and am thankful for the time I spend here. Actually, I just returned ... Read More
Veterans Health. Please Read by StevenMIA
Good morning, I was just put on noticed that there are many Veterans clinics opening, especially in the Puerto Plata/Sosua Area, which have about 6-8 clinics. Please note, these clinics are NOT affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs. ...
@planner thank you for clarifying. Kudos to the website and the way it is run! Read More
Veterans Health. Please Read by StevenMIA
Good morning, I was just put on noticed that there are many Veterans clinics opening, especially in the Puerto Plata/Sosua Area, which have about 6-8 clinics. Please note, these clinics are NOT affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs. ...
@drilsgt I don鈥檛 think any will look in the classifieds looking for medical care for those who have benefits from the VA. This is why I ask Planner to let those that can share information about healthcare for us to freely post information on ... Read More
Veterans Health. Please Read by StevenMIA
Good morning, I was just put on noticed that there are many Veterans clinics opening, especially in the Puerto Plata/Sosua Area, which have about 6-8 clinics. Please note, these clinics are NOT affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs. ...
@planner I think you have done a very good job moderating such a group of people with so many personalities and motives. All in all it鈥檚 been a very good source of information and the good far outweighs any negatives. On this topic I feel you ... Read More
Importing car to Dominican Republic by Scorpiana
So I received a quote to have my car delivered from Florida to DR for about $1,200-seems reasonable. What kind of cost should I expect when it arrives to the DR and relinquished to the officials?
@WillieWeb聽yes agreed. It is a very large purchase and one that I must live with a long time so thanks for your thoughts馃憤 Read More
Importing car to Dominican Republic by Scorpiana
So I received a quote to have my car delivered from Florida to DR for about $1,200-seems reasonable. What kind of cost should I expect when it arrives to the DR and relinquished to the officials?
Very good 聽and thank you for this helpful information! Getting a good vehicle over will certainly be welcomed . 聽 Read More
Importing car to Dominican Republic by Scorpiana
So I received a quote to have my car delivered from Florida to DR for about $1,200-seems reasonable. What kind of cost should I expect when it arrives to the DR and relinquished to the officials?
OK鈥�.I appreciate the feedback. My wife is Dominican and has residency. Of course the car will have to be titled in her name so do I need a broker to avoid paying the sales tax when a new title is issued here in the US? T Read More
Importing car to Dominican Republic by Scorpiana
So I received a quote to have my car delivered from Florida to DR for about $1,200-seems reasonable. What kind of cost should I expect when it arrives to the DR and relinquished to the officials?
When all is said and done isn鈥檛 it about the same price to buy a vehicle from a reputable dealer there? 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?
@planner聽thank you! Good advice in which I will follow my next trip.聽 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?
I was diagnosed with kidney stones in March and given a couple prescriptions. One was to help pass the stones (Rowatinex) and the other come to find out was some form of vitamins (Bergeron B). I booked a flight back to the US the next day and ended ... Read More