Abattig
American expat in Puerto Rico
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Lives in San Juan
Registration: 10 June 2011
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Moving Family and Starting a Business! by JoyceS
Hi, My name is Joyce. My husband and I are planning to move to PR very soon. The reason for our move is a buisness oppurtuinty. We are looking to open in San Juan or the surrounding area. We have a 2 year old son. We are looking at homes in ...
Hello Nomad, I have an LLC incorporated company (partnership with boyfriend) for my gift shop here in Puerto Rico. I didn't realize the tax deadline for companies was this Friday & am just now getting around to seeing an accountant; however, I ... Read More
Book stores by Nomad83
Hello, I recently relocated to the north east of the island and was wondering if there is a Borders or Barnes & Noble here. If not something similar. Thanks.
Unfortunately, there are no national chain bookstores in Puerto Rico anymore. I have now resorted to buying from Amazon.com. There are smaller, local bookstores, but are typically in Spanish only. Read More
PR vs US Notary Question by Abattig
I hope someone can help me out with this one. I am aware that only lawyers can do notarizations here. However, I noticed their stamps are not "raised" like how the US are. If I get some documents notarized here & mailed back to the US, will the ...
Thank you very much for the info. Read More
PR vs US Notary Question
I hope someone can help me out with this one. I am aware that only lawyers can do notarizations here. However, I noticed their stamps are not "raised" like how the US are. If I get some documents notarized here & mailed back to the US, will the ... Read More
Get a new Drivers License in Puerto Rico? by Jonathanp55
So I have an expired license from Indiana (expired April 17 2012) and I want to exchange it in Ponce Puerto Rico. I was wondering, first, what tests I will have to take and how much it will cost. Or can I just trade the license in . Also, the ...
Hello, I found the DTOP Ponce office online: Bo. Canas Sector El Tuque, Carr. 591 Ponce, PR 00731 I live in San Juan & inquired about getting a license here with an Ohio driver's license. Every state is different, but with an Ohio driver's ... Read More
Chocolate & Coffee Expo 2012 ($6 admission)
Just wanted to spread the news about this expo. Here's a little snippet from their website: "The Coffee & Chocolate Expo -Puerto Rico- is the biggest exhibition of the coffee and chocolate industry in the Caribbean. The eventÂ’s objective is to ... Read More
move to PR by wcintro1
I'm planning to move to PR. Is $2,500 enough to live there?
Hello, I just read the following article about living abroad. It appears you won't lose your citizenship if you stay longer than 6 months, but may have to pay some sort of health tax every year. ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Puerto Rico by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Puerto Rico ½ûÂþÌìÌà members in real life? Organizing an ½ûÂþÌìÌà meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An ½ûÂþÌìÌà meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a ...
Meetup.com offers a couple social groups for expats to join. The site has an awesome concept & provides an opportunity for an expat to finally have a social life here on the island. I've already attended a couple of meetings & met some cool ... Read More
move to PR by wcintro1
I'm planning to move to PR. Is $2,500 enough to live there?
I'm very happy you were able to find a job that allows you to stay at home & I'm glad to have helped. So how long can you stay in Puerto Rico before you have to head back to Canada? Well for me, I love Toronto because it is a culturally diverse ... Read More
move to PR by wcintro1
I'm planning to move to PR. Is $2,500 enough to live there?
Hello CStephens, Like you, I moved here for love :) about 6 months ago. Luckily, I visited the island numerous times before I met my BF, so i know first hand what PR is all about. First, I'd suggest visiting the island before making such a big ... Read More
Statehood Referendum 2012
I was just wondering if anyone here was voting in Nov & your feelings regarding the statehood referendum for PR which will be on the ballot. ~Angie Read More
Does Verizon work well on the island? by Lorimc
Does Verizon work well on the island (san juan)? My contract is up in April and I am debating whether I should change providers. I know Verizon works in PR but it seems like other carriers are more popular (i.e. AT&T). I also had some issues with ...
Actually, Verizon was bought out by Claro on the island if my memory serves me right. I have a prepaid Claro phone & the signals are pretty good. I would not suggest Sprint though. Read More
Reasonable priced Furniture Stores in San Juan area? by Lorimc
So we just signed our lease in Isle Verde and now we have to furnish the place. I found a few Rooms to Go online but I was wondering if there are any other recommendations for contemporary furniture in or near San Juan that we should check out. I ...
Another good place is Pitusa which is found off the main highway in Carolina. Also, if you get a Costco/SAMs club membership, they tend to have furnishings at great prices too. Welcome to Puerto Rico & if you have any questions or just would like ... Read More
federal government jobs in Puerto Rico by Meme1484
Hello everyone. I visited Puerto Rico 3 times since October 2010 and I loved it! I fell in love with the country. Since I visited PR, I started thinking about moving there. I love the culture, music, food, and the beautiful beaches! I did a quick ...
How's Korea?? I was actually born there :). Do you like Kimchi at all? Well, I hope you are enjoying my country & if you need any help with PR just let me know. -Angie Read More
federal government jobs in Puerto Rico by Meme1484
Hello everyone. I visited Puerto Rico 3 times since October 2010 and I loved it! I fell in love with the country. Since I visited PR, I started thinking about moving there. I love the culture, music, food, and the beautiful beaches! I did a quick ...
Hello, I hope I can help you out. Luckily, my BF works For FEMA as a supervisor & I do have somewhat knowledge of fed jobs here in PR. When my BF has to interview potential applicants, he prefers someone who is bilingual. All documentation is ... Read More