Tropical Flower
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
Forum posts
26
Contacts
5
About me
American, Married, 59 years old
Speaks I speak Spanish and English
Registration: 14 December 2021
Activity
WillieWeb Has Passed by UncleBuck
I just read on another blog that WillieWeb has passed. He had been battling cancer, and a new lump showed up in his jaw/throat. He was not seeking treatment for this particular issue.He was a very active and informative contributor, with a ...
馃槩 Sorry to hear the bad news 馃ズ Read More
Retirement Visas by Pat Kitchen
My wife and I are in the process of obtaining retirement visas for the DR.聽 We have been in contact with a couple of Dominican law firms.聽 We are a bit taken aback with the fees they are charging.聽 Also, we know there are going to be ...
How expensive is with Lishali just for one person? Don鈥檛 need an exact amount but more or less to have an idea will be appreciated. Read More
TAX ON HOUSEHOLD ITEMS BEING SHIPPED TO DR by myrnacarley
I was born in DR but am a US citizen and have lived here all of my adult life. I'm planning on moving back, buying a home, and shipping my household items including car. Have been told that as Dominican born, my household goods are not subject to ...
I was in the same position as you. I learned that if you have been here in Dominican Republic for 6 months, in the last two years, then you do not qualify for the tax exemption. You have to add up all the time you have visited here and if that makes ... 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
@Liam H Hi there! I have Claro and I pay through my bank 馃彟. Really easy! Read More
Your best culinary memory in Dominican Republic by Mickael
Hello everyone, As you know, every country has its own flavours and tasting the local cuisine is a great way to discover the culture of a destination. Whether it's a small typical restaurant to taste local dishes, a traditional meal in a local's ...
All of the above 馃憜馃徏 plus Cocido de pata de vaca (cow鈥檚 feet stew) and for dessert majarete (corn custard) and habichuelas con dulce (Sweet Cream of beans). Read More
English speaking Doctors in Santiago by shaddaione
Hello im checking to see if anyone know any good english speaking Doctors in the Santiago area? I actually live in Licey al Medio but its basically in Santiago.
@lavega dega I live close to Santiago and would like to have the information too. Read More
Buying a car as a new resident by *Juan18
So its 2018 and we arrive in the DR as brand-new residents. We rent a car for a few weeks to get situated, then we decide to purchase a vehicle. We purchase insurance then set out to buy. Is a cedula or a DR driving license required? Are US bank ...
I just bought a brand new car at a dealer and the only thing they asked for was my passport. I paid in full through wire bank transfer. My bank in USA (Bank of America) charged US$45 聽for the transaction and my bank here (Banreservas) charged ... Read More
HELP: Met someone in the DR and I don't know what his intentions are by travellinglady1429
Hello to everyone,This is my first time posting on a forum, desperate measures as I scour the internet to find out whether the intentions of the man I met in the DR are authentic or not.聽I vacationed to Punta Cana with a friend of mine about 3 ...
I am Dominican, my advise is simple. RUN 馃弮馃徑鈥嶁檧锔� FOR YOUR LIFE!!聽 Read More
Moving personal belongings by willngrace02
We鈥檙e in the process of moving to D.R but I was curious how much taxes are charged by customs? Or How long must you have your dual citizenship to apply for a tax exception? And How long does it take to get your stuff out of customs after ...
@Rich1162聽 Hola Rich, can you please share the information of the guy who helped you? I am still in the states but will be moving very soon. I have contacted several companies here but they are very expensive. Thank you! Read More
Moving personal belongings by willngrace02
We鈥檙e in the process of moving to D.R but I was curious how much taxes are charged by customs? Or How long must you have your dual citizenship to apply for a tax exception? And How long does it take to get your stuff out of customs after ...
@planner聽I have the same question but I am Dominican. Do you know what are the rules for Dominicans? Or can you tell me where to find the information? Thanks in advance.聽 Read More
Shipping furniture to DR by Launica
I'm planning on bringing some furniture (not a whole lot, just favorites) plus household items and some clothes (who am I kidding, lots and lots) from Fl. Would like some recommendations and information. Haven't moved in a while so I'm a ...
@WillieWeb聽Can you elaborate on this, 聽please 馃檹馃徏 ? Read More
car buying by pareilly2000
If you buy a new vehicle in the DR, will I have to pay ITBIS tax of what percent? Also does that primera placa tax apply? This will help me decide whether I import or purchase locally. Thanks
@planner聽 Thank you planner for your reply. Do you know how do I get more information regarding those special rules for Dominicans? Is there any office that I can go or contact to get more info? Thanks in advance!聽 Read More
car buying by pareilly2000
If you buy a new vehicle in the DR, will I have to pay ITBIS tax of what percent? Also does that primera placa tax apply? This will help me decide whether I import or purchase locally. Thanks
@lennoxnev聽Thank you 馃檹馃徏, Lennoxnev. I鈥檒l try that too.聽 Read More
car buying by pareilly2000
If you buy a new vehicle in the DR, will I have to pay ITBIS tax of what percent? Also does that primera placa tax apply? This will help me decide whether I import or purchase locally. Thanks
@WillieWeb聽Hi, thank you for your reply. 聽By any chance do you know the name of the program or how do I get access to it?聽 Read More
car buying by pareilly2000
If you buy a new vehicle in the DR, will I have to pay ITBIS tax of what percent? Also does that primera placa tax apply? This will help me decide whether I import or purchase locally. Thanks
Please excuse me 聽that I was not clear with my question. I was born in the Dominican Republic but have lived in USA since I was 8 y/o, I am 56 now. So, I don鈥檛 need to apply for residency since I have Dominican citizenship. I am not ... Read More