CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
American expat in Dominican Republic
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About me
American
Lives in Santo Domingo, Nacional
Registration: 16 March 2023
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Most common scams in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Dominican Republic as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online ...
The other side of the coin is that "yes" up north and tourists areas or large expat percence, you tend to pay more for services and goods, this has been my experience over the last 20 years. Read More
BANK FEES BANCO POPULAR by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Note: beware Banco Popular as of April 26th increased and changed thier fees structures.Today I used my American Debit Card to withdraw PESO as I have done for years.I always select "without conversion" so my US Bank does the conversion which is a ...
@Cfellers48 I will answer your question directly.Fedility Investment Banking USA , "cash account " refunds all ATM fees and NO wire transfer fees nationwide and international This has been my bank for 13 years. Read More
BANK FEES BANCO POPULAR by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Note: beware Banco Popular as of April 26th increased and changed thier fees structures.Today I used my American Debit Card to withdraw PESO as I have done for years.I always select "without conversion" so my US Bank does the conversion which is a ...
@Conifer What is scam? Are you accusing my feedback a scam? Little unclear about your message? Read More
Most common scams in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Dominican Republic as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online ...
@Karin1 The morale of your feedback is choose your friends wisely no matter where you are in the world. It's Unfortunate thats been your personal experience as mine "23 years here" is so much different. Read More
Bank account(s) in pesos or dollars (or both)? by wondering9
I finally got a bank account 😀😀😀 and all I can say is to echo other people's comments that the requirements can vary from one bank/branch/employee/day to another so bring as much paperwork as you can think of and be prepared ...
There are lots of transfer companies out there also.I use Paysend they normally have good conversion rates, and charge 1.99 up to 2k dollars. However, you go thru the normal verification process.It send directly to my Dominican debit card is ... Read More
BANK FEES BANCO POPULAR by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Note: beware Banco Popular as of April 26th increased and changed thier fees structures.Today I used my American Debit Card to withdraw PESO as I have done for years.I always select "without conversion" so my US Bank does the conversion which is a ...
@Cfellers48I'll DM you Read More
Recent Experience Opening Bank Account in Santo Domingo by ondami
Good afternoon all.I am sitting in my Air BnB in Santo Domingo as I type this message. Disclaimer: this is not legal advice nor a recommendation on what you should do; rather this is merely an explanation and update on my experiences.As many folks ...
@wondering9 Remember, here a lot of times noth8ng is consistent and the next day you go to a different branch and new person you may get a totally different requirement. It's frustrating but normal Read More
BANK FEES BANCO POPULAR
Note: beware Banco Popular as of April 26th increased and changed thier fees structures.Today I used my American Debit Card to withdraw PESO as I have done for years.I always select "without conversion" so my US Bank does the conversion which is a ... Read More
Health Insurance by dougbarkhouse59
I am moving to Dominican. What is the best way to get health insurance by there from someone or buy it here in Canada before I leave?
@Nick Boork Reach out to @planner via DM Read More
Sending money back to US by Stacy ST
Does anyone have advise on sending money from DR back to US? I checked the usual apps...Remitly, Wise, MoneyGram, etc but they only allow US to DR and I'd like to send it the other way, DR to US. I know we can do it through our DR bank, but the ...
@lunadom24 WU Read More
Can you deposit a US check into a Dominican bank account? by wondering9
I'm hoping it won't come to this, but I might end up receiving a paper check at the last minute before I leave the US. Is a Dominican bank likely to accept it as a deposit?I imagine there would be a long hold on the funds, which would be OK in this ...
The other options if you have it is deposit it via your home country bank mobile APP deposit checks. If yiu are keeping a state side bank open Read More
Can you deposit a US check into a Dominican bank account? by wondering9
I'm hoping it won't come to this, but I might end up receiving a paper check at the last minute before I leave the US. Is a Dominican bank likely to accept it as a deposit?I imagine there would be a long hold on the funds, which would be OK in this ...
@wondering9 Yes most DR banks will accept and normally a 15 to 20 business day hold and you have a DR bank account. Read More
Taxes for expats in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Dominican Republic, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your ...
@planner Ditto Read More
Dog Medicine in the DR by honla
Hello everyone, long story short, we have a small dog which got unfortunately incontinent after her sterilization. In the eu she got Incurin (estriol pill) which we aren’t able to get here. Here they recommend a plant based product, ...
@honla Look at website "chewy" or you can check with a good vet in Santo Domingo I use.Others may have other recommendations Dr. Noé Veterinaria Read More
Credit cards and other ways to pay bills by wondering9
So when I arrive (hopefully soon! seeing some progress!) I will be staying ~full time/year round, renting rather than buying a home, my main income source will be US Social Security, I will not have a car at least at the start, and I will be on a ...
@Tippj Exactly; Banco Popular Platinum MC credit card is 60% interest rate yearly Read More