Should you ship your personal items or vehicle to the Dominican Republic when relocating?
Expats' Corner December 20, 2023 | 8:48 am
When you decide to live or retire full-time in the Dominican Republic, a crucial part of this transition involves deciding whether to ship your personal items, household goods, vehicles, and furniture[...]The Closing Costs for buying property In the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner December 13, 2023 | 11:27 am
As a foreigner purchasing real estate in the Dominican Republic, you must be aware of the various closing costs involved. Understanding the closing costs allows you to budget accordingly and know the [...]Should you rent or buy property in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner December 5, 2023 | 4:08 pm
If you choose to live in the Dominican Republic full-time, you'll have to decide whether to rent a home or acquire one. Both options have advantages and disadvantages, but your choice depends on your [...]Consular Officer explains how to apply for an emergency passport in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner November 22, 2023 | 10:39 am
Santo Domingo.- Consular officer Mark provided important information on obtaining an emergency passport in cases of theft or accidental loss. To initiate the process, individuals must[...]The cost of Dominican Republic residency processes to increase soon
Expats' Corner November 21, 2023 | 5:24 pm
The Dominican Immigration Department recently announced that fees are scheduled to increase across the board. The increase includes fees for residency processes, which will impact the overall cost of [...]Naming your business in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner November 14, 2023 | 5:12 pm
One of the most critical aspects of setting up a business in the Dominican Republic is choosing a business or trade name. Before incorporating your Dominican company, your business name must be regist[...]Tips to maximize your Airbnb Investment in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner November 7, 2023 | 4:24 pm
The short-term rental or Airbnb market is booming in the Dominican Republic. Local and foreign investors alike are capitalizing on this lucrative market. If you're a foreigner considering getting into[...]Requirements and process to renew American passport in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner October 19, 2023 | 3:07 pm
Santo Domingo.- US citizens in the Dominican Republic can take advantage of the American Passport Renewal service, which provides a passport valid for 10 years, through mail using the[...]Choosing the optimal Business Structure for Expats establishing businesses in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner September 15, 2023 | 5:08 pm
If you are planning to do business in the Dominican Republic, it's essential to understand the different types of business structures available to you. Choosing the appropriate structure will determin[...]Staying connected as an Expat in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner August 16, 2023 | 3:45 pm
Moving to a new country can be both an exciting and daunting adventure, especially with something as basic as communication, where staying connected with friends, family, and clients back home is cruc[...]How receive packages and mail as an Expat in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner August 4, 2023 | 11:59 am
Santo Domingo.- One of the challenges expats have when living and residing in a foreign country full-time is reliably receiving packages or documents internationally. In the Dominican Republic, esp[...]Three options to transfer funds to your Dominican Bank
Expats' Corner July 24, 2023 | 3:59 pm
Transferring funds from your foreign-based bank account to your bank account in the Dominican Republic can take anywhere from 1 to 5 business days. The processing time will depend on the banks, interm[...]Possible pitfalls in your Real Estate purchase contract in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner July 12, 2023 | 6:40 pm
The most critical part of the real estate buying process in the Dominican Republic is reviewing the purchase contract. In the Dominican Republic, as with most countries, an agreement between two parti[...]Understand this before you reserve real estate in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner July 5, 2023 | 5:12 pm
Santo Domingo.- It is common practice for real estate developers in the Dominican Republic to require a reservation deposit to take a unit—condo or lot—off the market. You’ll see this a lot, par[...]Does the HOA of your building allow Airbnb and other short term rentals?
Expats' Corner June 27, 2023 | 4:27 pm
Airbnb rentals have become hugely popular in the Dominican Republic, with more tourists opting for private residences versus staying in a hotel. According to one report from DR’s Central Bank, Airbn[...]Requirements for a foreigner marrying a Dominican citizen
Expats' Corner June 20, 2023 | 5:01 pm
There are some general requirements that you must meet as a foreigner to marry a Dominican citizen in the Dominican Republic. The general requirements include: 1. Valid Identification Documents [...]Should you pursue citizenship in the Dominican Republic?
Expats' Corner June 15, 2023 | 5:43 pm
Last week, I received an email from a couple that read, “My husband and I are considering dual citizenship in the United States and the Dominican Republic. We’re thinking about purchasing a small [...]Your Legal Status and opening a Bank Account in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner June 8, 2023 | 4:42 pm
If you’re a foreign non-resident opening a bank account in the DR, it’s a straightforward process, and local banks are accustomed to establishing accounts for foreigners. So, youâ[...]Health Insurance for foreigners in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner May 10, 2023 | 5:19 pm
Health insurance is a big concern for foreigners planning to live or retire full-time in the Dominican Republic. Dominican-based health insurance companies do insure foreigners whether they are cur[...]The difference between Notarization and Apostille
Expats' Corner May 6, 2023 | 4:42 pm
Foreigners going through a legal process in the Dominican Republic, such as residency or marriage, will have to deal with preparing (or legalizing) documents for submission to the government. Legalizi[...]
