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Business conventions in the Dominican Republic by wondering9
Another super-specific question: when someone in the DR says "24 business hours," is that equivalent to when someone in the US says "3 business days"?(I think we're all already aware that different cultures have different approaches to time, so no ...
but be ready to add days to that.... - @CHRISTOPHER DAVID56 oh, I am 馃槑and I have been 馃樀鈥嶐煉獻 realize time is er elastic.I was just curious whether there might be some convention that I was unfamiliar with behind the ... Read More
Business conventions in the Dominican Republic
Another super-specific question: when someone in the DR says "24 business hours," is that equivalent to when someone in the US says "3 business days"?(I think we're all already aware that different cultures have different approaches to time, so no ... Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
Thanks @ondami Can you split that out at all between translation time and legalization time?If not, that's fine of course.I am only asking about individual experiences (and promise not to read too much into them馃檪), not a general rule. Read More
Residency - updates and changes 2024 by planner
We are seeing changes in processes here and it's time for a new thread with updates.LIshali had agreed to update us here on those changes and to clarify a number of issues as we go along!First let's talk the basics: how you start and which type you ...
I have a super-specific question. I wonder if there is anyone here who has recently gone through the initial application process (the one you have to do from your home country), and had your documents translated into Spanish and then had that ... Read More
Updates on club Jet Set by planner
As most should know, club Jet Set in Santo Domingo was the scene of a horrific tragedy. It was an upscale, very popular club. Current death toll now sits at 230.The fall out from this is considerable. The city has gone very quiet. Most clubs are ...
Here is a gift link to a New York Times article on some of the people who were either there or had friends there. They don't seem like high elites, more like people united by a love of music and dance.I hope sharing this link is ... Read More
Using a US based cell phone in the DR by Mark and Al
We are (finally) making our 1st trip to the Dominican in June. I'm trying to figure out how or if we can use our ATT cell phones without racking up a bunch of international phone charges. We will be in the Sosua/Cabarete area for about 2 weeks.
Re WhatsApp: If you're using a public WiFi you may be concerned about privacy, and if you're using your own private internet connection you may be concerned about data charges. Those are the only problems I can think of. Curious what others say. Read More
Santiago vs. Puerto Plata by wondering9
So if my goal was to spend a couple of months exploring the north coast, using public transportation rather than a private car, which in your opinion would make a better base, Santiago or Puerto Plata? I know Santiago is inland, but it seems to be ...
Thank you both! That makes good sense (and was secretly my preferred answer). Read More
Santiago vs. Puerto Plata
So if my goal was to spend a couple of months exploring the north coast, using public transportation rather than a private car, which in your opinion would make a better base, Santiago or Puerto Plata? I know Santiago is inland, but it seems to be ... Read More
Good storage options at the airport or in Santo Domingo
It looks like the best option for me will be, as people in various threads have suggested, bringing my stuff via airline checked baggage rather than trying to ship such a small amount. So I will be arriving with three suitcases, of which I will not ... Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
Yes, very good English.Luck! Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
One more personal opinion ... at least among the countries near to the United States, there seems to be a trade-off between two continuums: from most to least expensive and from most to least transparent/predictable legal system. The Dominican ... Read More
Timeline from Entering DR on Residency Visa to Interview and Medical? by Mila V
Hi, I just received my approved residency visa for the Dominican Republic, and I鈥檓 getting ready to buy my ticket. I would like to know what the typical timeline is after entering the country with the residency visa. Specifically, how long ...
I'm just curious whether any of the consulates in the US have a reputation as being more, or less, efficient and applicant-friendly than others?I'll have a choice between going in person to LA (Glendale) (the nearest one to me) or sending/receiving ... Read More
My Personal Experience with the Naturalization Process in the DR by Profe Agayu
First, it is a must to point out that I love the Dominican Republic! This country, with all its good and not so good, is one of my favorite places to be. However, this place gets a bad rep, especially when dealing with services, specifically legal ...
Lishali was very approachable and transparent when I talked to her. I wouldn't hesitate to ask her about her process or fees. Read More
Best location to stay in Santo Domingo to continue Residency process by ondami
Good afternoon/everning all.I believe my visa application is in the final stages of approval as I only needed to supply two additional documents (in English) along with my packet.I know that after my visa is approved I have 30 days to travel to DR ...
@ddmcghee(1) Yikes!(2) Yes, Lishali Baez, thank goodness (or thank this forum).All of this information is very helpful. Right at this moment I'm just trying to sketch out a plan for where to stay while all the paperwork is going through, and ... Read More
Best location to stay in Santo Domingo to continue Residency process by ondami
Good afternoon/everning all.I believe my visa application is in the final stages of approval as I only needed to supply two additional documents (in English) along with my packet.I know that after my visa is approved I have 30 days to travel to DR ...
Re fax and snail mail: that's a relief.For the initial stay in Santo Domingo --- say, for the things that everybody has to do, before the individual circumstances start to kick in --- is it possible to generalize how much time to allot for ... Read More