Recent content by artistdani

I have been looking and googling but cannot find anything... Stickies are for renewal as far as I can see. Has anyone done their first provisional residency on their own? It does not seem too complicated... my Dominican husband can be my guarantor. What are the various impuestos, taxes, bribes...

In August 2014 I started the residency process in my home country. Moved to the DR in September with a visa (RS) in my passport valid for 2 months. I was intending to apply as a pensioner. I did not continue the process as I decided to finally get married with my Dominican in October 2014. I...

Is it possible to buy directly from a Zona Franca factory? Thinking specifically of Tamboril in Santiago. I have noticed that Timberland has a factory in the DR and I saw a Chinese tennis shoe factory announced. What I am really looking for is good sandals and tennis shoes at inexpensive...

I am looking to find out the transfer tax status on my house. Please dont tell me to check with my lawyer... I thought I could find the status of almost anything by going on the dgii.gov.do web site, clicking on virtual oficina then entering the data into the form for persona fisica... it...

I would love to read the rest of Cdn Gringo story but the thread has been moved to I presume, the land of 500+ posts. Please bring it back! Thank you!

2 separate questions: - Are holographic wills recognized in the DR? I know it has to be written entirely in my own hand and witnessed by 2 unrelated people but does it have to be written in Spanish to be valid in this country? - Can a gift of a jeepeta between spouses be done by handwriting a...

Is there an excellent cataract surgeon in the DR? Preferably one that has experience in operating on an eye that has had a vitrectomy (removal of the gel like substance at the back of the eye). If possible on the North Coast, but if not SD is fine too. Or should I go back to Canada and get the...

What kind of a price range can I expect to pay a lawyer for the fast track residency program for retirees? That is the one that goes straight to permanent residency. What I am looking for is the approximate price that has been paid by retirees. I want to know if the price I am being quoted is...

I understand that GP are called Internista in this country. Any recommendation for one on the North Coast? Although I live near Puerto Plata it is probably better to go to a bigger center like Santiago. Any recommendations? This is to establish a relationship so that I know whom to see when I...

I would like to increase the security around the house. I have 6' fence, rolled barbed wire in some sections - will finish the rest a bit later. I have bars on all windows and doors and a little dog which is very very good at doing the alarm thing. I have some battery powered alarms for some of...

I put this yesterday in the North Coast forum but realize today that I should have put the question to everyone. So here goes: As the title says, I am looking for a recommendation for a rheumatologist. If none is available in Puerto Plata or Santiago I will travel to SD. Any language but...

As the title says, I am looking for a recommendation for a rheumatologist on the north coast. If none available in Puerto Plata or Santiago I will travel to SD. Any language but preferably English or French. My arthritis is acting up! Thank you for any suggestions!

I had 3 cheques cut out of my local bank account. I was charged .015% on the total amount for "impuesto de la ley". What is it exactly and when does it apply? I asked the question at the bank but did not get a clear answer or I did not understand it. It seems that it is only for cheques? and...

I would like to consult with an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in back issues: herniated disc, degenerative disc disease and osteo-arthritis. Preferably on the north coast but anywhere is fine - I want to see the best possible doctor. Any personal experience? any recommendation of someone with...

Can anyone please recommend a good mechanic in Puerto Plata so that I know where to go when I need one? The car is A Hyundai Tucson. I know a good mechanic is worth its weight in pesos! Thanks!