I would like some advice. About 12 years ago I came to this country and I got my temporary residency. I renewed it once. Then I got married to a Dominican and we lived here for five years then we went to the United States. We are now living here again in the DR. My residency expired maybe 7 or 8 years ago. I wasn't aware that I had to renew my residency while I was gone. Now I owe at least 40,000 pesos in late fees. Is there anyway around paying that? I was thinking about starting the process all over again since I have a new last name and passport. But I'm not sure if its possible or if it's even worth it. What do yo think?