Retire in the Dominican Republic
Talk to a real person from your home country who already lives here. Then follow your free plan, one step at a time.
Where are you moving from?
Be the first Ambassador for your country
Become one of the 2028 Ambassadors
The 2028 Ambassadors are chosen during 2027.
The Ambassador program starts in
59 days, 7 hours, 40 minutes left
(Dominican Republic time)
It’s free. Create your account now and we’ll email you when Ambassador registration opens and when voting begins.
It’s free. Create your account and we’ll tell you when an Ambassador from your country can help you.
- You are here Getting ready. Sign up early and we’ll email you the day it opens.
- Registration and voting open
- Last day to register
- Last day to vote
- Results: meet the 2028 Ambassadors Date coming soon
All dates are Dominican Republic time.
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What an Ambassador does
An Ambassador is someone from your home country who already lives in the Dominican Republic. They welcome newcomers, answer questions and share what they’ve learned.
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Who can become one
Anyone, from any country, who lives in the Dominican Republic. You help people from your home country settle in.
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Members vote
Each member has one vote and can give it to any Ambassador. You can change it until voting closes. The Ambassadors with the most votes from each home country are featured on Retire.do.
Countries still waiting for their first Ambassador
- United States
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- France
How it works for you
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Pick your country
See who from home already lives here.
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Meet your Ambassador
Ambassador program starts
Ask anything. Get honest answers from real life.
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Plan your move
Your own checklist, simple guides, and professionals when you need them.
What would you like help with?
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Connect with Other Expats
Meet people who already made the move: our expat groups, your Ambassador and events.
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Insurance
Health, home, car, travel and other insurance for life in the Dominican Republic.
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Immigration & Legal Processes
Residency, the documents you need and the lawyers who can help.
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Moving Personal Belongings
Shipping, luggage, or selling and buying again once you arrive.
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Finding a Place to Live
Communities for retirees, buying property and renting.
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Health care
Doctors, hospitals and medical care.
Life in the Dominican Republic
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Puerto Plata Sun all year -
Jarabacoa Beaches and mountains -
Puerto Plata Lower cost of living -
Cap Cana Direct flights home
Ambassadors and Sponsors
Ambassadors are people from your home country
Sponsors are businesses and professionals
How we keep them apart