Your move, made simple
Moving to the Dominican Republic
Small, clear steps, and people from home to help you.
What would you like help with?
Pick one to see its guides. You can choose more later.
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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.
Your move, step by step
Most moves go through these stages. Your personal plan puts each step in the right place.
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Explore
Learn what living in the Dominican Republic is like and what you will need.
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Prepare your documents
Gather, apostille and translate the papers your plan needs.
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Apply for residency
File your residency application, on your own or with a lawyer.
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Move & settle
Move your things, find your home and meet your new community.
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Live & renew
Enjoy life here and keep your residency and documents up to date.
The Ambassador program starts in
59 days, 6 hours, 48 minutes left
(Dominican Republic time)
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