The Dominican Republic is one of the best places in the Caribbean
because of the friendly locals and interesting natural beauty. For
men, the stunning women in
the country are one of the best reasons
for staying there for a very long time. After visiting one of the
many adult themed resorts, some men have sought ways
to stay in the
country and even become citizens. Transferring to the Dominican Republic is both a fun and
challenging process for foreigners. While trying to become
Requirements for Becoming a Citizen
There are no shortcuts in becoming a citizen in the Dominican
Republic for men. If you marry a beautiful Dominican lady, your
citizenship is not automatic and there are
still processes you have
to go through. Women, on the other hand, instantly become a citizen
if she marries someone from the Dominican Republic.
The first step for those who want to become a citizen is to obtain
the permanent residence card. This card can be obtained after gaining
a residence visa which
can be done before you enter the country or
while you're in the Dominican Republic. After gaining the permanent
residence card, you should be able to apply for
citizenship after two
years.
Living vs. Taking a Vacation in the DR
Staying in the Dominican Republic permanently or becoming a
citizen is far different from a vacation. Don't be enthralled by what
you see on the
beaches because when you transfer or stay here for a
very long time, you'll have to work or establish a business.
When it comes to Housing in the Dominican Republic, here are your
options:
Rent a house or an apartment - if you want to have some privacy,
you can rent an apartment near your business or job. The basic rule
in renting when it comes
to pricing is that the nearer to the beach
and city, the higher the price for rent. Also check the community
because you could end up in an undesirable location.
Rent a room - there are also families in the Dominican Republic
that can offer a room to foreigners. You can establish an agreement
with the family where they
prepare your food and even do your laundry
for extra fees. But you have to be a bit picky for this option. In
fact, this option is not really recommended for those
unfamiliar with
the country. Establish some contacts first so that you can be
secured.
Job Conditions in the Dominican Republic
One of the best ways to learn about the culture and people in the
Dominican Republic is look for a job. In fact, many recommend that
you try to gain
employment even if you don't need financial
assistance. There is so much to learn in a working environment and
it's a way of avoiding boredom once you've
stayed in the country for
many months. Learn some Spanish or use your knowledge of other
languages other than English, as this is a way of gaining employment
in a country that expects tourists from around the world. Once you’ve
secured a job, you can then start learning about the country in its
rawest form and can
see if you can adapt to the culture.
Becoming an Expat in the Dominican Republic