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Moving to the Dominican Republic

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Dec 20, 2023

Summary: Expats and digital nomads move to the Dominican Republic for its warm climate, beautiful beaches, and low cost of living. The most popular cities for expats and digital nomads in the Dominican Republic are Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata, and Punta Cana. People looking for a place to live in the Dominican Republic can find a variety of options, from renting an apartment or house to staying in a hotel or resort. Additionally, there are many online resources available to help expats and digital nomads find a place to live in the Dominican Republic.

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What do I need to know before moving to the Dominican Republic?

When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to the Dominican Republic, they said:

"I would be sure to study Spanish as it makes the transition much easier. I would just come initially, if possible, for a six month period every year, and then go back. I would not buy anything for at least two years, until you decide that you really like it and until you have seen the entire country," remarked one expat in Santo Domingo, Dominican Rep.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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