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[Tempoecorto]

From my research:

You have to fill out an online form (called an "E-Ticket") here:

* https://eticket.migracion.gob.do/.

First for the entrada, and then separately for the salida.

I THINK that I can simply fill out the first one, the "E-Ticket entrada," then later buy my airline ticket to exit DR, and at that point I'll fill out the second form.

I just worry that someone (the first airline, or migration in DR) would require that I already have proof of the second ticket.

Anybody know?

I have been going to the DR for about 14/15 years and never during that period, has anyone asked me about a return ticket. This is not to say that it cannot happen but if you have a passport from a country whose passport is valued, I cannot see why they would have problems. In addition, there are a whole bunch of people who overstay and pay a fine when they exit with a well defined fee schedule and there are people on this forum, who might be in such a situation and can tell you more about it.

I visit for never more than a week - 10 days and when I am buying a ticket online and one way for example, Jetblue site does send a warning about a return ticket but no gate agent from my outbound airport has ever checked that either, on my way out.

E-ticket (which has nothing to do with electronic ticket): as you correctly stated you can do it separately (on your way in and later, out) and the only idiots who check that are the customs people on your way in (don't ask me why). Airlines would not allow you to board a plane to the DR without the e-ticket though and so their immigration does not care as if the airline did not do its job, they will be fined.

Hope this helps.

[VanessasClient]

Well, it looks like it will be Cartagena for me. The flight times to / from southern FL are insane. Get into STI at 3 AM and then fly back arriving at 5 AM. Non-starter. Until they change the flight schedule I don't see it happening.

Cartagena is a mess. It was always a tourist trap to begin with, but now it is getting more dangerous. The area around the clock tower is the main place where you would have minimal safety concerns. All prices are inflated compared to other cities in Colombia, including for the girls. Also, you will have countless people on the street incessantly hounding you to buy something, even more so if you are fair skinned and don't speak Spanish. It's basically scam city. You can go there if you want, but I personally think there are better options.

[Lulle]

Yes, also on exit. You may ask for assistance at the airport, it takes a minute to fill in the data.

Thanks, Questner, for answering.

But also: do I need to show proof of exit ticket when first traveling TO the DR (to the airline or migration).

[Questner]

From my research:

You have to fill out an online form (called an "E-Ticket") here:

* https://eticket.migracion.gob.do/.

First for the entrada, and then separately for the salida.

I THINK that I can simply fill out the first one, the "E-Ticket entrada," then later buy my airline ticket to exit DR, and at that point I'll fill out the second form.

I just worry that someone (the first airline, or migration in DR) would require that I already have proof of the second ticket.

Anybody know?

Yes, also on exit. You may ask for assistance at the airport, it takes a minute to fill in the data.

[HumbleHal]

From my research:

You have to fill out an online form (called an "E-Ticket") here:

* https://eticket.migracion.gob.do/.

First for the entrada, and then separately for the salida.

I THINK that I can simply fill out the first one, the "E-Ticket entrada," then later buy my airline ticket to exit DR, and at that point I'll fill out the second form.

I just worry that someone (the first airline, or migration in DR) would require that I already have proof of the second ticket.

Anybody know?

The airlines and exit immigration both checked at Santiago this weekend.

[Lulle]

From my research:

You have to fill out an online form (called an "E-Ticket") here:

* https://eticket.migracion.gob.do/.

First for the entrada, and then separately for the salida.

I THINK that I can simply fill out the first one, the "E-Ticket entrada," then later buy my airline ticket to exit DR, and at that point I'll fill out the second form.

I just worry that someone (the first airline, or migration in DR) would require that I already have proof of the second ticket.

Anybody know?

[John Clayton]

The drive is only an hour and a half between Sosua and Santiago.

Sorry, too early in the morning (and didn't have my glasses on). I misread it. I drive from SDQ to Cabarete, which takes me (slow driver) at least 4 hours, depending on which way I go. Desculpa.

[JayWonEm]

Keep in mind that Santiago is over an hour away from Sosua by drive. If traffic is bad or there's a problem with the roads, it could be 2 hours. I already looked this up because it's much cheaper to fly into STI than it is Puerto Plata. You have to find a driver who is willing to make the drive, has enough room for your luggage, and hope nothing goes wrong on the remote roads. I would imagine there's very little cell service outside the big cities. From what I've been able to research, price tag for the drive will probably run close to 50 USD.

Well, it looks like it will be Cartagena for me. The flight times to / from southern FL are insane. Get into STI at 3 AM and then fly back arriving at 5 AM. Non-starter. Until they change the flight schedule I don't see it happening.

[Mr Enternational]

The drive is at least three and a half hours.

The drive is only an hour and a half between Sosua and Santiago.

[John Clayton]

Keep in mind that Santiago is over an hour away from Sosua by drive. If traffic is bad or there's a problem with the roads, it could be 2 hours. I already looked this up because it's much cheaper to fly into STI than it is Puerto Plata. You have to find a driver who is willing to make the drive, has enough room for your luggage, and hope nothing goes wrong on the remote roads. I would imagine there's very little cell service outside the big cities. From what I've been able to research, price tag for the drive will probably run close to 50 USD.

The drive is at least three and a half hours.

[VanessasClient]

Thanks. I was checking the Spirit destinations and saw Punta Cana, but now I see they fly to all three airports. The flight to STI gets in at 3 AM, but so be it. Was going to head to Cartagena instead but maybe reconsider Sosua.

Keep in mind that Santiago is over an hour away from Sosua by drive. If traffic is bad or there's a problem with the roads, it could be 2 hours. I already looked this up because it's much cheaper to fly into STI than it is Puerto Plata. You have to find a driver who is willing to make the drive, has enough room for your luggage, and hope nothing goes wrong on the remote roads. I would imagine there's very little cell service outside the big cities. From what I've been able to research, price tag for the drive will probably run close to 50 USD.

[JayWonEm]

Partner you are starting on the wrong foot. Punta Cana is far from Sosua and not easy to get to. Sosua is a couple hundred miles from PC. Opposite sides of the Island. I fly Spirit all the time. SDQ or STI airports are better choices to get to Sosua. Punta Cana is the worse mongering spot on the Island. Attracts family vacationers. You need to do more research before you hit the ground. Sosua is perfect for you point and clic. Like you partner I am in, my 60's and have no issues getting all the ladies I want.

Thanks. I was checking the Spirit destinations and saw Punta Cana, but now I see they fly to all three airports. The flight to STI gets in at 3 AM, but so be it. Was going to head to Cartagena instead but maybe reconsider Sosua.

[VanessasClient]

Partner you are starting on the wrong foot. Punta Cana is far from Sosua and not easy to get to. Sosua is a couple hundred miles from PC. Opposite sides of the Island. I fly Spirit all the time. SDQ or STI airports are better choices to get to Sosua. Punta Cana is the worse mongering spot on the Island. Attracts family vacationers. You need to do more research before you hit the ground. Sosua is perfect for you point and clic. Like you partner I am in, my 60's and have no issues getting all the ladies I want.

What about Santo Domingo?

[OldKool]

Partner you are starting on the wrong foot. Punta Cana is far from Sosua and not easy to get to. Sosua is a couple hundred miles from PC. Opposite sides of the Island. I fly Spirit all the time. SDQ or STI airports are better choices to get to Sosua. Punta Cana is the worse mongering spot on the Island. Attracts family vacationers. You need to do more research before you hit the ground. Sosua is perfect for you point and clic. Like you partner I am in, my 60's and have no issues getting all the ladies I want.

Need to get away for a bit and am thinking of a first trip to DR next week on short notice. I have read a bunch of pages on the forum here but hoping someone can give me the Cliff Notes version. I am older (OK. Old), experienced with escorts and with international travel, and I speak decent Spanish. I would fly Spirit into Punta Cana. It seems like Sosua is the place to be, and it is fairly close to the airport. I like variety but if I find a girl I like I am open to overnights, daytime activities, and temporary monogamy. I want some companionship in addition to sex. I would like a nice hotel or resort with good facilities. I want to do a few ocean activities, whether its snorkeling, fishing, island cruise, or whatever, preferably with female companionship. Love good food, and moderate drink. Some nightlife, but at my age probably not too much.

Anyone care to recommend:

Place to stay (prefer under $100).

How to connect with girls (social, ad sites, clubs, agencies?

Bar / restaurant / activity recommendations?

Open to suggestions. Thanks in advance!!

[JayWonEm]

Need to get away for a bit and am thinking of a first trip to DR next week on short notice. I have read a bunch of pages on the forum here but hoping someone can give me the Cliff Notes version. I am older (OK. Old), experienced with escorts and with international travel, and I speak decent Spanish. I would fly Spirit into Punta Cana. It seems like Sosua is the place to be, and it is fairly close to the airport. I like variety but if I find a girl I like I am open to overnights, daytime activities, and temporary monogamy. I want some companionship in addition to sex. I would like a nice hotel or resort with good facilities. I want to do a few ocean activities, whether its snorkeling, fishing, island cruise, or whatever, preferably with female companionship. Love good food, and moderate drink. Some nightlife, but at my age probably not too much.

Anyone care to recommend:

Place to stay (prefer under $100).

How to connect with girls (social, ad sites, clubs, agencies?

Bar / restaurant / activity recommendations?

Open to suggestions. Thanks in advance!!