For the first check, you need an introduction ( a current customer of the casa de cambio) , and your friend introducing you is on the hook for the first check to clear. After that, it's betweeen you and the casa de cambio. BUT , should your check have a problem clearing, they will charge you 2% or more PER DAY of the amount in order to clear up the matter with the casa. And they ALWAYS collect.
I have no need or use for DR banks, or their lines, or waiting for them to go copy my passport and other ID every time I come in, or their chairs (has anyone ever seen chairs in a bank lobby before for their clients waiting for transactions ????) . DR banks are too non-functional and tooooo slooooowwww.
I have relationships with 3 different casas de cambio, and the only question I ever get is "Do you want pesos or dollars?". 5 minutes tops , in and out. And with 3 choices, I get the best rate of the day.
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