Correct marriage documentation for a US citizen marrying a DR citizen in the DR

prettyhands · #1 12-01-2003, 11:03 AM

Hello everyone,
An American ctitzen marrying a Domincan citizen in the Dominican Republic. What documentation is needed for each person?
-who can marry them?
-what are the costs?
-After the marriagewhere should the marriage certificates be taken to in order to get them immediately registered by the embassy/government, in order to begin the K3 visa application process?

I would greatly appreciate this info. and any recommendations in this matter.

Hillbilly · #2 12-01-2003, 02:31 PM

Do a search in the archives.

Next, read Hillbilly's Three Golden Rules for marrying a Dominican in the Men are From Mars Section

Then take a big breath and think!

HB

prettyhands · #3 12-01-2003, 05:24 PM

Hello HB,

what an interesting name!!

First off I was asking for legal information regarding documentation needed for marriage, but I think that you missed that somehow.

Anywho, thank you for your suggestions regarding marrying an individual from the DR. There are concerns regarding issues of marrying an immigrant from any foreign country, and I know that Dominicans do have a reputation. I've worked with people of dominican descent for many years, and it's sad how people are stereotyped. We still live in a crazy world.........by the way are you Dominican??

You can only rain on someones parade if they allow you to do so. People who thrive on negativity try to implant poison onto others, and as I said before that poison is only effective if their minds are fertile for such.

It is important to look for red flags. You have to keep an open mind. There are people who are taken for a ride at times, and these are people who are taken for rides in any situation.

I hope that you are happy with your life, love and all relationships that surround you!!

Sincerely,
Prettyhands

Dolores · #4 12-01-2003, 05:43 PM

See http://dr1.com/travel/special/weddings.shtml

Also do a search of content published before on this site regarding marriage and weddings.

prettyhands · #5 12-01-2003, 05:52 PM

Dolores,

Thank you for the tip!!! It is very useful!!!

Sincerely,
Pretty Hands

Hillbilly · #6 12-02-2003, 08:00 AM

The first thing I told you was to look in the Archives....

The rest of what you wrote is a product of all the folks that have already told you that you are nuts...

But, go forward, slowly.....And read what Dolores put up for you....

HB

prettyhands · #7 12-02-2003, 10:11 AM

Thank You Once again Mr. HB,

For your lovely opinion, which all that it is............JUST AN OPINION. What you are merely doing is projecting your thoughts and feelings on to everyone else hoping that they would agree with you. Telling someone that they are nuts is a pretty strong opinion for someone you don't even know, but as I said before, it's only your opinion.

It's appears that you feel compelled to purge your negativity on to others.......... If this is what drives you throughout life, than so be it. You only end up becoming toxic yourself, and for those of course that allow themselves to be poisoned by such.

If you are Dominican.........it's unfortunate, there is always one in the bunch that wants to sell out their own race/culture/community!!

If you are not Dominican than this does not apply to you, and it's amazing that someone that would have strong opinions about a race/culture that they weren't even raised in, but I guess this is what happens when we are trying to find our place in this world.

Someone always has an opinion, just like an A@#hole........we all have one.

Sincerely,
Prettyhands

MrMike · #8 12-02-2003, 03:37 PM

The quick answer ot your question is that a Passport worked just fine for me.

I was just as optimistic as you before I got married too, I hope you are enjoying your innocence - a year from now you will miss that the most.

Chris · #9 12-02-2003, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by prettyhands
Someone always has an opinion, just like an A@#hole........we all have one.

Yes, some of us have opinions. Hillbilly's 'opinions' are kinda based on facts around here. So, most of us would consider his opinions very very carefully - if he is kind enough to give his opinion and his time. We consider it of great benefit.

So, my suggestion is to reread Hillbilly's 'opinion' and pay a little more attention to it... It may benefit you immensely.

prettyhands · #10 12-04-2003, 09:39 AM

Chris you stated......

"Yes, some of us have opinions. Hillbilly's 'opinions' are kinda based on facts around here. So, most of us would consider his opinions very very carefully - if he is kind enough to give his opinion and his time. We consider it of great benefit."

TO Chris, HB, Mr. Mike,
The facts that HB are stating are facts all over the world in any country!!! The mistake that's made is that he is referring to them as "Dominican" resort workers.....as opposed to.........resort worker's!! do you think that resort workers don't do this in Spain, or in St. Martin?? I live in the US and people are stereo-typed every day!! ANd the only thing that HB is doing is adding to the sickness, Yes it may be your country, but you have to stop insulting your own. You are not born or bred that way, you don't ask to be born where you are born or be of the race that you are.

I don't know if you are aware of the expression "It's not what you say....... it's how you say it" well in this case it's how it's being phrased. You really are making it worse by referring to them as "Dominican" resort workers as opposed to Resort workers!! People come to the DR feeling that they are Superior, but you are giving them reason to think so even more when you Phrase it as such!!

I don't doubt that HB's original intent was good, but, You are only adding to the poison when you phrase it as such. It is a very sensitve issue.

You may not like what I am saying, just as you tell me.........Please be wise............ with your words!!!

sincerely,
Pretty hands