johng.
Just as in most countries, it is not automatic. There are forms to file, fees to pay and interviews to attend.
Have fun! (grin)
johng.
Just as in most countries, it is not automatic. There are forms to file, fees to pay and interviews to attend.
Have fun! (grin)
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Haha, I'm not saying marrying a Jamaican is out of the question! Now, to find the right guy! Hahahahha
I have to say, I disagree that living with less would be a easier in JA. The start up fees would be killer! After that, you could probably do with less. And of course, having a good back up fund for when things go south with your crops and livestock! Living with less is difficult anywhere! Speaking realistically... of course, I see your implied point.
and...........always remember>>>if you have the money............you can do anything>>>>..<<<....when one door is closed...>
many more r open
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Wow, where do I start??? I feel like I have to defend myself about simple honest comments that I have made.
The Downtrodden in JA are happy despite their plight: Speaking about country folk who posses far more optimism about their situations in life than many Americans do is the basis for my comment. These are often people very poor in a monetary sense but not in a life sense. They make the best of the situation. The positive vibrations of Jamaica are known worldwide.
Odinson dreaming about life in Jamaica and then being snapped back to the reality of Healthcare. Well as I stated this is with the assumption one has been through the residency process and it had been successfully achieved. We all will one day die, yes I am sure somebody will argue that point too, so the question is does one achieve his / her dreams by going for it or sit around wondering what if??? That I hope clarifies any confusion about my meaning of quantity vs quality. As Peter Tosh said "Everybody wants to go to heaven, but nobody wants to die". His words not mine!!
The very topic about the lack of essential emergency services thread from a few weeks ago I believe Accompong you had commented on how you have several health issues and that you would choose Mandeville Hospital if you had the time to get there. You have the good fortune to be able to travel back in forth between Florida and JA. You do have the best of both worlds.
Buying land and building a home can be dangerous, yes that is true but so is there danger everywhere and someone making the effort to get his / her residency would, I hope have a grasp on what they are getting themselves into. But I argue your point as being your personal opinion not necessarily backed by facts. The high murder rate in JA I do not believe is fueled by murdering new land owners who build a house, yes perhaps it happens but random violence is universal.
Jamaican women are awesome (my opinion) and if the circumstances were right (and I wasn't already married) it would be well worth checking out.
Last but not least landing on your feet in Negril in today's economy and world probably would be a large challenge unless one had a substantial amount of cash. Like anywhere the further one moves away from a higher cost of living area (The resort town of Negril) the greater the opportunity to find a cool spot that works for them. So dream on folks and hopefully we all find a place that makes us happy!!
JohnG...since you were addressing Accompong, Accompong may address the rest of your post if he so chooses...I could write for days on this topic and I'm sure you can imagine what Rob could share after 25 years.Originally Posted by johng
But, I'd like to simply comment on the line that you wrote above.
One of the most common problems is exactly in what you mentioned...unfortunately, many don't have a grasp on what they're getting into and Accompong only touched on it ever so slightly.
Live the dream but live it wisely!
right on JOHNG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!>>>>
Well thanks Accompong glad to know some of your thoughts relative to points of view. My original comments suggested finding an alternative to New England weather and the Yankee mindset. Very difficult to understand if you have never lived here. Winters can be very cold from November through May in some instances. Finding a place to go for those months would be nice. I do not think I said a 12 month resident but if permanent residency is required for more than 90 days than so be it. I have a large lot in north east New England that is beautiful in almost every way but as I previously noted would be perfect from May through November, 7 months. So if I can find Paradise South to go with Paradise North I'll be in great shape. I have lived in Jamaica several times for 6 to 8 weeks at a stretch mostly in Portland in the Mountains. From 1975 through current day I have entered JA at least 40 times the shortest stay being 2 weeks.
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Johng...you can stay up to 180 days in a calendar year as a visitor...permanent residency is not required for this amount of time.
The Jamaican airport immigration will stamp you for no more than 90 days...you then may request an extension of stay for another 90 (or less) days at the Montego Bay or Kingston immigration services...extra fees & requirements involved.
jon c,
The costs to build are not necessarily higher, the labour costs can make up for any higher costs of materials and finishing. The real problem is when the owner does not do their "homework" and ends up spending much more for materials and labour. I have seen many foreigners receive incredible information from credible local contractors and even other successful foreigners here, only to see them ignore that excellent advice. The owner can end up paying triple the cost for not following that assistance. Do your homework and please listen to others who know the business or have been there before and have been successful.
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So to confirm, if u r American and own Jamaican apartment, have a TRN and pay Jamaican property taxes u can only stay maximum 6 months in calendar year or u have to follow residency process?
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