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Frequently Asked · Casa de Campo®

Buyer FAQ

Answers to the most common questions about Casa de Campo® real estate
FAQ · Casa de Campo®

The questions buyers ask first.

Every Casa de Campo® buyer arrives with the same dozen questions about ownership, taxes, financing, and what it’s like to actually live here.

Ownership & Tax

Foreign Buyers, Title, IPI.

The rules that apply to foreign and Dominican owners — same path, same protections.

Can foreigners own property?

Yes, with no restrictions. The DR places no limits on foreign ownership. Same title rights as Dominican citizens. Buy in your personal name, through a Dominican SRL, or through a foreign holding structure. No residency requirement to own.

What annual taxes apply?

IPI (Impuesto al Patrimonio Inmobiliario) is 1% of assessed value above the exemption threshold — RD$10,695,494 for 2026 (about US$175,000) — paid in two installments. Short-term rental income is subject to ITBIS (18%) and income tax. No annual surcharge for foreign owners.

Can foreigners finance a purchase?

Yes. Dominican banks offer mortgages to foreigners — typically at a lower loan-to-value than for residents, in US dollars or pesos — contact us for current terms. Many buyers prefer to pay cash and finance back home via HELOC against existing assets.

Can buying a villa lead to residency?

It can. A foreign investor with a registered investment of US$200,000 or more — real estate counts — can apply for residency by investment. Confirm the current requirements with an immigration attorney. (Source: Migration Law 285-04 and Regulation 631-11.)

What does it cost to buy, beyond the price?

The 3% transfer tax, calculated on the higher of the contract price or the DGII appraisal, plus legal, notary and registration costs. Contact us for an estimate on a specific property. (Source: DGII Guide 18, Law 288-04.)
Process & Lifestyle

Timeline and What It’s Like.

How long the transaction takes — and what owning at Casa de Campo® looks like in practice.

How long does the process take?

Timelines from signed offer (Promesa) to title transfer vary from purchase to purchase — contact us for the current picture. Possession transfers at closing, and the new title is then issued by the Registro de Títulos.

What is it actually like to own?

Day-to-day Casa de Campo® feels like a small private town — gated, very safe, walkable inside neighborhoods. Owners typically use the villa 4–12 weeks a year. The resort is busy December–April and quieter in summer. Most owners hire a small local team and a property manager.

Do I need resort membership?

It depends on the villa. Some properties transfer with Casa de Campo® membership included; others require separate enrollment. Membership grants golf, beach, marina, tennis, equestrian, and polo access. Always confirm in writing during due diligence — it can be a five- or six-figure difference at the start.

Can I close without travelling to the Dominican Republic?

Yes. Many foreign buyers close remotely by granting power of attorney to their Dominican attorney. The power of attorney is authenticated by a notary or apostille service in your home country, and your attorney signs on your behalf.

Can my villa earn rental income when I am away?

Yes. Through our villa rental agency, your home can earn rental income when you are not using it. Short-term rental income is subject to ITBIS and income tax — contact us for the details that apply to your property.

Sources: DGII — IPI exempt threshold 2026 · DGII Guide 18 — 3% transfer tax (Law 288-04) · short-term rental taxes (ITBIS). For fees and costs specific to your purchase, contact us. Last verified October 2026 by Caribbean Paradise Homes. General information, not legal or tax advice — confirm your situation with a Dominican attorney.

More Questions?

Talk through the answers specific to your situation.

Every buyer has a few questions we did not list above. A conversation covers the ones that matter to your purchase.

And one answer that applies to everyone: we help you buy your villa, assist with anything you might need — and through our villa rental agency, your home can earn rental income when you are away.

Talk to a Casa de Campo® Expert