# Buying property in Cap Cana as a foreigner, step by step

> A foreign buyer can own a Bonita residence outright. Foreign ownership is 100%, the title is freehold and held in the buyer's own name, and the transaction closes in US dollars with title insurance available. The path is a reservation, a purchase proposal, a signed contract, scheduled installments during construction and delivery.

## Can a foreigner own property in Cap Cana?

Yes. Foreign ownership is 100%: the title is freehold and held in the buyer's own name. Transactions close in US dollars, with title insurance available. Bonita Golf and Bonita Beach both sell under these rules.

## What are the steps from first contact to delivery?

The order is the same for both projects.

- Ask for the current proposal. The sales team replies personally with every unit type, floor and orientation and its exact price.
- Reserve the unit. The reservation is US$5,000, credited to the price. Until a reservation is countersigned, prices and availability can change.
- Sign the promise of sale. 30% is due at contract signature, and the signed promise of sale fixes the price of your unit: it does not change after that.
- Pay the installments during construction: 40%, in scheduled installments set out in your purchase proposal.
- Take delivery and pay the final 30%. Delivery dates are construction estimates and carry the customary grace period stated in the contract.

## In what currency and language is the contract?

Prices are stated in US dollars and exclude closing costs, transfer expenses and each party's legal fees. Contracts are executed in Spanish, and a courtesy translation can be provided. Sales are governed by the laws of the Dominican Republic.

## What about taxes?

Both projects are classified under the CONFOTUR tourism incentive law, which exempts the buyer from the 3% real estate transfer tax and from the IPI property tax for up to 15 years. The application of each benefit is confirmed per unit at contract signature. This is not tax advice; confirm your personal treatment with your advisor.

## Can I see the project before I decide?

Yes. The Bonita Golf structure stands today and its model residence is built, furnished and open at the site. Buyers receive construction progress reports while the developer builds, and the site can be visited with the sales team.

## FAQ

**Which currency are Bonita prices in?**
US dollars. Prices exclude closing costs, transfer expenses and each party's legal fees.

**Is title insurance available?**
Yes. Transactions close in US dollars with title insurance available.

**Does the price change after I sign?**
No. Until a reservation is countersigned, prices and availability can change; the signed promise of sale then fixes the price of your unit.