Interactive moving to Puerto Rico checklist

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• Find out whether you need Act 60 / a decree (consult an attorney and a CPA). It is not required in order to move.DDEC: Incentives Code (Act 60)
• Research housing and make a shortlist (renting first is the most common choice). Visit in person if possible.
• Estimate moving costs (container, vehicle, flights, deposits).
• If you are bringing a car: calculate the excise tax (arbitrios) in SURI (suri.hacienda.pr.gov) using the VIN.Hacienda: vehicle excise tax
• Review personal documents: passport/ID, driver’s license, birth certificates, medical records, pet vaccination records.
• Notify your employer / plan remote work or your business.
• Open or prepare bank accounts.
• Research schools (if you have children) and health insurance.

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• Book the household-goods move and vehicle shipping, if applicable.
• Request a background check and your driving record from your state.
• Start the Act 60 process, if applicable.DDEC: Incentives Code (Act 60)
• Research LUMA (electricity), AAA (water) and internet for your area.LUMA (electricity) · AAA (water)
• Prepare a list of belongings (what to bring, what to sell or donate).

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• Have a confirmed local address.
• Set up electricity, water and internet.LUMA (electricity) · AAA (water)
• Transfer or get your driver’s license at DTOP/CESCO.DTOP · CESCO
• Register your vehicle and pay the excise tax, if applicable.Hacienda: vehicle excise tax · CESCO
• Update your address with banks and insurers. IRS: Form 8898 (statement for individuals who begin or end bona fide residence in a U.S. territory).IRS: Form 8898
• Open a local bank account.
• If you have Act 60: start documenting your days on the island.

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• Establish bona fide residence.IRS: Form 8898
• If you have Act 60: meet the home-purchase deadline and the annual obligations.DDEC: Incentives Code (Act 60)
• Update your insurance.
• Adjust to local life (electricity, hurricanes, etc.).