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Start looking at the career pages of cruise companies. As chef one of the easiest ways. Read More
Questions DV lottery by mathlg
Hello everyone, I have few questions. I to want apply for DV lottery 2024 (I know that will be in October 22, I’m farsighted). At this time, I’m military in the french navy but my contract will ending during the summer 2023. If I ...
Do you satisfy the educational requirements? Nobody knows if there will be DV 2024. Read More
Am I too old to even think about moving? by thuoclatoba
Greetings Everyone, I lived in the US from the last part of the 90's to 2004 on a L-1 visa with my loved ones. Tragically, I separated in 2004 and left the US several years after the fact. My ex and children remained on and have lived there ...
Your answer are in uscis.gov. Please post detailed questions. Thank you. Read More
nursing jobs by awveneman
Hi, after my graudation as a bacholer busiess adminstation from the utrecht university. I was a full time mother looked after my two boys.especially the youngest who born ill child. Now Iam thinking to study again .while Iam 49 years. I am thinking ...
Most US states require nclex from non-US educated nurses. Then you need to find an employer able and willing to sponsor a visa. Google will probably bring up a specialty visa for nurses. This has been terminated years ago. Read More
The best age to move to the USA
I'm 20 years old and I plan to move to USA. However, I would like to make it earlier, but I hadn't enough money for it. I think the younger you move, the easier is to adapt to a new country and new people.And what visa do you plan to make ... Read More
The best age to move to the USA
Please if you know if incentives such as lower taxes or financial aid share your knowledge! Some states and municipalities actually offer higher millage rates to non-citizens or green card holders. Eligibility for federal or state ... Read More
I want to live in Florida by bukovinskirobin
Hello to all ! I have many questions, sorry ahah, but first I explain you my project My name is Robin, I'm 20 years old and in mid-September 2022 I want to go to Florida to live. My idea was to take a 1 month and a half round trip ticket as ...
No responses to questions regarding illegal immigration. Read More
Délivrance Visa K1 by mima01051989
Hi everyone I have a question about fiancee application for usa, I have been told that the application processing time is one year, I want to know that this time has not changed compared to covid 19 and I would like to read your similar ...
Petitions have recently taken 12-18 months. But you never know. Hang in there and keep track of your timeline on uscis.gov. Read More
Délivrance Visa K1 by mima01051989
Hi everyone I have a question about fiancee application for usa, I have been told that the application processing time is one year, I want to know that this time has not changed compared to covid 19 and I would like to read your similar ...
What part of it? Petition or Green Card? Please deliverance to save you some surprises. Read More
Moving to usa for work by Guest5865
Hi there I have a uncle that lives in the USA and also unsure if he can sponcer me, also I have no proven skill although I’ve been a builder for 10 years in the uk how do I go about moving out there ?
I have my brother in USA he juste arrived their since 3 months ago but he isn't an American citizen he got not yet a nationality and permit workAre you saying he is in the US without the appropriate visa? Read More
I Immigrate to the US to start a Business or work there as an employee by GuestPoster329
Hello to all my brothers and sisters, citizens of the world. Let me Introduce myself, I am Olivier GATABANTOU NMPOSSI, I live in Paris in France and I plan to expatriate to the United States of America for a change of air, to rebuild my life in the ...
You requested an EB5 from the US Embassy in Paris? Now that is great! Read More
Living long term in an airbnb instead of renting an apartment? by travelbuddy69
Hi! I currently live at my parent's house but would now like to move out & live on my own. I've been wanting to move out for several months but because of the covid pandemic I decided not to. Anyway I've been thinking about living ...
You may want to educate yourself a bit about air bnb and applicable charges. Why are you posting this in a USA forum? Read More
F1 US VISA (got rejected) by Abm98941
Good Evening Everyone! This question is especially for American expats or students who experienced F1 interview. I got rejected twice for my F1 visa. I really want to go and study in US what do you suggest I do now? Will appreciate any kind of ...
I’ve applied for one more in December Any tips ?Apparently the the ties to your home country were not satisfactory. To top it off you hopped from embassy to embassy. Your applications are in a central database. Give it a couple of years. Then ... Read More
F1 US VISA (got rejected) by Abm98941
Good Evening Everyone! This question is especially for American expats or students who experienced F1 interview. I got rejected twice for my F1 visa. I really want to go and study in US what do you suggest I do now? Will appreciate any kind of ...
first one in jeddah consulate and second in Riyadh consulateLocation has nothing to do with the denials. You were given a reason. What was it? How did you rectify the reason for the first denial? Read More
F1 US VISA (got rejected) by Abm98941
Good Evening Everyone! This question is especially for American expats or students who experienced F1 interview. I got rejected twice for my F1 visa. I really want to go and study in US what do you suggest I do now? Will appreciate any kind of ...
Good Evening, I need to know why you were rejected each time. An F1 visa is probably the easiest of the visas to get because unlike a B1/B2 and an F1 pressured to have a dual intend cannot be solely denied a visa for that reason. To get an F1 ... Read More
usa house prices and rent by Adam Sienkiewicz
Hello. As I can see, house prices per square foot are much cheaper than in Europe. Why do Americans rent a house cheaply? Why is this so much homelessness? I can see that the prices are only 50% higher than Poland.
Let's get back to the topic. How expensive are the fees that we don't pay when renting an apartment?No worries. Landlords factore everything on their side of the equation into the rent. They are generally not charitable institutions but ... Read More
usa house prices and rent by Adam Sienkiewicz
Hello. As I can see, house prices per square foot are much cheaper than in Europe. Why do Americans rent a house cheaply? Why is this so much homelessness? I can see that the prices are only 50% higher than Poland.
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usa house prices and rent by Adam Sienkiewicz
Hello. As I can see, house prices per square foot are much cheaper than in Europe. Why do Americans rent a house cheaply? Why is this so much homelessness? I can see that the prices are only 50% higher than Poland.
Let's say you want to buy a house on the outskirts of Dallas. The house itself with the ground floor is 70 square meters. No garageThis is getting ridiculous. There is no 70 sq meter house within the perimeter of DFW unless it is a carriage ... Read More
usa house prices and rent by Adam Sienkiewicz
Hello. As I can see, house prices per square foot are much cheaper than in Europe. Why do Americans rent a house cheaply? Why is this so much homelessness? I can see that the prices are only 50% higher than Poland.
You provide the calculation, for example: how do I have $ 500 monthly installments with a 20-year loan. A house worth $ 120,000.Sounds like a garage. Read More
usa house prices and rent by Adam Sienkiewicz
Hello. As I can see, house prices per square foot are much cheaper than in Europe. Why do Americans rent a house cheaply? Why is this so much homelessness? I can see that the prices are only 50% higher than Poland.
It is very hard to get a mortgage in the USA?Not really if you have perfect credit, good and stable income, understand clawing costs and recurring costs associated with home ownership. Read More
Finding a job in the USA during the pandemic by Diksha
Hi everyone, Looking for a job in the USA is not something you can take lightly, especially now. If you found a new job in the USA during the pandemic or if you are currently searching for one, we would like to know how it went. How did you go ...
Partner as in married spouse - work permit depends on your visa Partner as in cohabitating - B2 and no work permit Read More
Living in North Carolina by GuestPoster987
We will be immigrating soon, so looking at places to live. We are looking for a house close to Charlotte. In a low-crime area. Do you have any suggestions?
You check into an extended stay hotel, get vehicles, find jobs, find a rental, get to k ow the area then start house shopping. Budget, needs, ... It drives the search. Read More
Pilot license & Life in Boston/Cambridge area by said3434
Hello everyone ! My name is Said I'm 27 French and Moroccan. I'm moving in Boston very soon ( September 2021) for a one year at Harvard. I have few questions if anyone can help me: - I'm currently doing a pilot license in France and ...
FAA.gov is your friend "foreign pilot certification". Ask if you have specific questions. I do not understand your question about the weather. Read More
How are you expats dealing with the heatwave in the US?
It is too cool and wet in most of Oklahoma. Will folks ever figure out that there is no "US" when it comes to most things. Read More
What US state is best for me to start? by AnaM93
Hi, I'm 28, I have a bachelor degree, but I'm not specialised in anything. I'm thinking about coming to us for study reasons (a master or something like that). What state do you think it's best for me? I do not have a driving ...
Thank you Oceanbeach, you're totally right. There are universities almost everywhere, but I still don't know well in what I could specialize. I was only wondering if I can find a job from here, but I don't know what job I can look for ... Read More
What US state is best for me to start? by AnaM93
Hi, I'm 28, I have a bachelor degree, but I'm not specialised in anything. I'm thinking about coming to us for study reasons (a master or something like that). What state do you think it's best for me? I do not have a driving ...
I can summarize 3 things I would seek: fun and possibility to meet people and make friendships, the sea to be nearby, good job opportunities but not the top, because I'm not at a top level (I don't have any work experience, out of shop ... Read More
What US state is best for me to start? by AnaM93
Hi, I'm 28, I have a bachelor degree, but I'm not specialised in anything. I'm thinking about coming to us for study reasons (a master or something like that). What state do you think it's best for me? I do not have a driving ...
Because if *the sea* is not a deal breaker, I would suggest living in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains near Denver, Colorado.As she's Italian, the sea is definitely a deal breaker. . :)Have you been to Northern Italy? Read More
Being accompanied by a license holder to go to the DMV - California by sophiebianchi
Hi all, My husband and I are in the process of obtaining our driving licenses here in California. We both have foreign licenses already (British and French), and my husband has an IDP. We have passed our written test and got it, we now have ...
Give me a US state which accepts an international driver's license as driver's license. It is a translation. Read More
Being accompanied by a license holder to go to the DMV - California by sophiebianchi
Hi all, My husband and I are in the process of obtaining our driving licenses here in California. We both have foreign licenses already (British and French), and my husband has an IDP. We have passed our written test and got it, we now have ...
Please give a US state which recognizes an IDP as driver's license? It is basically a translation.Washington, Idaho, Montana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Virginia, Connecticut, and Vermont recognise IDP. Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, ... Read More
recovery houses in Austin Tx by Patience T
Hello I'm thinking about opening a post op recovery house and want to get some advice on how to open one. Needing to know the ends and outs . i live in another city and will hire locals there to run the recovery , can someone please help answer ...
You post this on a regular basis. Read More
Sponsoring a parent to live in the USA by shadeey
Hi - I would really appreciate some advice on how to bring my mother to live with us in the United States. We are Green Card holders currently living and working in Austin, Texas. My mother is 73 years old and would like to move to the US from the ...
Us is.gov, Greencard family, yes you can adjust your status to citizen while she us in the holding pattern for visa eligibility parent Greencard holder and move her petition to immediate availability. Read More
Moving to Florida as a 22 year old by epharr6
Hi! I am currently living in Texas and really want to move to Florida. I’m looking to move in early August of this year but I’m unsure of where exactly to look. My field of work is as an apartment leasing consultant and real estate and I ...
This is an emigration forum. Read More
What kind of company car by GuestPoster9724
Hi guys! I will move to Minneapolis for the next three years as a Sales engineer and my company will support me with a company car, respectivly with a „leasing-special payment“. I will meet customers with that car and do business trips ...
Why do you not test drive and consider your useage, gas mileage and company policy before making a decision. Read the leasing contract with a fine comb as most have mileage limits which will bring you into the x dollar per mile over the limit zone. Read More
Bilingual preschool/school by natalyderets
Hi I’ Natalia, come from Ukraine and plan to move to NJ once my spouse gets Visa. Our daughter is 5 and we’re looking for a good daycare or kindergarten, bilingual at first I guess for her to learn English. We don’t know ...
At five now she is probably too old for kindergarten by the time you are in NJ. Google school districts which are often by city or county and contact the admissions department. A lot of public schools offer individual training and have non native ... Read More
USA: National Apostille, Inc by Inubia
worth the price (at least $100 per page)? or should I just go straight to Department of State? thanks,
If you have a question post it. Crystal ball is broken. Read More
USA: National Apostille, Inc by Inubia
worth the price (at least $100 per page)? or should I just go straight to Department of State? thanks,
Who asks for 100/page and for what document? Read More
Cross border travel by Seany213
Hi all, I have a b1/b2 visa does anyone know if after being in US for 6 month's can you drive over to canada for say 2-3 month's then come back to US without a problem? this trip would be in an RV Thanks Sean.
Incorrect Ciambella - the duration of the I94 is up to the discretion of the immigration officer at point of entry. Read More
Cross border travel by Seany213
Hi all, I have a b1/b2 visa does anyone know if after being in US for 6 month's can you drive over to canada for say 2-3 month's then come back to US without a problem? this trip would be in an RV Thanks Sean.
Nothing in there thats helps but ThanksCBP.gov. Help article 751 Read More
Cross border travel by Seany213
Hi all, I have a b1/b2 visa does anyone know if after being in US for 6 month's can you drive over to canada for say 2-3 month's then come back to US without a problem? this trip would be in an RV Thanks Sean.
Exit/entry to/from continents states does not reset the clock for VWP/B1/2. Read More
Cross border travel by Seany213
Hi all, I have a b1/b2 visa does anyone know if after being in US for 6 month's can you drive over to canada for say 2-3 month's then come back to US without a problem? this trip would be in an RV Thanks Sean.
A visa to the US does not authorize you for entry to CAN. Read More
lifestyle questions by klind65
Hello I was wondering about these on KAUAI; Can you get around on a bicycle (to shops), not a lot of hills? and not live with a car there? Are there many sources for unsprayed bio/organic fruits there? Is the water warm enough to swim in all ...
For questions like this your best friend is Google. Unless you are a US citizen or spouse - check into travel restrictions and visas. Read More
How is COVID-19 in USA? by Rodrigoherqdoq
COVID-19 is much serious. How is COVID-19 in USA?
Please tell that the families of 690 dead folks. Read More
apply for US Citizenship by leviwill
Hi, I want to apply for US Citizenship through marriage please guide me
This is at least a three step process. Do you have a spouse who is a US Citizen or Permanent Resident, and whose permanent residence is in the United States? If not, you won't be able to do it. If so, the first step is for your spouse to ... Read More
apply for US Citizenship by leviwill
Hi, I want to apply for US Citizenship through marriage please guide me
It's so easy compared to the immigration process. The Civics Exam is very simple. You are given, in English, 10 verbal questions, that is also your English interview. No one can enter this test with you, you are alone. You have to answer 7 ... Read More
A future for my daughters by Francotasca1973
Hi my name is Franco, I am 47 years old and I am a widower with 2 girls aged 11 and 9 we would be interested in moving to Texas or North Carolina to start a new life. I have a degree in economics and commerce. I would like to know if I would find it ...
Are you a US citizen or do you have job and visa and can enter the US? Otherwise why do you want a rent a house in College Station? Read More
Healthcare Insurance by Mickymoo1
I'm looking to move to Washington State and will be getting married to a US citizen, I will need to get some health insurance, I am 66 years of age, no illness or conditions and will have sufficient income/pensions to support us/myself
Easiest solution - your spouse adds you to her policy. Otherwise contact a local broker and have him/her do your legwork to find the best insurance and policy for your needs. Read More
COVID-19 Exposure Tracking/Logging by Ciambella
Repost from information shared by [b]Cynic[/b], UK & Netherlands Expert: Last week, a worldwide update was applied to all Android and iPhones. Basically, a COVID-19 exposure tracking/logging is added to our phones. If you have an Android ...
The app is supposed to let you know if there's a chance that you encounter the virus. It may help if you live in an at risk country where social distancing and preventive measures are not enforced. It sounds good in theory but yes, it's ... Read More
The lessons of the crisis in the USA by Loïc
Hello everyone, While there is still a certain amount of uncertainty in our lives, the situation seems to be beginning to change in the USA and globally. We have had to show courage, tenacity and even ingenuity in many areas, in the way we work, ...
Used to? Enough cat food, wine and Netflix and all is well. On a serious note - we did our quarterly stocking up the week before the shut downs, SO is now also teleworking. Longer hours for both of us and our whiskered office assistants. Read More
Is Dual Citizenship allowed for the USA? by wmorg
I am a Namibian Citizen. I have been in the USA since 1999. I am married to a US Citizen, and I have my Green Card (Permanent Resident). I have renewed my Green Card once already, and it is valid till sometime in 2024. I am planning on becoming a ...
It has been handled on a "do not tell" basis in the past. You have to swear an oath of allegiance. Can you do that knowing that you have broken it before swearing it? Read More
Moving To USA from UK by DMarwick
Hi, This looks like a great forum. I was hoping someone could help. Me and my wife are looking to move to USA from the UK. We haven't really thought greatly about where as of yet as i guess it will all depend on job and opportunities ...
Uscis.gov and travel.state.gov are the official sites and go into detail about US immigration from soup to nuts, from forms to fees. Read More
How to find a U.S.-licensed trademark attorney?
Martindale.com is a good and easily searchable source. Read More
Me and my partner are looking to move to the USA by Mitchelstone
Hi all, Was just wondering if anyone can be of any help. Me and my long term girlfriend are looking to move to the US from the UK. Would like some help from both US citizens and Expats We are looking to live just outside a city (suburbs) and are ...
uscis.gov is the official site and goes into detail for all visa options and respective requirements. Read More
How to cope with stress and anxiety in the USA ? by Loïc
Hello everyone, The Covid19 has forced the USA to close their borders and quarantine their residents. As the situation in the USA may be getting more and more worrying, the atmosphere can be tense and stressful. This is why we invite you to ...
No quarantine here, everything essential from beauty shops to liquor stores are open. Read More
Trump New Executive Order to temporarily limit legal immigration by vndreamer
For those who are in the immigration process to enter the USA, you might want to do some research on the new executive order. I don't like posting links, but this might help you get ...
Sorry, humor is not allowed here. :mad: :joking:This thread has enough humor to be considered a bad comedy. Where is the link to the official and signed Executive Order? Spouses entering the US without Green Card and the disclaimer "I think ... Read More
Trump New Executive Order to temporarily limit legal immigration by vndreamer
For those who are in the immigration process to enter the USA, you might want to do some research on the new executive order. I don't like posting links, but this might help you get ...
News clippings are the best way to keep the confused uninformed. Read More
Tax return form help by matfren
Hi all, I'm new to this, so I could use any available help. I'm a US citizen living in Greece since from the age of 5 and I'm thinking of moving back to the USA, to be more specific, California. I am married to a citizen outside the US, ...
IRS.gov is the official site handling taxation. Google expat taxes. You will need the three most recent years income tax filings for your wife's petition. Uscis.gov walks you through the visa process for your spouse. You are currently looking at ... Read More
Moving to Florida....finding a job
What is a safeguarding manager for a supply teaching company? Thank you. Read More
What was Governor Fred Cuomo thinking? by Enzyte Bob
Many states close to New York are watching for cars with New York license plates. Wanting those New Yorkers to be quarantined. Now Governor Fredo Cuomo of New York wants to sue those states.
The European measures you just stated has been practiced early on - with some states more prepared than others. California (my state) is very prepared with all the equipments needed and has given ventilators to other states. Supply of medical masks ... Read More
What was Governor Fred Cuomo thinking? by Enzyte Bob
Many states close to New York are watching for cars with New York license plates. Wanting those New Yorkers to be quarantined. Now Governor Fredo Cuomo of New York wants to sue those states.
Tom those were and are restrictions upon issuance of visas. Do you want to go into Greece, Turkey and Hungary now? Read More
What was Governor Fred Cuomo thinking? by Enzyte Bob
Many states close to New York are watching for cars with New York license plates. Wanting those New Yorkers to be quarantined. Now Governor Fredo Cuomo of New York wants to sue those states.
No, you are wrong. The measures taken against Covid -19 are public safety ones which can always be done; these are not ongoing State laws which your quote refers to. If a State passed a law saying that say cars from a neighboring state could not be ... Read More
'Napa Valley' Vineyards - California
That is all fine and dandy but CA is under basic lock down Read More
getting an F1 Visa from the UK with an expunged criminal record? by SAMPYYY
Hi there. I hold Hong Kong and United Kingdom passports. I am thinking about applying to USA universities from the UK. I previously applied from Hong Kong in 2017 and was accepted by several schools, however, I was arrested for drug possession ...
All is as well as one can expect in the Corona situation. Just bunkered down at home in Stuttgart, contemplating how the bills will get paid if it drags on into the summer.Cat food, wine and toilet paper and enough to share if necessary. Panik ... Read More
Following your life partner in the USA by Loïc
Hi everyone, If love can move mountains, it also makes people move abroad, in countries such as USA. Following your life partner in a country with different customs and rules is an act of absolute trust and may require a period of ...
US immigration considers marriage only. Read More
getting an F1 Visa from the UK with an expunged criminal record? by SAMPYYY
Hi there. I hold Hong Kong and United Kingdom passports. I am thinking about applying to USA universities from the UK. I previously applied from Hong Kong in 2017 and was accepted by several schools, however, I was arrested for drug possession ...
High jacking a thread - is all well in your world Tom? Read More
Immigration to USA (marrying a US citizen) by LeoLoops79
Hello :) I’m new to this forum, please excuse my ignorance on most matters!! I’m looking for advice and knowledge on the visa/immigration process. I’m a British citizen, and my partner is American. We both currently reside in ...
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2020/visa-bulletin-for-february-2020.html Visa processing times and availability for children/family members. Bulletin gets updated every month. There is no "we". ... Read More
Immigration to USA (marrying a US citizen) by LeoLoops79
Hello :) I’m new to this forum, please excuse my ignorance on most matters!! I’m looking for advice and knowledge on the visa/immigration process. I’m a British citizen, and my partner is American. We both currently reside in ...
Please do not use what you find on the Internet. There are two official sites which are interlinked. Uscis.gov and travel.state.gov. You do not have time for K1 if you plan on bringing both children to the US. ... Read More
getting an F1 Visa from the UK with an expunged criminal record? by SAMPYYY
Hi there. I hold Hong Kong and United Kingdom passports. I am thinking about applying to USA universities from the UK. I previously applied from Hong Kong in 2017 and was accepted by several schools, however, I was arrested for drug possession ...
The questions read "have you been ....". Read More
401k early withdrawal by Bernard_
Hello, I lived in the us for 7 years and had a 401k with my employer. I kept this 401k when I moved out of the US. Recently, my employer has been bought and discountinued the 401k so I had to withdraw all the mo,ney in it. (Leaving abroad and being ...
I am not an accountant/ CPA. As far as I understand it you have to file and you may be able to get all or some back depending on your home country. Read More
Cost of Living in the USA in 2020 by Loïc
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in the USA to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
The US is too diverse to say this is what it costs. Individual needs vary too much. We moved to OK from TX four years ago. 3k allows a fairly pleasant life and about 300 of that goes to our two cats. Real estate tax, car/house insurances run about ... Read More
Cost of Living in the USA in 2020 by Loïc
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in the USA to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
sofiaa123 you pay 900k health insurance premiums and have a 400 deductible per visit and your company offers great benefits? It may be time to revisit the medical plan options and your understanding of them. Grand Canyon and excursions on a Fourth ... Read More
Cost of Living in the USA in 2020 by Loïc
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in the USA to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
Manuela1234 I see your post as nothing but a rant. It is easily possible for a small family to live and enjoy life and get an education under 100k. What keeps you in the US? Read More
401k early withdrawal by Bernard_
Hello, I lived in the us for 7 years and had a 401k with my employer. I kept this 401k when I moved out of the US. Recently, my employer has been bought and discountinued the 401k so I had to withdraw all the mo,ney in it. (Leaving abroad and being ...
I have not come across a waiver for 10% early withdrawal. Read More
Job opportunities in the US by paulinadaciuk
Hi everyone, my name's Paulina and I'm a senior high school student in Argentina. My goal in life is to be able to work in the USA and I was wondering if you guys could help me pick a major that will allow me to work legally in the ...
Medical professions require US license/certification. Considering OP's range of career wishes research into professional future is in the early stages. Maybe an exchange year or aupair might be a good start. Read More
US Car insurance, now living in Germany by lespaul00
Hello everyone! My wife and I moved from Houston, TX USA to Mannheim, Germany earlier this year - it's been great so far! I am on a 4 year assignment for work, then we will move back (somewhere) in the US. So, we still own our home in ...
Car insurance is generally tied to the VIN. Your parents should check with their carrier about occasional driver coverage. You can always add to the standard rental coverage. Your home owner's does not cover tenants and tenant damages. Please ... Read More
Adopting a pet in the USA
If formalities coming to the US put you off what do you do when you leave the US? Read More
Custody and visa
Double check the divorce papers!!!!! Travel.state.gov walks you through K1 step by step including minor children. Read More
USA passport holder by Libra1984
Good day all. Anyone can advice if a US passport holder going to work in USA for the first travel from Philippines, and the family is living here, What are required documents during the travel? The mother is Filipina and father is American, only ...
What does a personal experience with a US embassy employee 25 years ago have to do with with are the legal requirements for a Phillipino citizen to exit and enter the country. US embassies authorize marriages? Read More
I-130 process duration
Your other posts states that you are a sibling of a US citizen. Please read my answer - F4 petitions from 2007 are currently being processed. ... Read More
US Work Permit
F4 processing is at filing dates 02/2007 so a lot can change. Currently once a Green Card is issued and activated the holder is free to seek employment. See uscis.gov. Read More
USA passport holder by Libra1984
Good day all. Anyone can advice if a US passport holder going to work in USA for the first travel from Philippines, and the family is living here, What are required documents during the travel? The mother is Filipina and father is American, only ...
Speaking of personal experience - you are incorrect. You do not walk into a US embassy with immigration questions. Even getting an info pass is a procedure. You get directed to a call center and techs handling calls are not well trained. Read More
USA passport holder by Libra1984
Good day all. Anyone can advice if a US passport holder going to work in USA for the first travel from Philippines, and the family is living here, What are required documents during the travel? The mother is Filipina and father is American, only ...
The question is not how does your wife do it but what is the law. I have a friend who lived in a European country with a US passport and travels within the EU frequently. Has no health insurance. It has worked for her so far. Legal? Absolutely ... Read More
USA passport holder by Libra1984
Good day all. Anyone can advice if a US passport holder going to work in USA for the first travel from Philippines, and the family is living here, What are required documents during the travel? The mother is Filipina and father is American, only ...
Interesting. Does she get hassled or delayed? The thing is that one cannot refuse entry for a citizen. If they don’t have a valid passport then they usually get no punishment in most countries but then have a hassle of verifying who they are ... Read More
Am I too old to move? by Forres_mech
Hi Everyone, I lived in the US from the late 90's to 2004 on an L-1 visa with my family. Unfortunately, I divorced in 2004 and left the US a couple of years later. My ex-wife and kids stayed on and have lived there ever since. My kids who are ...
Your wife will tag along. Considering processing times it will be around 12-18 months. You will not be eligible for government programs as Green Card holders and Social Security/Medicare is tied into employment. Without checking it is somewhere ... Read More
USA passport holder by Libra1984
Good day all. Anyone can advice if a US passport holder going to work in USA for the first travel from Philippines, and the family is living here, What are required documents during the travel? The mother is Filipina and father is American, only ...
Do the Phillipines require citizens to exit and enter with a Phillipine passport? Read More
E-2 under nationality that wasn't used when I entered US
What status do you want to change? E2 goes through an approval process at the US consulate in country of origin. Uscis.gov is the official US site. Read More
E-2 under nationality that wasn't used when I entered US
You cannot adjust status from visitor visa country A to investor visa country B. B1/B2 allows up to 180 consecutive days of stay in the US no matter how long the visa itself is valid. You can apply with a valid B1/B2 in the country you are claiming. Read More
British Expat having a baby in the US
Congratulations! Get several notarized copies of the birth certificate please. You need to register the birth at the UK Embassy and apply for a passport. You need to apply for a US passport as well. US citizen exits/enters the US with the US ... Read More
Research and preparation by Stacie Ashotyan
Hello, I'm a US citizen, although I've never resided within the US. I was born and raised in the middle east, more specifically in Israel. My husband and I (he is not American, but has a 10 year tourist visa) are considering to move to ...
Next year is very optimistic for a target date. Have you filed your US tax returns? Do you have enough financial back up for your husband to self sponsor his Affidavit of Support? Travel.state.gov goes into details from soup to,nuts from forms to ... Read More
Well-wishers in USA to help my dream come true
Getting snarky after not getting the answers you want after posting on a public forum - how will you make it through a potential hiring process in the USA not to mention deal with the visa process? USA uscis.gov is the official site for ... Read More
New expat in Macon, GA looking to make new friends :D by ValAtkinson
Hi All, My name is Valerie and I'm a Regional Recruitment Director from Malaysia but will eventually be moving to Georgia, USA. I'm currently waiting on my Alien Relative Petition to be approved by the USA Government before moving to the ...
There are no "tricks" when it comes to migration. You find the process, soup to nuts or forms to fees, on uscis.gov including processing times. Double and triple check your petitions and attachments, copy everything. Macon is a college ... Read More
Christmas Presents? by jamescole
That time of year again...and I kind of hate it. With very few exceptions I hate trying to think of something actually useful to give some of the family members. We've all been very fortunate and have more than we need and most of what we ...
If it is for you about exchanging gifts dollar for dollar you are missing the purpose. Also when it is too much effort to come up with something special for that special person or family member. We are also members of the "have everything ... Read More
Moving to Pennsylvania with teenagers
Set your browser on English. Pull up Google maps and take a look at your husband's work location and commute to the suburbs. An hour one way is nothing unusual. You can always homeschool if you are too nervous to send your children to school. ... Read More
Expat interest in politics in the USA by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in the USA is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
Every country has its own rules on if and how an expat can vote. Green Card holders can vote in some local elections. I never researched the options for holders of other visas. Personally I do not care for biased political discussions rehashing ... Read More
Becoming a french teacher
Start by contacting Texas Board of Education. Read More