Hello everyone,
Just moving from Canada.
I have been offered a job in NJ for 190k and another one in TN for 100K. So nearly the double and I want to make sure I am making the best move for my first job in the US.
We are a single income family no kids but planning to. Also considering selling my house in Canada and buy in the US.
How far does 190k stretch in NJ if one wants to buy? Is it a good opportunity? My wife will not be working.
That might be a stupid question, considering that I’m still in high school, but I need advice (especially from other Europeans who have moved to the US). Is my goal of moving there when I grow up realistic? For now I’m planning on studying Computer science in university. I don’t want to be overestimating my abilities, but I’d say I’m doing quite well in Maths and English. I realise I have a long way to go until I’m financially independent and I’m gonna need a bachelors degree and work experience (at the very least but probably even more 🥲) in order to accomplish my goal.
I've always though about moving away, my family and friends said Germany is the best option because literally everyone from the Balkans moves to Germany or Austria. Im going to high school here next year and i want to go to university in usa. Because im still in Middle School ive got a lot of years ahead. So i should go to university in 2031. What are the best 4 year universities and how the heck am i going to pay the bill?
Hello, I’m not sure if this is the right place to ask, but I would greatly appreciate any advice or direction.
I’m a recent Bachelor’s graduate in Graphic Design from Baku, Azerbaijan, and I’m currently exploring legitimate opportunities to relocate to the United States. Moving to the U.S. has been a long-term goal of mine for the past five years, and I’ve spent considerable time learning about American society, culture, education, and professional life.
Academically, I have an overall IELTS score of 8.0 and a GPA of 87/100. I consider myself highly disciplined, adaptable, hardworking, and willing to start from the ground up. I’m comfortable with demanding work, learning new skills, and taking on responsibilities outside my original field of study.
I’m particularly interested in programs, employers, internships, apprenticeships, volunteer opportunities, or other legal pathways that could help someone with my background establish themselves in the U.S. I’m not necessarily looking for an easy route—I’m willing to work hard and build my way up from an entry-level position if that is what it takes.
If anyone knows of legitimate programs, organizations, employers, or immigration pathways that may be suitable for someone in my situation, I would sincerely appreciate being pointed in the right direction.
Hello, i am planning to start pest control business in US. Please can you guide me which state will be better and high demand of pest control ? Thanks
21F London → NYC or LA? Just out of a breakup, have a US passport + £13k, bottle girl experience + fashion degree… where should I go and what should I actually do?
Hey everyone,
I’m 21F, currently living in London, and I’m craving a complete reset. Just went through a breakup and I’m done with the same city, same people, same routine. I want a proper new chapter in a new city — ideally somewhere I can make friends easily, go out a lot, and actually build something for myself.
A few key things about me:
• I’m very spontaneous and social. I love nightlife and meeting people.
• I have experience as a bottle girl in nightclubs in London (so I’m comfortable in that high-energy, late-night environment and know how to work a room).
• I studied fashion and genuinely love it, but I have zero real industry work experience. I’m open to starting at the bottom (retail, styling assistant, showroom, events, etc.) or staying in nightlife for a while to fund myself.
• I have a US passport through my dad, so I can live and work in the States with no visa issues.
• Savings: around £13,000 (roughly $16–17k depending on exchange). Not a fortune, but enough for a few months of runway if I’m careful.
I’m mainly torn between New York and Los Angeles, but I’m open to strong arguments for either (or even other US cities if they make more sense for someone in my position).
What I’m looking for:
• A city where it’s relatively easy to make friends as a new 21-year-old
• Good nightlife / social scene
• Realistic entry-level job options (nightlife, fashion-adjacent, or anything that pays the bills while I figure out the fashion side)
• Somewhere that feels exciting and different from London
I’d love advice on:
Hi everyone! I’m posting on behalf of my mother, who is a civil engineer from Greece and is trying to move to the US for work.
She has 30 years of experience, has worked on major projects, and has two Master’s degrees, including one focused on seismic engineering/studies. She has recently started the process of getting her qualifications/certifications and willing to get licensed recognized in the US.
She has applied through LinkedIn, Indeed, Migrate Mate, etc., but so far hasn’t had much luck finding employers willing to sponsor a visa. She received interest from one company, but they required US certification first. Interestingly, she has received more interest from government/public-sector organizations than private companies.
She has a very long professional background and has worked on major projects, so we feel that her biggest obstacles are probably getting her qualifications recognized and finding an employer willing to deal with the immigration/sponsorship side, rather than lack of experience. Though she is fine and knows she might start as an Entry-Level.
If anyone here is an internationally trained civil/structural engineer who successfully moved to the US, or if you work in engineering recruiting/HR and have experience with visa sponsorship, I would really appreciate hearing about your experience.
I’m currently in the US on an F-1, so I’m trying to help her from here. I’m wondering if anyone has advice on what else we could do — for example, contacting engineering recruiters, Greek-American professional communities, companies with offices in both Greece and the US, or approaching firms directly.
Has anyone here gone through something similar as an internationally trained civil/structural engineer? What worked for you, and where would you recommend we look?
Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Hey everyone!! I know I can do so much research (and have) but I figured it’s a bit easier for me to ask people with personal experience. My boyfriend (25) lives in east Germany. We’ve been together for almost two years and originally the plan was for me to move in with him in Germany. After recent discussions, he is really afraid I’ll lose my spark here and I won’t be happy. And he loved his year abroad in America and wants to move there instead. He’s a teacher, however right now he’s doing electrical work. I know work visas are $100,000 right now and I don’t know where to search for teacher related jobs that sponsor visas. He could do the college route but no one including me has enough money for the financial support part. We would live in Northeast Ohio, I have my own place and a steady job. A lot of the nearby colleges don’t have scholarships or any support financial wise for him. I’m not sure what to do, as I’d be fine with moving to him but I know he doesn’t want to stay in Germany.
Hi everyone, I’m looking for advice from people who have recently gone through F2A/IR consular processing from India.
My situation:
- My girlfriend is expected to receive her US Green Card in September 2026.
- I currently live in India.
- We plan to marry around late 2026.
- After marriage, she can file I-130 for me under F2A.
- If she later becomes a US citizen, my case could potentially convert from F2A to Immediate Relative (IR).
I’m confused about whether I should:
Option 1: Marry and file F2A immediately, then continue with F2A/consular processing.
Option 2: Wait until she becomes a US citizen and proceed as IR.
Current F2A timelines seem to vary significantly, especially for applicants in India.
Questions:
What is the realistic current timeline for F2A consular processing from India (I-130 → NVC → interview → US entry)?
If we file F2A and she later naturalizes, how smoothly does the F2A → IR conversion happen?
Does filing F2A now give me any significant advantage compared with waiting?
Would really appreciate experiences from people who have actually gone through F2A from India recently.
I’m 22F, born & bought up in India. I’ve been working for about 4 years in corporate & thinking of moving to the US. I see the online anti-Indian hate & gun violence cases that keep coming in the news. Also saw a bunch of posts stating Indians shouldn’t move to the US, irrespective of the city. I looked up NY, Texas, CA, LA - pretty much all of it is seemingly “unsafe for Indians” atp — got quite scared ngl
i was hoping some of the indian folks living in the US could help me with the true picture and I’d love any advice you may have on this
I’m not sure what subreddit to post this in but here’s a brief description of my situation.
I’m 20, I’m Canadian, and I have a boyfriend in the United States. Visiting him once a month is super costly. I’m looking to study in his state, do my best in school and earn a degree for a NAFTA profession. This way, I can have a chance at living my life closer to him. I will study exclusively online for my first year. The process has begun and I am now registering for classes.
The problem is:
They have my reason for visiting the US on file. If I try to get a student visa, I think I may get denied out of suspicion that I intend to stay in the U.S illegally to be with him. Should I get an immigration lawyer? I fully intend to take a legal pathway to immigration, even though it will be a long journey.
I’m seeing him again in three weeks. I plan to stay for a month this time. Is this a bad idea? Should I make my trip shorter? I don’t want to financially commit to a degree that won’t work out due to border scrutiny. Looking for advice from people who have experience with US border agents.
I don’t know if this is the right place to share my story, but I hope someone will take a few minutes to read it.
Since I was old enough to understand what America was, I have dreamed of going there someday. It has been a dream in my heart for many years—not because I think America is a perfect place, but because I’ve always believed that with hard work, determination, and the right opportunity, I could build a better future for myself.
I am 34 years old now. I am originally from Bangladesh, and currently I am working as an expatriate in Kuwait. I work hard and try to support myself, but unfortunately, I don’t have the financial ability to simply pay for an expensive immigration process or move to America on my own.
Sometimes I wonder if I am already too old to make this dream come true.
I am not asking anyone to break the law or give me something for free. I am only hoping that someone who knows the legal immigration system, employers who sponsor foreign workers, or possible opportunities in the U.S. might be willing to guide me.
I am willing to work hard. I am willing to start from the bottom. I would consider honest work such as cleaning, housekeeping, warehouse work, general labor, or other jobs where a foreign worker can legally be sponsored.
America has been a dream of mine since childhood. I know dreams are not always easy to achieve, but I still don’t want to give up without trying.
Do you think someone like me still has a realistic, legal path to the United States?
If you know of any legitimate opportunity, employer, immigration pathway, or simply have advice from your own experience, I would be extremely grateful.
Thank you for reading my story. 🇺🇸❤️
Hi! I had a question about my situation and was hoping someone could help me understand what options we have.
I’m a Canadian hockey player and I’ll be going to the U.S. on a P-1 visa to play hockey. The team will be providing my housing and covering everything, so I won’t have a lease or housing in my name.
My partner is Canadian and currently works remotely for a Canadian company. We would like for her to come live with me in the U.S. for roughly 6 months while I’m playing there. She would continue working remotely for her Canadian employer and would be paid by the Canadian company.
I’m wondering what immigration status/visa would allow her to stay with me in the U.S. for that period while continuing to work remotely for her Canadian job. Does she need a specific visa or work authorization to do this, even though her employer and income are both Canadian?
Also, does the fact that I’m on a P-1 visa, that my housing is provided by the team, and that neither of us would have a lease or own property in the U.S. affect the situation?
I’m mainly trying to understand what the correct and legal option would be for her to live with me for approximately 6 months without putting either of us in a bad immigration or tax situation. Thank you!
Relocating from Canada to NY (west) soon and just confirmed that I won't be able to import my car due to it lacking a Tire Pressure Monitoring System. So I’m planning to sell it in Canada and buy a car once I arrive in New York.
Questions:
What are your top picks for a pre-owned, reliable AWD Hybrid or EV that holds up well in Upstate/West NY winters (lake-effect snow, freezing temps, road salt)?
Any tips or gotchas for someone buying/registering a used/pre-owned car in NY for the first time (dealership fees, sales tax quirks, winter prep packages)?
Thanks!
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Hello, I’m Dominican. I’d like to make friends, learn more about this platform, and talk openly about anything.
Has anyone applied for the US Diversity Visa Program? What's the application process like, etc.?
Sorry for the long post. I’m a US citizen who recently graduated this July with a BSc in Economics from a UK university. I’ve lived outside the US for the past 19 years and currently live in Bahrain.
My original plan was to get a graduate role in the UK, build a few years of experience, and eventually pursue a Master’s in the US before starting my career there. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to secure a UK grad role. As an international student, I found the market extremely competitive, with fewer opportunities and many employers reluctant to sponsor international graduates.
I’m now considering moving to the US and starting my career there. I have some experience in consulting/finance and data analytics, but limited professional experience overall.
At this stage, I’m not looking to be picky about the role. I’m willing to start wherever I can get my foot in the door, gain experience, and become financially independent. My thinking is to work for a few years, build my experience, and potentially pursue a Master’s in the US later once I have a clearer direction.
My main question is how I should approach finding that first opportunity in the US. I have citizenship and therefore don’t need sponsorship, but I have no US professional network and have never studied or worked there.
For anyone familiar with the US job market, where should I be looking, what roles/companies should I target, and what would you do in my position?
me (16F) is moving to america soon and i need tips as ive lived in the uk my whole life im gonna keep this short but anything helps (California or miami is where im going or nyc) :)!! (no im not answering questions on why im moving how and other stuff not ur business)
Hi All, I am a recent actuarial graduate from Liverpool Uni. I have an Irish passport, and am eligible for the J1 graduate visa for 12 months of work in the states. I really want to start my career in NYC specifically, and want to take advantage of the J1 eligibility that I currently have till May 2027. Does anyone have any tips or ideas on how I’d get started? Like do jobs become available at a certain time of the year?
I have actuarial exemptions, office work experience, and previous J1 experience as a summer job, as well as independent travel around APAC.
Any advice/tips/honest opinions would be really appreciated.