It all starts with a dream, an aspiration, a need to
change your life, a leap of faith. A day or two after you have lended on
US ground, reality strikes and things need to be done!
Here is a friendly guide.
Moving to a new country can be exciting, but it is also a time of major
adjustments. Here are tips on dealing with "culture shock"
and information about the culture in the United States.
Here is information about our educational system, whether you have children
who will be starting in a new school, or whether you are interested
in taking classes yourself.
Learn about how our banking system works, including the different types
of bank accounts, how ATM cards work, and information on interest rates
and investments.
Learn about our transportation system, and about driving in the United
States. Here is information on how to get a driver's license, and tips
on leasing or buying a new car.
Healthcare in the United States is different from that in many countries.
Here we discuss how to obtain healthcare, common types of insurance, and
tips on staying healthy.
Learn why you need a social security card, information on how to get
it, and how social security in the United States works.
Learn why you need a social security card, information on how to get
it, and how social security in the United States works.
Finding a place for you and/or your family to live can be a challenge.
Here we discuss renting an apartment or a house and how it is done in
the United States, important words to know, and information on finding
and buying a house.
There are a lot of fun things to do in your new country, and here is
a beginning guide to some of the leisure time activities available to
you. Whether you want to visit a mall, go out to eat with friends, or
visit a club, here is information that can help you.
