A Comprehensive Guide To Healthcare For Expats In The USA
Living abroad as an expatriate in the United States presents unique challenges, particularly when it comes to healthcare. The U.S. does not…
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Insurance Considerations And Solutions For US Expats In 2024 – 2024 US Expat Finance Conference
As part of the 2024 US Expat Finance Conference, David Tompkins from Expat Financial delivered an insightful session on insurance considerations and…
Read more →The Most Popular And Affordable US Cities For Expatriate Homebuyers In 2024
The United States real estate market has always been a dynamic and evolving landscape, attracting not just domestic but also international buyers,…
Read more →What Do The 2024 US Elections Mean For Expats Moving To The USA?
As the 2024 elections approach, expats thinking about moving to the U.S. are keeping a close eye on how the results might…
Read more →Podcast #125 Recap: Understanding Health Insurance In The USA With Cigna Healthcare
When you’re moving abroad, one of the things at the top of your to-do list should be sorting out health insurance, especially…
Read more →Health Insurance Options For Expats In The USA
To find out more about health insurance options for expats in the USA, watch our podcast episode, ‘Understanding Health Insurance In The…
Read more →Continuous Learning: Enhancing Your Skills and Employability as an Expat in the U.S.
For expats in the U.S., the combination of a diverse work environment and the ever-evolving nature of industries makes it imperative to…
Read more →Making The Most Of The Land Of Opportunity-The Expat Guide To Starting A Business In The USA
The United States of America is globally renowned as a land of opportunity, especially in the entrepreneurial realm. Its reputation as an…
Read more →U.S. Medical Billing Demystified
Navigating the labyrinthine world of the U.S. healthcare system can be a daunting task, especially for expats accustomed to different healthcare models.…
Read more →Healthcare For Expats In The US
The United States of America (often referred to as the USA or the US) needs little introduction. From music and Hollywood to blue jeans and…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Washington DC
If you are thinking of moving to America’s capital city, Washington DC, what are your priorities going to be when it comes…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Texas
If you are thinking of moving to the Lone Star State, what are your priorities going to be when it comes to…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Santa Barbara
If you are contemplating a move to the ‘American Riviera’, you will find the Pacific Ocean on your doorstep and the Santa…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To San Francisco
If you are contemplating a move to the lovely old West Coast city of San Francisco, you may be wondering what you…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Portland
If you are contemplating a move to Portland, you will find that it is one of the most popular destinations in the…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To New York
If you are contemplating a move to New York, you are looking at relocating to one of the most vibrant and fascinating…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Miami
Florida is a popular destination among both US citizens and expats, and one of its greatest cities is Miami. With its famous…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Massachusetts
If you are contemplating a move to the Pilgrim State, you will find a densely populated, small state, with the Atlantic Ocean…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Los Angeles
If you are contemplating a move to the beautiful West Coast city of Los Angeles, you may be wondering what you will…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Illinois
If you are contemplating a move to the Prairie State, you will find three ‘C’s – corn, cold and Chicago. Illinois farmers…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Houston
If you are thinking of moving to the Texan city of Houston, the fourth largest city in the USA, what should your…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Florida
Florida is a popular destination among expats, particularly British retirees. Many people choose to retire there for the warm weather and the…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Denver
If you are thinking of moving to the ‘Mile High City’, then what do you need to know about your destination? Denver…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Colorado
If you are thinking of moving to the lovely state of Colorado, then what are your priorities going to be when it…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Chicago
If you are thinking of moving to the ‘Windy City’, then what are your priorities going to be when it comes to…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To California
California is one of the jewels in America’s crown and a popular state among expats looking to relocate. However, moving there is…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Boston
If you are contemplating a move to the New England city of Boston, what will your priorities be when it comes to…
Read more →10 Things Expats Need To Know When Moving To Austin
If you are thinking of moving to the Texan city of Austin, what are your priorities going to be when it comes…
Read more →What Quality Of Healthcare Can You Expect In The USA?
Whether you are already living in America or are planning to make the move, you will no doubt need to consider your…
Read more →Prescriptions In The USA: What Is Available And How To Ensure You Get The Right Level Of Care
If you’re travelling to the United States for a short period of time, you may not be worried about obtaining medication. On…
Read more →Maternity Care In The USA: What The Options Are And How To Decide On A Birth Plan
If you’re planning to give birth in America, it’s important to do your research ahead of time. Healthcare in the country is…
Read more →How To Register With The Health System In The USA
If you’re planning on moving to the United States of America, then having health insurance there is an absolute must. Here’s everything…
Read more →How To Open A Bank Account In The USA
Some of the largest banks in the United States of America (USA) include JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, and…
Read more →How To Rent Or Buy Property In The USA
If you’re looking to relocate to the United States, then you’ll need to consider your accommodation options. This article will take you…
Read more →How To Apply For A Visa In The USA
Foreigners who are nationals from any of the 38 visa waiver countries can enter the United States for tourism or business purposes,…
Read more →How To Find A Job In The US
With many varying landscapes, including sparse countryside and some of the world’s most vibrant cities, the US offers something for everyone. However,…
Read more →Why Is Miami Beach Such A Popular Expat Destination?
As we are coming to our real estate season that starts October to April, sales are setting record numbers, and the available…
Read more →How To Lease A Car As An Expat In The USA
America is known as the land of the automobile, and for anyone who has spent time in the States, the reasons for…
Read more →Expats In The USA: Recommended Books To Make Your Life Easier
Are you the process of setting up a new life in the USA, or finding your groove after a recent arrival? Not…
Read more →Moving From The UK To The US? Here’s What You Need To Know About Healthcare
If you’re moving from the UK to the USA, you will need to look carefully at issues surrounding healthcare. After all, you’ll…
Read more →Interview With Claude Koehl, Author, The American Way Of Life
Claude, you've recently written a book called The American Way of Life. Tell us about the book and its aims. The goal…
Read more →An Expat Guide To The Cost Of Living In San Jose
San Jose is situated on the southern shore of San Francisco Bay, in the centre of the Santa Clara Valley. The city…
Read more →How To Pass The American Citizenship Test
Citizenship tests are always a challenge, and the test for US citizenship has an especially tough reputation. But what does the American…
Read more →How The Proposed Changes To The American H-1B Visa Might Affect You
For skilled expats hoping to live and work in the United States, the H-1B visa has been an attractive option. However, since…
Read more →Healthcare In New York For Expats With Chronic Illnesses
If you’re living with a chronic illness, such as depression, asthma, diabetes or arthritis, you’ll know that your health requires careful and…
Read more →Expat Education In The USA
Considering your expat life in the USA? Expert education consultant Stephen Spriggs of William Clarence Education continues to guide us, via our…
Read more →Moving To A Tornado Zone In The USA? Read This First!
More than 1,200 tornadoes occur in the USA each year, a greater number than in any other country in the world. About…
Read more →What Will The Changes To The H1 Visa In The US Mean For You?
The Government of the United States has recently made several reforms to its immigration laws. Some of these changes are in relation…
Read more →Why The US Has The World’s Top Universities
How is it that the US seems to have the lion’s share of the world’s most prestigious universities? The QS World University…
Read more →USA – Recommended Social Media Accounts
At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to…
Read more →Interview With Jennifer Aquino, Author, The International Family Guide To US University Admissions
Jennifer, you've recently written a guide to US university admissions for expats. Tell us about the book and its aims. Yes! There…
Read more →A Guide To Fourth Of July Celebrations For Expats In The USA
The American Independence Day, or Declaration of Independence, is celebrated on the Fourth of July every year. It was on July 4,…
Read more →The Expat Tenant’s Guide To Renting Property In The USA
Renting a property is the most popular option for expats in the US, since it offers flexibility, but there are some basic…
Read more →Report: The US Cities That Attract The World’s Top Tech Talent
Expats looking for a tech job will benefit from knowing which are the 25 top-rated tech cities in the United States. Those…
Read more →How To Move To The USA With Your Pet
Moving abroad can sometimes bring with it a host of worries – from getting your paperwork sorted to planning your journey. If…
Read more →Studying in the US? Here’s What You Need To Know Before You Go
Every year, thousands of people travel to different destinations in the world for leisure, work and study. A vast majority of this…
Read more →A Guide To Banking In The US For British Expats
For any Brit seeking to open a bank account in the USA there will be much that is familiar about the process.…
Read more →An Expat Guide To Starting A Business In The US
When it comes to starting a business in the US, there are a lot of opportunities and a wealth of information available…
Read more →5 Fantastic Road Trips For Expats In The USA
There is so much to see, do and experience in the United States of America, and a road trip is an excellent…
Read more →Understanding Expat Healthcare In The US
The reputation and costs for the American healthcare system are known throughout the world and health premiums will not be cheap. That’s…
Read more →9 Ways To Save Money While Living In New York
There is always something to do in New York, and expats moving there will be spoilt for choice. From exotic restaurants that…
Read more →An Expat Guide To Tipping In The US
One of the most frequent questions expats in the United States find themselves asking is simple: Why am I expected to tip…
Read more →USA – Recommended Blogs
At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to…
Read more →How Living The American Dream Can Turn Into An Expat Nightmare
The American Dream, rooted in the Declaration of Independence, proclaims that all men have been created equal and have the right to…
Read more →An Expat Guide To The Cuisine In New Orleans And Five Restaurants You Should Try
New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, is also one of the culinary capitals of the United States. The city is nothing less…
Read more →Expats And The Election: A Selection Of Viewpoints
With over 8 millions expats living outside of America, the absentee votes cast in the 2016 Presidential election could make a large…
Read more →Why British Expats In The US Should Rethink Everything They Know About Corporate Culture
The US has a large immigrant population and British expats form a significant part of its diverse, multicultural society. It is known…
Read more →Moved To New York City? 9 Must-Have Experiences
The Big Apple is definitely one of the most interesting and lively places to live in. It almost buzzes with urban energy…
Read more →How To Open A Bank Account In The USA – A Guide For Expats
Opening a bank account is not always that straightforward when an expat moves to a new country, especially when the expat has…
Read more →Health Insurance In America? Read Our Jargon Buster For New Expats
Getting sick or injured in the United States can be painful, not just in terms of the ailment itself, but the hit…
Read more →Moving To An Earthquake Zone In The USA? Read This First
There are a lot of things that expats need to get used to when they move to a new country, and for…
Read more →Seven Magnificent US Waterfalls You Should Visit
Visiting the United States doesn’t always mean walking around the busy metropolis of New York or taking the kids for an exhilarating…
Read more →East Coast Or West Coast USA – Where Should You Move To?
America has drawn people from around the world for a long time. The Statute of Liberty invites the world to send, “your…
Read more →Ten Movies That Will Make You Want To Move To The USA
A love affair with a place often starts not with a visit to the location, but with seeing it on a movie…
Read more →Where Are The USA’s Best Golf Courses?
Golf may have originated in Scotland, but today the United States of America is one of the countries where the game is…
Read more →Ten Of The Best Coffee Shops To Work From In New York
Anyone who’s ever lived in New York knows that you can find almost anything you need there, but there are some things…
Read more →Interview With Toni Hargis
Toni, tell us a bit about yourself and how you came to be an expat. I am a Brit, born in the…
Read more →Interview With Sibylle Eschapasse, United Nations
Sibylle, you are currently living in New York City and working at the United Nations, which recently celebrated its 70th anniversary. Could…
Read more →10 American Foods Expats Need To Try
For many people across the world, the phrase “American food” brings to mind a rather limited and often clichéd assortment of dishes.…
Read more →10 Places For Music Lovers Around The USA
Being as influential as it has been on popular music across the world, the United States of America offers an endless number…
Read more →Interview With Kirstie Wilson, British Business Connection and moderator – USA forum
Kirstie is a new forum leader of the USA forum. In this interview we get to know her a little better! Expat…
Read more →Interview With Alan Langstone, US Realtor – The Langstone Team
Expat Focus: Alan, can you tell us a bit about your backgrounds? I was born in Buckinghamshire to London civil engineering commuter…
Read more →Moving To the USA? Read Our Expat Guide To Travelling On Public Transport
For the most part, public transport options in the US are rather limited. Due to the vast size of the country and…
Read more →A Guide To The Different States Of The USA
The USA is the third largest nation in the world and has a population of more than 320 million. For decades, this…
Read more →Surviving On Less In New York – Money Saving Tips For Expats
New York is a not only a melting pot of diverse communities, but also one of the largest economies of the urban…
Read more →How Does Living In The US Differ From Holidaying There? A Brief Guide For Potential Expats
For decades now, the US has been one of the most popular tourist destinations for people from all around the world. Each…
Read more →USA – Five Recommended Expat Blogs
At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to…
Read more →Bruce Ailion, RE/MAX Greater Atlanta
Please tell us a bit about yourself and your company. My name is Bruce Ailion, have been a broker in Metro Atlanta…
Read more →The Stress-Free Guide to Studying In the States; A Step-by-Step Plan for International Students
Expat Focus talks to Toni Summers Hargis about her latest book, “The Stress-Free Guide to Studying In the States; A Step-by-Step Plan…
Read more →Dealing with the US Immigration Department
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Service [hereinafter ICE] is the country’s second largest law enforcement agency behind the Federal Bureau of Investigation.…
Read more →The Safest US States for Expats: Weather-Wise!
Weather-related news from the U.S. has recently been generating more column space than usual, thanks to events of an unprecedented kind. When…
Read more →Expat Life in the US Bible Belt
The U.S. ‘Bible Belt’, that vast landmass stretching from Texas to Florida on the east-west axis and going as far north as…
Read more →Dealing with the American Healthcare Insurance System
British expats moving to the US must ensure that they have comprehensive health insurance coverage. While the UK benefits from the National…
Read more →Top 10 Cities in the US for British Expats
Where you move to in the US very much depends on your personal situation and your preferences; for example, whether you are…
Read more →New York City’s Best Communities for Expats
To say that New York City has been a historically popular destination for expatriate professionals would be akin to saying that water…
Read more →Alan Langstone, US Realtor – The Langstone Team
Expat Focus: Alan, can you tell us a bit about your backgrounds? I was born in Buckinghamshire to London civil engineering commuter…
Read more →Kirstie Wilson, British Business Connection and moderator – USA forum
Kirstie is a new forum leader of the USA forum. In this interview we get to know her a little better! Expat…
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