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I'm 21, from Ireland, and over the past few months I've been strongly considering moving to the States. I have no idea how to go about this i.e. documentation, forms, passport issues etc. Any information anyone may have would be greatly appreciated!
Also, where in the states is also something I've been pondering over. I've always wanted to see Vegas, Washington, New York etc but will get round to them eventually. Right now I need advice on a place to settle. I'm not partial to a lot of sun so Florida etc is not optional. However, I don't want to be stuck in the rain either. I'd like somewhere quiet but not too quiet but not in a big city either. If any of you lovely Americans could give me any advice on where would be a good choice and why I would be so so so SO very appreciative!
You need to go on a US embassy website to get that information. I suggested googleing 'relocating to the USA' and then find government (not scam) websites.
You will probably have to have a job offer to get a visa to stay permanently or be sponsored by someone in the USA to vouch you will not be a drain on the social services here.
There are many Irish people all over the USA, particularly in NY, where I am from (every one of my friends was Irish or Irish descent!). Boston is also a big Irish city.
You will need to keep in mind what you plan on doing for work, that will help determine where to move to. I am not to sure about the requirements to move. Agree about the websites, make sure when looking at a US government site the address reads ".gov" Like this one I just found USCIS Home Page
I'm 21, from Ireland, and over the past few months I've been strongly considering moving to the States. I have no idea how to go about this i.e. documentation, forms, passport issues etc. Any information anyone may have would be greatly appreciated!
Also, where in the states is also something I've been pondering over. I've always wanted to see Vegas, Washington, New York etc but will get round to them eventually. Right now I need advice on a place to settle. I'm not partial to a lot of sun so Florida etc is not optional. However, I don't want to be stuck in the rain either. I'd like somewhere quiet but not too quiet but not in a big city either. If any of you lovely Americans could give me any advice on where would be a good choice and why I would be so so so SO very appreciative!
Go raibh mile maith agaibh (Thank you )
Sarahlina
Have you ever visited the USA? I would suggest getting a visitor's visa and coming here for a visit first. Scout out a few potential areas you think you might like, check out the employment situation for the areas THEN start to plan a move. Only you can decide what region you would like. Tell us where you are considering and we can give you details on that area. Every state in the US has an official website. I suggest starting there and then narrowing it down to decide where to visit. Good Luck!
I recommend focusing on areas of the country with low costs of living.
I'd recommend Pittsburgh, but complain about the rain so it's probably not for you. (It's not like it rains everyday, nor all day, so I'm a little confused about that.)
Many cities in Texas are very affordable, but again there's the weather factor because it's all sunshine all the time (except for now!)
Areas of the country with low costs of living are also areas of the country where the economies are doing better.
As a result, these links would be a good place to start researching your favorite cities:
Of course, everyone says you should go where you can find a job. That's a given.
However, I think you need to select your five or six top cities and focus your job search in those areas. If you cant' find something after a few months, expand your cities.
There's no reason to move to a city you don't like or can't afford just because you have a job offer.
Have you ever visited the USA? I would suggest getting a visitor's visa and coming here for a visit first. Scout out a few potential areas you think you might like, check out the employment situation for the areas THEN start to plan a move.
Europeans are different from Americans. They seem to have no problem moving around the world without seeing a place first hand. I think that has to do with the fact that they have no problem leaving since they don't mind moving from country to country. Americans are leary of leaving the country. We don't move around the world like Europeans. Heck, Americans are weird about moving from city to city within the same state.
Europeans are different from Americans. They seem to have no problem moving around the world without seeing a place first hand. I think that has to do with the fact that they have no problem leaving since they don't mind moving from country to country. Americans are leary of leaving the country. We don't move around the world like Europeans. Heck, Americans are weird about moving from city to city within the same state.
I'm aware of the difference. I've spent a lot of time abroad in Europe & Asia. In this economy it just makes sense to have a game plan in advance.
I'm 21, from Ireland, and over the past few months I've been strongly considering moving to the States. I have no idea how to go about this i.e. documentation, forms, passport issues etc. Any information anyone may have would be greatly appreciated!
Also, where in the states is also something I've been pondering over. I've always wanted to see Vegas, Washington, New York etc but will get round to them eventually. Right now I need advice on a place to settle. I'm not partial to a lot of sun so Florida etc is not optional. However, I don't want to be stuck in the rain either. I'd like somewhere quiet but not too quiet but not in a big city either. If any of you lovely Americans could give me any advice on where would be a good choice and why I would be so so so SO very appreciative!
Go raibh mile maith agaibh (Thank you )
Sarahlina
With your weather requirements, I would suggest San Francisco - but that's a big city.
You could look into Santa Barbara or Santa Cruz.
But California will be more expensive than one of the inner states.
Job aside, and they are a huge concern obviously, why not try looking into the southwest. Like northern New Mexico or southern Arizona? It will be a completely different change for you and you may just fall in love with it. Southern Arizona near the border of New Mexico. Las Cruces, a medium sized town, but it does get very hot there. Northern New Meixco gets cold winters, but with beautiful sunshine.
I'd certainly suggest Oregon or Washington, where I live (OR), but it does rain a lot. My Irish born friend and her family all Irish born and raised find the weather quite similar. It's beautiful country, though. Although eastern Oregon is more dessert like, but very cold and bitter winters. It's not very populated either so you may check into Pendleton or Ontario (small towns).
There are just so many places...maybe you should pick one small city just for the interim, and spend the next year or so venturing about to find a spot you'd love. The country is huge, and you can find almost anything you would want in climate and size of towns.
Good luck to you!
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