walterhackett27
Ukrainian looking for information about USA
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Registration: 11 January 2026
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A sunny 'hello" from Arizona! by raphi47
Hi everyone, I鈥檓 Raphaela from Vienna and now living in Mesa. I鈥檓 building my life here 鈥� work, community, and a sense of home 鈥� and I鈥檇 love to connect with people in the area. I鈥檓 a philosopher, ethicist, and ...
Welcome Raphaela and welcome to the forum. Big move from Vienna to Mesa that鈥檚 awesome. Sounds like you鈥檝e got a really interesting background too. Building community from scratch isn鈥檛 easy but you鈥檙e in fast growing area ... Read More
Roadtrips around Tyler by uknurse81
We have been in Tyler now for 2 months and are keen to travel and see some sights. We are looking for some interesting family places to visit that are a reasonable driving distance. We have teenage sons so active/outdoor trips are a good start. ...
If you鈥檙e in Tyler you鈥檝e got some great options nearby Tyler State Park is perfect for hiking biking and kayaking ). Read More
Cost of living in the USA in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in the USA, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to the USA or already living ...
Mid-size US city: Rent for a 1-bedroom is $1,200-$1,600/month, homes are ~$250k-$400k, bus fare is $2-$3 (most people drive), gas is ~$3鈥�$4/gal, groceries for one person run $350-$500/month, health insurance through an employer is ... Read More
S Pass rejected twice by mpphils
Hi I got terminated from my previous job on Nov2025 and new company applied my S Pass on Dec 3 2025.I need to go back to my country since my visit pass from MOM expired on Dec 20 2025.On Jan 7 2026, my S Pass result rejected. Instead of appeal, my ...
@mpphils Yes, for an appeal it鈥檚 usually HR/employer-driven. Your HR should submit a clear justification letter explaining why your specific skills and experience match the role, why a local hire isn鈥檛 suitable, and how the job scope ... Read More
S Pass rejected twice by mpphils
Hi I got terminated from my previous job on Nov2025 and new company applied my S Pass on Dec 3 2025.I need to go back to my country since my visit pass from MOM expired on Dec 20 2025.On Jan 7 2026, my S Pass result rejected. Instead of appeal, my ...
Two rejections with the same details usually mean it鈥檚 not a quota issue. MOM often rejects S Passes due to salary level, job scope not matching the candidate profile, or company profile/sector considerations. Reapplying without changing ... Read More
Beginning to explore Costa Rica by philhartin
Hello,My name is Phil. I鈥檓 recently retired and beginning to explore Costa Rica as a possible place to spend the next chapter of my life. I鈥檒l be traveling soon and spending some time in different areas to experience the lifestyle, meet ...
Welcome, Phil. That sounds like a thoughtful way to approach a possible move. Puerto Viejo is a good place to slow down and get a feel for daily life, especially if you鈥檙e more interested in community and simplicity than nightlife. Talking to ... Read More
Should you live as a tourist or as a local while abroad? by Veedushi
Hello everyone,I hope all is well with you.For an upcoming article in Expat Magazine aimed at helping future expatriates better integrate into their new countries, we'd like your input on the following topic:Experiencing expatriation as both a ...
I agree with this perspective. Starting out with a tourist mindset helps you discover the culture, landmarks, and overall feel of a place, but long-term integration really comes from living like a local - building routines, understanding everyday ... Read More
I left the USA by bus in 2016. No passport, No cell phone. Only $450. by victorwitness1221
I arrived in Colombia in March of 2017.I left the USA after becoming homeless. Having lost my job, my car. Divorced, 6 kids...In 1999 I read a book called America the Great. Mystery Babylon.I had been searching the scriptures for information on the ...
That is quite a journey. Leaving under those circumstances and starting over in another country takes a lot of resolve. Even if people may see the reasons differently, it鈥檚 clear this was a major life change for you. I hope you鈥檝e been ... Read More
Decisions to move to USA by gbanyaibrahim14
Hello Members and professors of this great forum I'm humble and delighted to be part of this forum.I'm Ibrahim Gbanya from Monrovia Liberia west Africa I'm 31yrs old single without a kid. I'm also a Post graduate student on National DPL on ...
Moving to the USA without family there is possible but it usually comes down to choosing the right legal path and being realistic about timelines. Common options people look into are study programs, work-based visas, or the Diversity Visa (DV) ... Read More
New members of the USA forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the USA forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat ...
Hi everyone! Thanks for the welcome. I鈥檓 new here and still in the planning/research phase, gathering information and learning from others鈥� experiences before making any big moves. Looking forward to reading, sharing, and getting to know ... Read More