If you are choosing the state of Florida, you will find everything you need at real estate information e news about the region on our website. But more broadly, today we bring you the information you need to know about living in the United States, by the end of the reading we will clarify the important points for your decision making.
Visa
The first step to living in the United States is to have a valid visa and passport. You can learn how to schedule your US visa here. There are many modalities for the country, from tourism to work.
But, if you want to open your own business or invest in American initiatives, you can also get a specific visa for that. The same visa also covers the entire family group, through the EB-5 program. Learn more about this possibility here.
Documentation
Once you have your visa or green card in hand, it is time to think about the other documents you need to bring to the United States to start your life there. It is worth mentioning that, it is essential to bring originals and also one copy of the translated documents.
To get started, you need to carry a personal identification card and your passport. You also need to have an international birth certificate, which will already be issued in English.
Also, have a translated copy of your marriage or divorce certificate. If you are an unmarried mother or father, you will also need a custody certificate, both original and translated into English.
In addition, it is important to have tax records and other financial documents and bank information with you if you maintain an account in your home country.
Employment and Education
To get a job in the US, it is important to get a professional translation of your resume, cover letter, etc. Other documents that deserve attention are those referring to academic training. Bring with you school and university diplomas and other additional proof with originals and English translations.
But if you are still studying, or have recently graduated, you need to have your documents evaluated and recognized by an accredited organization.
Health
Don't forget also to visit your doctor to get a international vaccine registration. Also, have all important medical records translated into English.
Habilitation
If you already have a driver's license, you can also apply for an international driver's license. In this way, you arrive in the country already able to drive a vehicle.
How to bring your pet?
Moving to another country involves the whole family group, including four-legged friends. It is worth mentioning that, in order to take the family pet to live in the USA, it is also necessary to take care of the pet's documentation. In other words, less than 30 days before the trip it is necessary to take him to the vet for issue a health certificate, in English.
How to bring your belongings?
Does everything you need to start a new life in the United States fit into a few suitcases? Great! Then you can take everything with you on the flight. However, if you want to take much larger items and a lot more volume, you also need to worry about finding a company that can do the moving. There are carriers that specialize in the subject that do the moving with a container.
Already in the United States
Is the whole family group already on American soil? Many documents still need to be organized to get back on track. Below is a list of everything that needs to be seen in the country:
Credit Score
Health plan
Pension plan
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Where to live?
Before you even leave Brazil, one of your biggest concerns about living in the United States must be your residence. It is worth pointing out that the location of your family's home is determinant for many factors, among them the school your children will be able to attend. Therefore, evaluate the possible neighborhoods where you would like to establish residence and the score of the schools around.
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