American would love advice re:moving to England
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American would love advice re:moving to England
Never mind....
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
to want to move to UK you would need a little more patience than that.
3 hours> no responses> post removed.....you are expecting too much too quickly!
3 hours> no responses> post removed.....you are expecting too much too quickly!
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
Yes, I was just composing another. I had thought that perhaps I posted in the wrong place because I am an American.
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
I am thinking of packing up myself and my dog and moving to England. I am a single woman in her 50's, self employed and looking for a place that will feel like home. I have never been there but I feel that it well may be that place. I have read, studied, Googled, youtubed, and I am not just coming up with the idea...I have thought about it for years, and now is as good a time as any.
I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions or experience to share with me about this kind of relocation.
People have suggested, and understandably so, that I vacation there first, but I wonder if I shouldn't just go for it.
Any thoughts?
I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions or experience to share with me about this kind of relocation.
People have suggested, and understandably so, that I vacation there first, but I wonder if I shouldn't just go for it.
Any thoughts?
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
I wouldn't say it's the wrong place but what exactly would you like to know? Do you have a visa? citizenship? a job placement? do you know anyone over there? family?
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
I think we were posting at the same time!!!
I would ABSOLUTELY suggest you go there on vacation and I think 99.9% of the people on this board would agree.
I would ABSOLUTELY suggest you go there on vacation and I think 99.9% of the people on this board would agree.
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
I am self employed so I don't need a job, no family, know no one there, am applying for Irish citizenship by descent which will give me the ability to live in the EU without a problem if I understand correctly, don't know about a visa. I have read about the different types and I am not sure. I think that if I come as a visitor then I can't apply for residency, but if I get my Irish citizenship before the six months is up I think I could stay, but I am not sure. That is something I would need some advice on.
I also would just like some feedback regarding the whole idea.
I also would just like some feedback regarding the whole idea.
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
I am self employed so I don't need a job, no family, know no one there, am applying for Irish citizenship by descent which will give me the ability to live in the EU without a problem if I understand correctly, don't know about a visa. I have read about the different types and I am not sure. I think that if I come as a visitor then I can't apply for residency, but if I get my Irish citizenship before the six months is up I think I could stay, but I am not sure. That is something I would need some advice on.
I also would just like some feedback regarding the whole idea.
I also would just like some feedback regarding the whole idea.
Obviously your options will depend on whether you can get the citizenship.
It would seem sensible to visit first.
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Whilst this is a good place to ask...you'd probably be better off asking in http://www.uk-yankee.com/ which is geared towards USC's.
Though if you read threads in this forum and in the US forum, you'll an idea of what people come against being an expat, because although the language is the same and you think you might have a idea about life over there, you don't and you really can't take what you perceive from a holiday or from tele to equate to actually doing it.
Which isn't to say you shouldn't give it a shot
Good luck and welcome to BE.
Though if you read threads in this forum and in the US forum, you'll an idea of what people come against being an expat, because although the language is the same and you think you might have a idea about life over there, you don't and you really can't take what you perceive from a holiday or from tele to equate to actually doing it.
Which isn't to say you shouldn't give it a shot
Good luck and welcome to BE.
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
What I think the UK could deliver? Better weather ( don't laugh..I live in a place that has blizzards, below freezing temps, then tornadoes, then high, unbearable heat and humidity, then about a month of Fall), a safer environment, more culture, more civility, more natural beauty, pretty villages, history, a seemingly much kinder attitude towards dogs.it just appeals to me in every way.i don't know where I would go, that is something else I thought I could get some suggestions about. I know it would seem more sensible to visit first, but that is costly and I would have to leave my dog in a kennel. I am hoping someone here says it wouldn't be goofy to just move without visiting first.
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
Whilst this is a good place to ask...you'd probably be better off asking in http://www.uk-yankee.com/ which is geared towards USC's.
Though if you read threads in this forum and in the US forum, you'll an idea of what people come against being an expat, because although the language is the same and you think you might have a idea about life over there, you don't and you really can't take what you perceive from a holiday or from tele to equate to actually doing it.
Which isn't to say you shouldn't give it a shot
Good luck and welcome to BE.
Though if you read threads in this forum and in the US forum, you'll an idea of what people come against being an expat, because although the language is the same and you think you might have a idea about life over there, you don't and you really can't take what you perceive from a holiday or from tele to equate to actually doing it.
Which isn't to say you shouldn't give it a shot
Good luck and welcome to BE.
I have to say, I am struck by just how lovely everyone posting here seems to be.
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
What I think the UK could deliver? Better weather ( don't laugh..I live in a place that has blizzards, below freezing temps, then tornadoes, then high, unbearable heat and humidity, then about a month of Fall), a safer environment, more culture, more civility, more natural beauty, pretty villages, history, a seemingly much kinder attitude towards dogs.it just appeals to me in every way.i don't know where I would go, that is something else I thought I could get some suggestions about. I know it would seem more sensible to visit first, but that is costly and I would have to leave my dog in a kennel. I am hoping someone here says it wouldn't be goofy to just move without visiting first.
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
Go for it! Take me with you!!!
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
Of course we love it and agree with all that but as bob says, moving countries is a big step and shouldn't be rushed into - especially if money is a bit tight. What about something like a house swap to keep the costs low and give you more of an idea of everyday life.
I think the thing that concerns me most is the culture shock possibility. I wonder if everyone goes thru that. I also wonder if the word "shock" is a bit much. I have never been to another country so I have no idea. Also, learning to drive on the other side of the road could be a bit daunting.
I wouldn't be missing anyone here, my immediate family has sadly all passed away in the last few years. I make friends easily. But again, I have never tried making friends in another country.
What I can tell you is there is so much that appeals to me about England that I truly think I would be happy there. But it is huuuugge leap. I guess I am looking for words of encouragement here.
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Re: American would love advice re:moving to England
A house swap is not feasible right now, but thanks for the suggestion.
I think the thing that concerns me most is the culture shock possibility. I wonder if everyone goes thru that. I also wonder if the word "shock" is a bit much. I have never been to another country so I have no idea. Also, learning to drive on the other side of the road could be a bit daunting.
I wouldn't be missing anyone here, my immediate family has sadly all passed away in the last few years. I make friends easily. But again, I have never tried making friends in another country.
What I can tell you is there is so much that appeals to me about England that I truly think I would be happy there. But it is huuuugge leap. I guess I am looking for words of encouragement here.
I think the thing that concerns me most is the culture shock possibility. I wonder if everyone goes thru that. I also wonder if the word "shock" is a bit much. I have never been to another country so I have no idea. Also, learning to drive on the other side of the road could be a bit daunting.
I wouldn't be missing anyone here, my immediate family has sadly all passed away in the last few years. I make friends easily. But again, I have never tried making friends in another country.
What I can tell you is there is so much that appeals to me about England that I truly think I would be happy there. But it is huuuugge leap. I guess I am looking for words of encouragement here.
I think you need to find a way to visit and then you will be able to plan your move so much better.
You can probably get some good advice at the UK-Yankee site Bob quoted.
I do wish you lots of luck with your plans though!