I would like to move to the US.
Sep 14th 2017, 6:58 pm
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I would like to move to the US.
I would like to start researching if it would be possible for me to move to the US. I was hoping people here could provide me with much needed information and just where to start.
A bit of background about me. My girlfriend and I got together whilst I was studying for a year abroad in Germany and she was an Au Pair. I have returned to England to complete my final year of university and she has returned to the US (she lives in the LA county area in California). We would just like to explore if it is even feasible for me to move to the US at the end of university.
I have a uncle and auntie who live in Michigan, US and have asked them for advice but I would like to get as much advice as possible.
I guess my question is how can I get started in this process?
If anyone needs anymore information about me to give better advice. I would be more than ready to reply.
Thanks,
Callum
A bit of background about me. My girlfriend and I got together whilst I was studying for a year abroad in Germany and she was an Au Pair. I have returned to England to complete my final year of university and she has returned to the US (she lives in the LA county area in California). We would just like to explore if it is even feasible for me to move to the US at the end of university.
I have a uncle and auntie who live in Michigan, US and have asked them for advice but I would like to get as much advice as possible.
I guess my question is how can I get started in this process?
If anyone needs anymore information about me to give better advice. I would be more than ready to reply.
Thanks,
Callum
Sep 14th 2017, 7:06 pm
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Re: I would like to move to the US.
Hi Callum, welcome to BE! 
Start here for information about all alternatives: Pulaski Simplified, and here: Pulaski's Ways, but I will warn you up front, most of them do not apply to your situation
Based on the little you have posted, I suspect that your list of realistic/ achievable visa options to live and work in the US begins and ends with "marriage to your girlfriend".
Start here for information about all alternatives: Pulaski Simplified, and here: Pulaski's Ways, but I will warn you up front, most of them do not apply to your situation
Based on the little you have posted, I suspect that your list of realistic/ achievable visa options to live and work in the US begins and ends with "marriage to your girlfriend".
Sep 14th 2017, 7:36 pm
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Re: I would like to move to the US.
Pulaski has hit the nail on the head and his guides are very useful.
Best of luck and Welcome!
Best of luck and Welcome!
Sep 14th 2017, 7:47 pm
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Re: I would like to move to the US.
really depends on where you want to get married, K1 or CR1.
Hopefully a friendly Mod will move this to the right forum.
Hopefully a friendly Mod will move this to the right forum.
Sep 14th 2017, 7:50 pm
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Re: I would like to move to the US.
Another option you MIGHT explore is further study in the USA, specifically in LA....Your Aunt and uncle might make sponsors for that.
Sep 14th 2017, 8:25 pm
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Re: I would like to move to the US.
Not forgetting if the relatives are in MI there are some excellent higher ed institutions there. Acceptance will probably be easier. Cost of living drastically cheaper...
Sep 14th 2017, 8:44 pm
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Re: I would like to move to the US.
Hi Callum, welcome to BE.
Just to make sure, your girlfriend is a US citizen, right?
The main question is, are you and your girlfriend ready for marriage? If so, you have 2 very easy, clear paths to the USA via marriage.
If you're not ready for marriage, your options are severely limited, most likely chance would be an F-1 visa to continue studying in the USA.
What is your field of study currently?
Rene
Just to make sure, your girlfriend is a US citizen, right?
The main question is, are you and your girlfriend ready for marriage? If so, you have 2 very easy, clear paths to the USA via marriage.
If you're not ready for marriage, your options are severely limited, most likely chance would be an F-1 visa to continue studying in the USA.
What is your field of study currently?
Rene
