is it just a random pipedream?
A quick brief.
Hubby and I are brits living in south west england, he is currently studying a degree in finance so at the end of it will be a qualified accountant. im a stay at home mum to 3 (under 3 1/2) children now. (no degree) We would really like to live in the US - not sure where but California seems lke a nice place to start! been on holiday there and liked it although very different to living I'm sure! I'm not even sure if we'd be allowed to as I can see immigration is tight but what do you guys think?! |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Read the wiki and see if you are eligible under the various types of visa's available.
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Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Originally Posted by Ginblossom
(Post 8212662)
Read the wiki and see if you are eligible under the various types of visa's available.
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showthread.php?t=585898 |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
I've had a look and it looks almost impossible!
Dh being an accountant isn't a Skill in demand althoughI had started my midwifery and am now thinking about taking it back up as it's a demanded job! I read though that even if I say got a job as a midwife under the sponsership programme my hubby wouldn't be able to work! If we go we;d both want the chance to work and stay there |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Originally Posted by Lou1980
(Post 8212688)
I've had a look and it looks almost impossible!
Dh being an accountant isn't a Skill in demand althoughI had started my midwifery and am now thinking about taking it back up as it's a demanded job! I read though that even if I say got a job as a midwife under the sponsership programme my hubby wouldn't be able to work! If we go we;d both want the chance to work and stay there I think some visas allow spouses to work, but am not sure. There is a forum for asking about immigration - this general USA forum is more for general US-related posts (What is Phoenix like? What is the best cable company? Please explain health insurance ... etc.) |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Originally Posted by Lou1980
(Post 8212688)
I've had a look and it looks almost impossible!
Dh being an accountant isn't a Skill in demand althoughI had started my midwifery and am now thinking about taking it back up as it's a demanded job! I read though that even if I say got a job as a midwife under the sponsership programme my hubby wouldn't be able to work! If we go we;d both want the chance to work and stay there
Originally Posted by dunroving
(Post 8212699)
You'd normally need to qualify independently for work authorization, I believe. Some visas (e.g., H-1B) do not allow the spouse to work (they just get permission to live in the US), and there are plenty of threads on here from spouse who go out of their minds being stuck in the house with no job to go to.
I think some visas allow spouses to work, but am not sure. It's really tough-to-impossible for most to be able to move to the US. Sorry to put a dampener on your ambitions. Feel free to ask any other questions you have and we'll do our best to answer. We're a nice, cuddly helpful bunch on here! :) |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Originally Posted by tonrob
(Post 8212707)
The common scenario of a visa that allows the spouse to work is the L-1 (intra-company transferee). That is to say, OP's hubby gets a job as an accountant in a multi-national firm but in their UK office and then they transfer him to their US office. This scenario hinges around the company having a good business reason to take this expensive step, so it's not the kind of thing you'd expect them to do with a junior or newer employee.
It's really tough-to-impossible for most to be able to move to the US. Sorry to put a dampener on your ambitions. Feel free to ask any other questions you have and we'll do our best to answer. We're a nice, cuddly helpful bunch on here! :) |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Originally Posted by Lou1980
(Post 8212688)
Dh being an accountant isn't a Skill in demand...
I had started my midwifery and am now thinking about taking it back up as it's a demanded job! I read though that even if I say got a job as a midwife under the sponsership programme my hubby wouldn't be able to work! At any rate, you're looking at an uphill climb. It's not impossible for someone who is highly motivated and has useful qualifications. Ian |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
oh dear - it really is looking like a pipe dream :-(
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Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Originally Posted by dunroving
(Post 8212710)
Thanks for the clarification - I hesitate to respond where I'm not sure of the exact answer (sometimes trying to be helpful isn't much help if your advice is incorrect).
Edit: If sprouts were a quality then they would unite us too... |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Originally Posted by Lou1980
(Post 8212718)
oh dear - it really is looking like a pipe dream :-(
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Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Originally Posted by Lou1980
(Post 8212718)
oh dear - it really is looking like a pipe dream :-(
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Re: is it just a random pipedream?
i know! we're just trying to do the best we can for the kids,... give them the best chances as we see them etc and sadly I don't think the UK is it!
I've never wanted to stay here - dunno why just don't and hubby is of a similar mind set! hmmmm |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Of course, if I was being evil minded I could say that almost a guaranteed route there would be marriage to a US Citizen, but as you are already married with kids, your hubby might not appreciate it, hehe. :o
I like the OP's attitude. None of this bs about well I want to go so I must be allowed and nothing will stop me. Makes a refreshing change. |
Re: is it just a random pipedream?
Originally Posted by Lou1980
(Post 8212729)
i know! we're just trying to do the best we can for the kids,... give them the best chances as we see them etc and sadly I don't think the UK is it!
I've never wanted to stay here - dunno why just don't and hubby is of a similar mind set! hmmmm You may even find from a bit more research that you wouldn't want to move over here, which might save you some heartache and give you a new focus or goal. |
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