Living in the USA

Insights, tips, and practical guidance on everyday life in the U.S. for international professionals making the move.

U.S. Tax for Australians Moving to the US: 2026 Guide
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U.S. Tax for Australians Moving to the US: 2026 Guide

Moving from Australia to the U.S.? Understand U.S. tax residency, the tax treaty, superannuation, and FBAR before day one.

·By Mihailo Bozic
Moving to the U.S. from Australia: 8 First-Month Mistakes
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Moving to the U.S. from Australia: 8 First-Month Mistakes

Moving to the U.S. from Australia? Australian habits that can cause problems, from health cover and super to tipping and credit, and what to do instead.

·By Mihailo Bozic
Bringing a Dog From Australia to the U.S.
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Bringing a Dog From Australia to the U.S.

Australia's rabies-free status means dogs skip the titre test. Learn the CDC Dog Import Form, 10-day vet window, and cat rules for 2026.

·By Mihailo Bozic
Australian Superannuation When You Move to the U.S.
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Australian Superannuation When You Move to the U.S.

Moving to the U.S. from Australia? How your superannuation is accessed and taxed, what the IRS does with it, and the steps to take before you leave.

·By Mihailo Bozic
U.S. vs Australian Work Culture: What Australians Need to Know
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U.S. vs Australian Work Culture: What Australians Need to Know

US vs Australian work culture differs in hours, time off, job security, and healthcare. What Australians should weigh before accepting a US job offer.

·By Mihailo Bozic
Open a U.S. Bank Account from Australia: 2026 Guide
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Open a U.S. Bank Account from Australia: 2026 Guide

Two routes, the documents that matter, and how to have an account live before your first U.S. payday.

·By Mihailo Bozic
How Australians Can Watch AFL in the U.S.
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How Australians Can Watch AFL in the U.S.

How to watch AFL in the U.S.: WatchAFL, AFL club international memberships, and a free 7Plus VPN option, with tips for the Grand Final.

·By Mihailo Bozic
Moving to the U.S. From Australia: Is It Worth It?
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Moving to the U.S. From Australia: Is It Worth It?

Should you move to the U.S. from Australia? An honest look at the career upside, the cost and healthcare trade-offs, what it takes, and who the move suits.

·By Mihailo Bozic
Best Ways to Transfer Money From Australia to the U.S.
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Best Ways to Transfer Money From Australia to the U.S.

Compare the best ways to transfer money from Australia to the US and learn how to avoid the hidden exchange-rate margin that quietly costs the most.

·By Mihailo Bozic
Top 10 Australian Coffee Shops in NYC
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Top 10 Australian Coffee Shops in NYC

A guide to the best Australian coffee shops in NYC, including the city's cool, design-forward spots.

·By Dylan Gibbs
Best U.S. Cities for Australian Expats
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Best U.S. Cities for Australian Expats

Best U.S. cities for Australian expats ranked by Aussie community, E-3 jobs, and livability.

·By Dylan Gibbs
How to Ship Your Belongings From Australia to the U.S.
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How to Ship Your Belongings From Australia to the U.S.

Shipping your belongings from Australia to the US? Compare sea and air freight, learn the duty-free rules for personal effects, and decide what to ship or sell.

·By Dylan Gibbs
Australia vs the US: Cost of Living Compared
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Australia vs the US: Cost of Living Compared

Cost of living in Australia vs the US depends on salary, tax, rent, and healthcare, not the national average. Here's how the two compare.

·By Mihailo Bozic
How to Watch the NRL in the US: Stream Every Game
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How to Watch the NRL in the US: Stream Every Game

How to watch every NRL game in the US: Watch NRL for the full season, Fox Sports for select matches, plus how to handle the time difference.

·By Dylan Gibbs
Real ID for Visa Holders: Eligibility and Limited Terms
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Real ID for Visa Holders: Eligibility and Limited Terms

E-3, H-1B, and TN holders can get a Real ID. How the limited-term version works, who qualifies, and when your passport works instead.

·By Mihailo Bozic
Moving to New York From Australia: A Complete Guide
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Moving to New York From Australia: A Complete Guide

Moving to New York from Australia? A step-by-step guide to the E-3 visa, finding an employer who sponsors, renting without U.S. credit, and settling in.

·By Mihailo Bozic