Helpful information for your journey

The information provided is based on personal experience as well as with the consent of specific clients. We do not accept any advertisements or sponsorships. All information is shared to create an honest and useful channel to help immigrants quickly integrate into life in the United States.

Whether you come to the U.S. for tourism on a B1/B2 visa, for study on an F1 visa, or under any immigration program, we believe the following information will be very helpful for your journey:

• Housing: Finding accommodation, renting, or buying a home

• Employment & Documents: Work permit, Social Security Number, jobs, and tax filing

• Utilities: Setting up phone and internet service (including unlimited data plans)

• Local Exploration: Discovering nearby places such as libraries, parks, markets, supermarkets, and entertainment areas

• Health Insurance: Information on health plans, Obamacare, and travel insurance

• Education: Enrolling children in school (free public schools up to grade 12, or private schools under F1 visa)

• Transportation: Learning and taking the driving test, buying a car, and interstate travel

• Finance: Opening bank accounts, credit cards, money transfers from Vietnam, and building credit scores

• Learning: English courses and vocational training (free or paid options available)