First steps in the U.S.
- Buy a SIM cardIn the U.S., there are two types of plans – prepaid and contract. Prepaid – works like in Russia. You pay first for a month, then…
- Find Housing and a JobTo rent housing, most landlords require proof of income, an SSN, and a credit history. Often, a deposit equivalent to one month’s…
- Proof of AddressIt will be asked everywhere until you receive your first local documents; this will make it much easier for you to obtain all…video
- Bank cardsFirst, you need to open a debit card, then as soon as possible, open a credit card (even if you don't plan to use it). Credit…
- Apply for Benefits - Food Stamps and Cash1. Food stamps - these are cash benefits for low-income people intended for purchasing food. They are provided through the SNAP…
- Health InsuranceThere are several types of health insurance: Paid insurance Marketplace, Medicaid, and Medicare. There is also a subtype called…
- DRIVER LICENSE | State IDTo get a driver’s license, you must meet your state’s requirements and have the necessary documents to score enough points. In…
- I-589 Application for AsylumIf you want to apply for asylum, you must file Form I-589 within one year of arriving in the United States. There are some…
- I-765 Employment Authorization- The standard way to get an EAD and SSN is described here. The standard process is to file Form I-765 150 days after the…
- Non-work SSNNon-work SSN without EAD. What you need to do: 1. Go [or call during quarantine] to DSHS/HRA/DSS (so-called welfare) and request…video
- Car insuranceMoving from Russia to the USA, car insurance can be confusing. Instead of two options like OSAGO and KASKO, we get a complex…
- Start learning EnglishUse free videos and online lessons to learn and practice English at USALearns.org. Listen to Share.America.gov to find audio…
