transatlanticists

Author: Philip Webb Gregg

  • A magnifying glass looking at a map of the USA to find the British Expats in the U.S.

    Where British Expats & Immigrants Live in the U.S.

    Around 700,000 Brits have made the USA their home, with 25% calling the East Coast, especially New York, their turf. From finance in NYC to tech in San Francisco, Brits are blending in. Want to bump into a Brit? Head to Portsmouth, Virginia, where nearly 5% of the small population dons a British identity!

  • A man enjoys the sunset with his dog after discovering how to bring his pet to the USA

    How to Bring Your Pet to the U.S.

    If you’re thinking of bringing your pet to America from the UK, there are some important things you need to know beforehand. Here’s our handy guide on how to get to your pet across the pond!

  • A group having a money talk at a bank

    Money Talk: How to Set up a Bank Account and Build Credit in the U.S.

    America has tons of banks, big and small. For Brits moving to the U.S., big banks like Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo are popular choices, but there’s a lot to known before you start saving and spending. Here’s your handy guide to setting up a bank and building credid in the U.S.

  • Using the NHS When you Return to the UK from the U.S.

    If you’re a Brit moving back to the UK from the U.S., you can use the NHS for healthcare. Just fill out a GMS1 form to register with a local GP. You’ll need to prove your eligibility with documents. The NHS provides free care, but expect longer wait times and limited services compared to the…

  • Young Brit sitting on a bench in the US mastering how to stay connected with the perfect phone network.

    How to Stay Connected: Phone Deals and Data Plans (UK to USA)

    Few things are more important than the ability to stay connected while on the move. But which mobile phone plans will let you do that on both sides of the Atlantic? Join us as we explore the ways to stay connected while crossing the pond, including eSIMs, international roaming plans, and prepaid SIM cards. Choose…

  • A US banknote and the American flag

    How Americans Pay Each Other: Venmo, Zelle, and More

    In the fast-paced digital world, the US has its own diverse ecosystem of money apps for peer-to-peer payments. Venmo is widely adopted, Zelle offers bank-to-bank transfers, Cash App provides additional financial services, and Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and Square are also popular options. Overall, money transfers in the US are as easy as in…