transatlanticists

Author: Oli Ward

  • What’s going on with the Diversity Visa Lottery this year (FY 2027)?

    The Diversity Visa lottery offers 55,000 green cards annually to diversify the U.S. population. For the first time, all UK citizens can apply for FY 2026, beginning October 2, 2024. While the odds are low, seizing the opportunity could be life-changing, so don’t hesitate to explore your options!

  • WATCH: Navigating the American Workplace as an Expat, with IMPACT Group HR

    Relocating from the UK to the U.S. offers exciting professional opportunities—but also presents unique challenges in adapting to a new workplace culture. Watch our webinar featuring insightful contributions from Lucy Foster and Tracy Kautzmann from our friends at IMPACT Group HR—experts in global career transitions and relocation support. Drawing from their extensive experience assisting expat…

  • Diversity Visa Lottery (FY-2025) Update: Big News for British Entrants!

    What is the Diversity Visa Lottery? As you may know, the USA dishes out thousands of green cards at random every year as part of the Diversity Visa program. Its purpose is to diversify the population of the U.S. To that end, every year, 55,000 United States green cards are offered out via a lottery.…

  • Foreign Exchange and Transferring Money to the US  – What You Need to Know

    Our partners at Halo Financial give you the lowdown on currency exchange. Foreign exchange is a highly volatile market in which the right exchange rate can come and go in the blink of an eye. The timing of when you choose to buy or sell your currency will ultimately determine the exchange rate and how…

  • UK-U.S. Tax Guide: What You Need to Know When Leaving the UK

    If you’re planning a move from the UK to the US, understanding your UK tax position is an important step in making the transition as smooth as possible. Whether you’re taking up employment, running a business, or managing investments, this guide—written by UK/US tax expert, Jordan Onraet-Wells, founder of Horizon UK Tax Solutions—outlines the key…

  • I’m a Green Card Holder from the UK. Should I Apply for U.S. Citizenship?

    For many UK citizens who have made the United States their home as a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), the decision to take the final step and become a U.S. citizen carries significant implications, not all of which are necessarily welcome. Here are some pros and cons of making the leap from permanent resident…