transatlanticists

Author: Oli Ward

  • A girl in the USA on the phone after leaning how to call the UK from the US

    RIP Skype: How Do I Make Calls to UK Numbers from the U.S.?

    Looking to call the UK from the US? Great news: you’ve got options! Skype offers flexibility and affordable rates, while KeepCalling provides straightforward, low-cost options. Mint Mobile is ideal for mobile plans, Google Voice integrates seamlessly with Google services, and WhatsApp offers free calls over the internet. Take a look at our guide for all…

  • A hand holding a phone with the US flag in the background

    Can U.S. Authorities Really Search My Phone at the Border?

    Yep, US border officials can indeed check and even ask you to unlock your phone. The US Constitution limits searches, but at the border, the government has full authority. Take a look at our handy guide to learn more.

  • Why is Mother’s Day on Different Days in the UK and the U.S.?

    If you’ve lived in the U.S. for long enough, you may have experienced the guilty panic that accompanies the late-March realization that Mother’s Day in the UK is fast approaching—and you probably didn’t send a card in time. While Moonpig and Funky Pigeon—and yes, other UK-based greeting card companies are available, albeit ones with less…

  • Notifying USCIS of a Change in Address

    If you’re a non-U.S. citizen living in the United States and you change your address, you must report it to USCIS within 10 days of moving. How do you do that? Easy! Check out USCIS’ official page for more details. Option 1: File online through your USCIS online account USCIS encourages you to update your…

  • Featured Event: Navigate U.S. College Applications with UES Education

    Calling all UK students! Thinking of applying for U.S. colleges? You’ll want to know about this event in London later this month. Our friends at UES Education are hosting one of their seminal College Quest presentations with and ESM Prep College MatchPoint on 28th March in Mayfair, London, during which they will unpick the complexities…

  • The EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) Green Card

    The EB-2 National Interest Waiver provides a path to a green card for professionals with advanced degrees and individuals of exceptional ability whose work substantially benefits the United States. What’s great about the NIW is that you’re not necessarily reliant on employer sponsorship, and you don’t have to go through the time-consuming PERM labor certification…