Living in United States
Americas — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Washington, D.C.
Currency
USD
Continent
Americas
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for United States.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to United States
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Germany | Visa Free | 90 days |
| France | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Italy | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Netherlands | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Sweden | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Portugal | Visa Free | 90 days |
| India | Visa Required | 180 days |
| United Kingdom | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Austria | Evisa | 90 days |
Detailed visa guides for United States
Monthly costs
Miami
Rent (center)
2,500 USD/mo
Groceries
400 USD/mo
Transport
100 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
3,160 USD/mo
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Work permits
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H-1B Visa (Specialty Occupation)
Duration: 3 years, renewable up to 6 years
Workers in specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree, sponsored by US employer
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L-1 Visa (Intracompany Transfer)
Duration: L-1A: up to 7 years, L-1B: up to 5 years
Employees transferring within the same company to a US office
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O-1 Visa (Extraordinary Ability)
Duration: Up to 3 years, renewable in 1-year increments
Individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics
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E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
Duration: Up to 5 years, renewable indefinitely
Nationals of treaty countries investing substantial capital in a US business
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
10% – 37%
Social Security (Employee)
0.0765%
Federal rates for single filers. State income tax applies additionally (0-13.3%). FICA is 6.2% Social Security + 1.45% Medicare.
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Insurance
SafetyWing
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Airalo
United States eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
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NordVPN
Stay secure on public WiFi in United States and access services from home.
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