Expat Guide to Living in Los Angeles

Whether you're already living in Los Angeles or preparing to move to Los Angeles, our Expat Guide to Living in United States offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Los Angeles. For answers to specific questions, visit our United States Forum to talk with expats in Los Angeles.

5 Tips for Living in Los Angeles

Read what it's like to move to Los Angeles and live as an expat in one of the most famous cities in the world. Expats in Los Angeles enjoy a diverse city in a warm and sunny climate, where differences are celebrated as much as anywhere else in America.

More Culture Shock Reports for Los Angeles

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Los Angeles handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Los Angeles:

Culture Shock in Los Angeles, US

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More Living in Los Angeles Reports

What are people's priorities in Los Angeles - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Los Angeles:

Living in Los Angeles, US

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Moving Overseas Report

What should you take with you when you move to Los Angeles? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Los Angeles? Help others moving to Los Angeles by filling out our Moving Overseas Report.

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Reviews of Schools in Los Angeles

Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Los Angeles. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Los Angeles:

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Los Angeles. If you are already living in Los Angeles, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Los Angeles by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Los Angeles? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Los Angeles by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Los Angeles? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Los Angeles? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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An Expat Talks about Culture Shock & Living in Northern Virginia, United States

Be as open and as friendly as you can be. You may find friends that are a different age or nationality from those you had at home. Treat yourself to the odd magazine or candy from your home country and skype.

An Expat Discusses Living in Saipan, United States

An expat in Saipan advises newcomers to expect to feel isolated, bring enough money for plane tickets for an emergency, learn to snorkel, bring a camera and enjoy the lovely people and beautiful Saipan.

Health Care in New York City

New York City is widely regarded as one of the best places in the world for specialized health care. Here are some important medical resources for expats living in New York City.

New York City is widely regarded as one of the best places in the world for specialized health care. Here are some important medical resources for expats living in New York City....

Healthcare in Boston

Expats in Boston have access to excellent healthcare and hospitals attached to the best medical schools in the world. As with other parts of the U.S., it's imperative to know your coverage before you access any kind of care or purchase prescription medication.