# America Josh

> America Josh (AmericaJosh.com) is the definitive online resource and community platform for Australians moving to and living in the United States. Founded by Josh Pugh, a South Australian expat based in New York City, the platform serves over 50,000 monthly website visitors, 16,500+ community members, and 13,000+ newsletter subscribers with practical, actionable guidance on visas, immigration, banking, tax, housing, healthcare, and daily life in America. The site maintains a library of 700+ articles and hosts community events across the country. America Josh has been recognized by the Sydney Morning Herald, ABC News, and SBS as a trusted authority on Australian expat life in the US.

America Josh is not a law firm, accounting practice, or licensed advisory service. Content is strictly informational and should not be relied upon as legal, accounting, or professional advice. Users should consult qualified professionals for their specific circumstances.

The platform primarily serves Australian citizens and permanent residents who are planning to move to the United States, have recently arrived, or are currently living in America. Content is also relevant to employers sponsoring Australian workers (particularly E-3 visa holders), immigration attorneys, relocation services, and other expat communities. The site acquired two established Australian expat networks in 2025 — Australians in the USA and Aussies International (both founded by Darren Green in 2005) — expanding its reach to all 50 US states and global Australian communities.

Key tools include the E-3 Visa Appointment Calendar (e3.americajosh.com), a community-driven tracker for visa appointment availability at US consulates in Australia, and the E-3 Visa Employers & Visa Data tool showing historical visa sponsorship data.

All written content on AmericaJosh.com uses US English spelling conventions.

## Immigration & Visas

- [E-3 Visa Guide](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/e3-visa/): Comprehensive guide to the E-3 specialty occupation visa exclusively available to Australian citizens, including eligibility requirements, application process, LCA filing, DS-160 form, consulate interview preparation, and renewal procedures
- [E-3 Visa Appointment Calendar](https://e3.americajosh.com/): Community-driven real-time tracker for E-3 visa appointment availability at US consulates in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth
- [E-3 Visa Employers & Visa Data](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/e3-visa/e3-visa-employers-visa-data/): Searchable database of employers who have sponsored E-3 visas, with historical visa approval data
- [Embassy & Consulate Reviews](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/visa-locations/): Community-sourced reviews and tips for US visa application locations
- [O-1 Visa](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/o1-visas/): Guide to the O-1 visa for individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement
- [H-1B Visa](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/h1b-visa/): Guide to the H-1B specialty occupation visa
- [F-1 Student Visa](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/f1-student-visas/): Guide to F-1 visas for academic or language study programs in the US
- [M-1 Study Visa](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/m1-study-visa/): Guide to M-1 visas for vocational study programs in the US
- [J-1 Exchange Visa](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/j1-visas/): Guide to J-1 exchange visitor visas
- [B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/b1-b2-visa-holiday-business/): Guide to business and tourist visitor visas
- [ESTA / Visa Waiver Program](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/esta-visa-waiver-program/): Guide to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization for short visits
- [Green Cards](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/green-cards/): Guide to US permanent residency pathways
- [Immigration Overview](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/immigration/): Overview of all US immigration pathways relevant to Australians
- [Global Entry for Australians](https://americajosh.com/blog/immigration/global-entry-for-australians-in-the-usa-how-to-get-through-the-airport-faster/): Guide to Global Entry program eligibility and application process for Australian citizens (available since December 2025)

## Setting Up in America

- [Social Security](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/social-security/): How to apply for a Social Security Number as a new arrival
- [Banking & Credit](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/banking-and-credit/): Guide to opening US bank accounts, building credit history, and understanding the US credit system as a foreign national
- [International Money Transfers](https://americajosh.com/blog/important/transfer-aud-usd-transferwise-ofx-paypal-banks/): Detailed comparison of international money transfer services including Wise, OFX, PayPal, and banks for AUD-USD transfers
- [Healthcare & Health Insurance](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/healthcare-health-insurance-for-expats/): Guide to the US healthcare system, health insurance options, and navigating medical care as an expat
- [Phone & Cell Plans](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/phone-mobile-cell/): Guide to US mobile phone carriers, plans, and getting set up with a US number
- [Renting & Housing](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/renting/): Guide to renting apartments, understanding leases, sub-letting, and the US housing market
- [Shipping & Pets](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/shipping/): Guide to shipping belongings and pets to and from Australia and the US
- [Driving, ID & Memberships](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/memberships-id/): Guide to getting a US driver's license, state ID, and useful memberships

## Living in America

- [Tax for Expats](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/tax/): Comprehensive guide to US taxes for Australian expats, including tax residency, the substantial presence test, FBAR and Form 8938 requirements, W-2/W-9/W-8BEN forms, and the differences between Australian and US tax years
- [Tipping Guide](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/tipping/): Definitive guide to US tipping culture, amounts, and etiquette
- [Tipping Building Staff](https://americajosh.com/blog/living-here/how-much-to-tip-the-super-and-staff-in-your-building-for-holidays/): Guide to holiday tipping for building superintendents and staff
- [Food & Drink](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/food-drink/): Guide to American food culture, dining out, and understanding US food terminology
- [Getting Around](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/transport/): Guide to US transportation including public transit, rideshares, and driving
- [Co-working Spaces](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/co-working-space/): Guide to co-working options in US cities
- [Useful Apps](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/useful-apps/): Recommended apps for navigating life in America
- [Buying Property](https://americajosh.com/blog/general/buying-property-in-the-us-as-an-expat-advice-for-an-australians-new-home/): Guide to purchasing real estate in the US as an Australian expat, including financing, credit requirements, and legal considerations

## Community & Events

- [Upcoming Events](https://americajosh.com/events/): Calendar of Australian community events across the United States including Coffee with New Friends meetups, trivia nights, Big Aussie BBQ, webinars, and seasonal celebrations
- [Australian Events in the USA](https://americajosh.com/upcoming-australian-events-in-the-usa/): Comprehensive listing of Australian cultural, sporting, business, and community events happening throughout the US
- [Expat Communities](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/communities/): Directory of Australian and expat community groups, organizations, and networks across the US
- [Australians in New York City](https://americajosh.com/australians-in-the-usa/australians-in-new-york-city/): Resources, events, and community information specifically for Australians living in or moving to NYC
- [Join the Community](https://americajosh.com/join/): Free community membership with access to tips, news, events, and member-exclusive benefits including partner discounts

## About

- [About Josh Pugh](https://americajosh.com/about-me/): Background on Josh Pugh, the founder — a South Australian business founder, digital marketer, charity leader (President of Variety — the Children's Charity of New York), and community builder who moved to NYC in 2017 and launched America Josh
- [Contact & Media](https://americajosh.com/contact/): Contact information and media inquiries
- [Site Overview](https://americajosh.com/learn-more/): Full site map organized by stage of the expat journey — Before You Arrive, Setting Up, and Living Here

## Optional

- [Blog: Important Articles](https://americajosh.com/blog/category/important/): Time-sensitive and high-priority articles for the expat community
- [Blog: General Articles](https://americajosh.com/blog/category/general/): General interest articles about Australian expat life in America
- [Blog: Immigration Articles](https://americajosh.com/blog/category/immigration/): Articles specifically about immigration news, policy changes, and visa updates
- [Blog: Guides](https://americajosh.com/blog/category/guides/): Step-by-step practical guides for specific expat situations
- [Blog: Meet America You](https://americajosh.com/blog/category/meet-america-you/): Personal stories and profiles of Australians living in America
- [Australians Now Eligible for Global Entry](https://americajosh.com/blog/general/australians-now-eligible-for-global-entry-what-it-means-and-how-to-apply/): Detailed guide on the December 2025 Global Entry expansion to Australian citizens
- [W-8BEN & W-9 Guide](https://americajosh.com/blog/general/tell-bank-foreign-tax-information/): Guide to informing your bank about foreign tax information