The perfect Gifts for a memorable US Citizenship Celebration
Becoming a US citizen is a major milestone in every immigrant’s journey, which is often times a very long one. We’re talking months and years of waiting and hoping, filling out ungodly amounts of paperwork and paying immigration attorneys, who… you guessed it… aren’t cheap. Gaining citizenship is well worth a big party and here are a few ideas of what to gift a new American and take part of the celebration.
Undeportable T-shirt

Looking for a funny gift idea for a newly naturalized US citizen? In the style of a vintage wine label, this T-shirt is a witty way to celebrate their new citizenship and welcome them into their new home country. Gone is the fear of being deported for whatever reason.
Two Country 3D Flag Mirror with Engraving

Beautiful New Citizenship Bronze or Gray tinted mirror 3D flag with personalized engraving.
Any two countries! This absolutely stunning 16 x 11 inch piece features two 3D country flags mounted
on crisp clear unbreakable acrylic mirror.
US Citizenship & New Beginnings Christmas Ornament

Honor the momentous occasion of becoming a US citizen or embarking on a new journey in a different city or country with our beautifully crafted ornament. Whether it’s a celebration of your first Christmas as a US citizen, in a new city, or country, this custom ornament serves as a heartfelt memento of new beginnings and proud achievements.
Home Sweet Home Coffee Mug

This coffee mug is a meaningful gift idea for a newly naturalized US citizen, an exchange student that is returning home, a foreign co-worker, friend or neighbor who spent some time in the United States and anybody who is just proud of their dual citizenship. It reminds you of the good times in both countries, because they both feel like home now. You got the best of both worlds it seems. The hearts are filled with both the United States as well as your country’s flag symbolizes the your connection and love for both cultures.
Undeportable Beer Glass

Looking for a funny gift idea for a newly naturalized US citizen? This customized beer stein goes right into everyone’s collection and is a witty way to celebrate their new citizenship and welcome them into their new home country. Gone is the fear of being deported for whatever reason. Cheers to Freedom!
3 Places to See in NYC That Are Not in Your Tourist Guide
This is a guest post from Christina Loiacono. New York City is one of the most traveled-to and written-about cities in the world. Visitors come to see the tall buildings, gaze at the bright lights, and walk down Broadway. After being a resident for nearly five years, I can confirm that New York really is …
read moreA Review of InterNations.org
InterNations* is one of the biggest communities for expats worldwide. Founded in 2007 by three Germans – all of them expats – InterNations quickly grew and now unites more than 1 million expats and global minds in many countries around the world. Gerrit Baumann, who is one of the InterNations ambassadors here in Charlotte,...
read moreNathalie from Sint-Niklaas, Belgium
Meet Nathalie – a Belgium expat living in California with her husband. I had the pleasure to ask her a few questions about her journey through immigration, culture shocks and first impressions of her new home. Where are you from originally? I was born and raised in Sint-Niklaas, a small city in Flanders, Belgium. Why...
read moreAmericans about Soccer and some World Cup predictions
The World Cup is in full swing and if you’re an expat you are probably rooting for more than one team. In my case, I root for Germany and the USA. What a coincidence, that they are also in the same group and will play against each other next week. Go Germany!!! 🙂 As you’ve …
read moreGetting the Driver’s License… Again!
Have you been driving in your country for many years before moving to America? It does not matter much here and you’ll be seen as an inexperienced driver regardless. Not any more experienced as a 15 year old highschool student when it comes to driving. You probably know what that means for insurance premiums. And …
read moreToi from Chiang Mai, Thailand
The other day I got the chance to ask Toi from Thailand quite a few questions and she was so nice to really expand on them, giving you a lot of insight into the Thai culture and her experiences in the US. As always, the expat interview is not only interesting for people with...
read more14 American Mysteries I Haven’t Solved Yet
When was the last time you were really puzzled about typical American behavior? For example the obsession over the greenest lawn, cheese everything or the mysterious gap in bathroom stalls. I notice stuff like this all the time and while it’s sometimes frustrating (see 70 degrees), most of the time it’s just amusing. We...
read moreInterview with Ritu from New Delhi, India
I recently had the opportunity to ask Ritu from India a few questions. Indians are the third largest immigrant population in the U.S., so this interview will be very interesting for many expats. What I like a lot about Ritu is, that she gives us a lot of insight into the Indian culture and how...
read more911 vs. 311 – When to call what number
With all the new things going on in our lives as expats, we sometimes forget to learn some basic things that Americans learn while growing up here. One of these things is the correct use of the number 9-1-1. In American movies and TV shows it’s always related to a medical emergency, fire or to …
read moreMy 9 Biggest Struggles During my 1st Year in America
It would be too easy, if everything would go super smooth when moving into a foreign country. America is a great country, but there are also some things that can really challenge you during your first year. If you’re a seasoned expat, you know exactly what I’m talking about. True to the fact that you …
read more