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I wish I did too.. It literally keeps me up at night with regret. Although by now the permit probably wouldn't last this long anyway :( Thank you for your reply, greatly appreciated

I activated my diversity lottery green card at my POE in September of 2013. I was 21 at the time and had only saved up enough money to last, pending I secured a job and apartment; which I didn't while there. I came home with the intent to go back over after saving a better chunk of money, but...

You are absolutely right Martin, I do need to straighten out my circumstances first. And quickly, hopefully! Thank you so so much for your help, I really appreciate it!

Thank you SO SO much for your replies everyone! That helps a lot. I have one last question - if I am denied entry and somehow in the future strike gold and win the lottery again, will it be likely I can receive a second green card or be denied as I already received one and 'abandoned' it...

Hi! I was successful in the 2013 Lottery and travelled to the US in September of 2013 for a month to find an apartment, (hopefully) line up a job, sort out bank accounts, drivers license etc before I came back to Australia to tie up loose ends here before making the permanent move. I was not...

Apparently it's much easier to take the test in Culver City - so I'll definitely be doing it there! :) You're right, pilot season is January! Thank you for your well wishes, hoping for the best for you as well! It's an amazing place. A lot of people say negative things about LA but it depends...

It was just this month actually :) Moved over on the 3rd! Been a crazy couple of weeks! Still looking for the right apartment/roommate which has been an interesting process.. haha Have had a few driving lessons, because I was a little nervous just jumping onto the roads here without some...

Aw, I hope you find the perfect place really soon! I'm so glad your dog got there safely :) I don't have anywhere lined up in terms of accommodation :/ I've been trying to research places in Los Angeles but there's only so much I can do without actually being there :( It's tough. I think my...

Hello again everyone! Jess! So glad to hear your move went well!!!! I have one month left until I go! So excited and terrified!!!!!! Ahh! Starting to cross jobs off my list and organise everything.. looking at banks/insurance/accommodation etc. Getting a little stressful but looking forward...

Qewty, your positivity and grace is so admirable. I have so much respect for you and I truly believe that such a kind person like you will get what you're hoping for. I think the universe must just want you to finish your degree and then move! You will get to the US eventually, you're absolutely...

Oh no :( Thinking of you Qewty. There is always late selections later in the year. Badabingbada, yes you will certainly be traveling to Sydney for your interview. They're all conducted at the consulate there (I think it's kind of amazing how every person who has received this visa (or any...

Congrats badabingbada! Vichel is correct, it depends on your number. Vichel's number was 000007xx and interviewed in March. For comparison, my number was 0000098x and I was interviewed in late April. If you number was 2014OC00000001 then your interview would be in October and the higher it is...

Good luck guys! Results should be out by now.. Hope to hear positive news soon! Thinking of you all

Jess, I'm exactly the same! Not keen on drinking/partying and just that alone makes it a little harder to make new friends here. When I studied a bit in Sydney it was so easy to talk to people there about the industry and we all just had similar interests outside of acting as well (even if they...

I've already read it actually - it's fantastic! A lot of actor stuff, but so many useful tips for anyone moving there! Wow, bears and lions!? I suppose if there's a market for it! Haha yeah being in front of the camera is very daunting but my fear of not doing it is greater than my shyness...

I agree, that's a fantastic site! Once you get that Green Card it's 'official official' haha so exciting :) I believe that is correct - you shouldn't need that one anymore as it is only temporary anyway and will expire. Once you have that green card that is all your proof. Oh wow that's so...

Wow that would be a lot of Aussies.. Will be nice to hear the accent again though, I know ill miss it! Ooh ill have to join that group! And I have a picture of the piece of paper too... Haha TV writing that's awesome! Have you studied previously or hoping to there? :) Dog training would be...

Jess, totally agree! It's still so surreal but it is becoming more so each day, the more I plan etc. I think even when I'm there it won't feel real for a while! Opening my passport up and seeing the visa in there is awesome though. I also have a picture of it on my phone.. That's weird isn't it...

Qewty, you can check at midnight :) it'll be like counting down to New Years! Jess, I'm also pursuing work in the film industry! The US is definitely the place to be for that work! :) Jane, what date did you enter into the US? Since February this year, the USCIS has required that fee for all...

Congrats Jess! I'm so happy for you!!!! Such a relief, isn't it? So much weight is lifted when you hear 'congratulations' :) Aw Nicole, I know the feeling! Sending positive thoughts your way!