Links

Below are links to web sites and web resources which you may find helpful.
(Note: A link does *not* represent an endorsement.)


Corporate Sponsors



Assisstance for US Citizens Abroad

Founded in 1931, FAWCO is a non-partisan, not-for-profit corporation that serves as an umbrella network linking over 75 independent American and international volunteer organizations for citizens living overseas.
The FVAP provides absentee Voting Assistance to Uniformed Services Members and Overseas Citizens, and provides a list of 10 things you can do to ensure your absentee vote is counted. Responsibility has no borders. Vote!
Register to vote online with the Overseas Vote Foundation (OVF), an official partner of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS).
Find out about retirement, medicare and disability and apply for your benefits online.
Download all your tax forms online.
The State Department issues Public Announcements to disseminate information quickly about terrorist threats and other relatively short-term conditions that pose significant risks or disruptions to Americans.
The AARO provides a wealth of information for US citizens living abroad. The site includes links to the IRS, State Department, Customs, Social Security Administration and more.


English Language Newspapers Online

International news, analysis, opinion and breaking news. International Herald Tribune, the world's daily newspaper online.
Breaking News, World News & Multimedia -
Online edition of the newspaper's news and commentary.
Nation, world, technology and Washington area daily. Offers news, opinion, sports, arts and living and entertainment. Includes archives since 1977 and subscription information.
NewspaperLinks.com, hosted by the Newspaper Association of America, is the official gateway to local American newspaper sites on the Web.
A large collection of links to all the British newspapers online.



Miscellaneous



Member Clubs

AIT is a non-profit, English-speaking expatriate service and social organization, run exclusively by volunteers, that welcomes families, couples and individuals of all nationalities, living in or visiting the Toulouse area, whatever the length of their stay.
The American Society of Sydney (AMSOC) was founded in 1922 as a place for Americans living in Sydney to gather, meet, acclimate to life in and around Sydney and celebrate American culture from afar. From then to now, we are still going strong!
Americans in Alsace functions as a support system by helping individuals and families identify with and integrate into the culture of eastern France. AIA promotes interest and awareness of local lifestyle through various association activities and helps members to develop new friendships and feel connected to the community, fostering a sense of familiarity in new surroundings. We cooperate with other English and French speaking associations, which, in turn, expand our local network.
AABC is a professional networking organization whose main purpose is to improve business to business contacts between Dutch and American businesses. The club consists primarily of American and Dutch professional people but also includes a broad variety of nationalities and professional backgrounds.
The American Society of Barcelona functions as a non-political and non-profit organization and strives to be the focal point for people who are interested in developing and maintaining business and social relationships in an international environment.
The American Society of Bogotá was established in May 1939 to promote Goodwill, Understanding and Community Spirit among Colombians and US Citizens residing in Colombia. In 1972, The American Society of Bogotá began its scholarship program for underprivileged children of Colombia. Since then, over 800 children have been educated with funds raised through our Annual Dinner Dance, Golf and Tennis Tournaments, the US Embassy Picnic, as well as other fund raising activities.
For over 80 years the American Club of Brussels has been the pre-eminent social and professional club in Brussels. With members from more than 20 countries, the American Club of Brussels offers unique opportunities for social and business friendships and networking in Brussels, the Capital of Europe.
The Vision of the American Club of Buenos Aires is to create a social, cultural, educational and business environment, that is conducive to fellowship between people and companies of all nations.
The objectives of the Society are to integrate the Colombian and international community resident in the Cali area, to strengthen relations between Colombia and the U.S., to promote business and social development in the Valle del Cauca, to organize and participate in programs of social interest to its members and to engage in such charitable work as the facilities and funds of the Society permit.
The Club is a focal point to meet people, make friends and participate in events of a business, social, civic and charitable nature all in a relaxed convivial atmosphere.
The purpose of the Club is to enhance the professional and social relations between American nationals, companies, organizations, and residents of Hamburg and Northern Germany.
The American Society of Jalisco A.C. (AmSoc) is a private, non-profit organization, Asociación Civil. Membership is open to anyone interested in joining, regardless of nationality, culture, or religion. Our primary purpose is to serve the needs of the English-speaking community in the Guadalajara and surrounding areas.
The American Club of Lille supports and serves the network of Americans and kindred spirits living in Northern France by providing resources.
The membership can be proud of the role the American Club of Lisbon has played in the international community in Portugal during the last 57 years. It is important to recognize, however, that while the people who have been the driving forces behind the Club have been predominantly business and professional people, the overriding theme of Club activity has been the human sphere of international relations, goodwill and understanding between people and cultures.
The objects of the Society are the promotion of patriotic and social life among Americans residing in or near London, and the promotion of good fellowship between the people of the United States and of Great Britain.
The Swiss American Society of Lucerne is an active meeting place for Swiss residents, visiting Americans or those working here on assignment. It is in this English speaking group where each member can find something of interest be it social, cultural or economic.
The American Club of Lyon was founded in 1987 by a group of American families who wanted to create an official organization to represent the expatriate American community in the Lyon area. We also work to support the American expatriate community at large, mainly through our global Federation of American Clubs: FAWCO
The American Club of Madrid is the focal point for Americans, Spaniards and third-country nationals who are interested in developing and maintaining business, professional and social relationships within the international environment.
The American Society of Mexico, A.C. unites people of different nationalities through social, civic and cultural activities in Mexico.
AMERICANS in MONTREAL (AiM) is a non-profit association of U.S. Citizens that promotes strong business and social ties among our members as well as with Montreal's business community.
The American Club of Paris, France's oldest non-diplomatic American institution, has always had a dual purpose: to provide Americans living in and around Paris with opportunities to meet, and at the same time, to preserve the special ties America has had with France for more that two centuries.
For English speaking persons who are living in or visiting Panama, the American Society of Panama is the organization to become involved with. It is a haven for the English-speaking community, especially those persons who are interested in our social and cultural outreach programs.
The American and Canadian Association of Peru is an organization dedicated to affording American and Canadian citizens the opportunity to enjoy the culture and heritage of their native countries while enjoying and adapting to the customs and history of Peru.
The American Club is a place where members can lunch, hold meetings and private luncheons, breakfast meetings, events etc. in complete privacy in downtown Rio de Janeiro.
The Club seeks to provide Americans living and working on the French Riviera with a comfortable environment to come together to exchange views and information about life on the Riviera from the American perspective.
The purpose of the Club is to encourage Americans, Italians, and citizens of other countries to meet in a congenial, relaxed atmosphere and to provide its members an opportunity to enjoy mutual interests and experiences through cultural, educational and social exchanges.
Founded in 1905, the American Club of Sweden is based on the principle of promoting the American spirit of hospitality and cooperation in Sweden.
Reflecting a blend of international culture, The American Club aims to provide high quality and distinctive service and facilities to Members of all nationalities in warm and elegant surroundings for personal and business entertainment with their families and guests.
The principal objectives of ACZ are to promote a community spirit among American and Canadian residents of the Zurich area, to assist Americans and Canadians in their adjustment to a new culture, to foster fellowship and promote friendly relationships among the Members of ACZ and between them and their host community, and to maintain good relations and cooperate with other organizations in Zurich with similar goals or purposes.
Our growing organisation was founded in 1939, and is open to anyone wanting to promote understanding and friendship between our countries. We offer regular social and networking functions, support exchange opportunities, celebrate the significant American holidays with special events, and encourage cooperation in science, education, commerce, and the arts. Visit the membership section and learn how you can join our fun and cordial society.
The American Club of Valencia is an organization and resource for Americans living in and around Valencia, Spain. The club was founded in the late 1980's and has grown steadily every year since.
La Sociedad Americana de El Salvador, fundada en 1951, es una organización sin fines de lucro. Nuestros miembros han celebrado tradiciones americanas juntos desde esa fecha.
The American Club was established in Auckland in 1966. Since then it has continuously provided a social venue for persons sharing an interest in America. The club holds regular monthly meetings, including activities and events that mark Memorial Day, Independence Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, as well as local activities and sporting occasions. Through its 'Friendship Award' program it seeks to support friendship and understanding between the peoples of the United States and New Zealand.