The Brit View - RVing in the USA

Last updated May 2009 (originally compiled December 2006)

We’re Keith and Marie, our home is in England (UK/GB). I'm 62, Marie is 58.

We started our trip in July 2004. We still enjoy the RV life-style and are now parked up in Arizona after the winter 2008/2009.  Further travelling is planned for summer 2009 commencing late June....

We own a 1 Ton, long-box Chevvy Silverado dually with a Duramax turbo-diesel engine / Allison auto-transmission power train. This tows our home, a 36 foot (11.5 metre internally) fifth wheel trailer with three slides. The trailer is rated at 14,000 lbs (6300Kg) gross vehicle weight. (On the road it weighs approximately 13,000lbs). Both were bought in Houston, Texas.

Some of the issues we have faced before and during our trip are listed on the menu. Although we are Brits, many aspects will be similar for other non-US travelers. They are listed in no particular order of importance.

Most of what you read here we have experienced personally. Original information has been updated wherever possible but it is important to check the current situation and how details apply to yourself.

Security and immigration issues remain a major concern for government in the USA. Changes or updates are likely in the future.

New regulations were introduced January 2009 for Visa Waiver Travellers (see 'Entering the USA')

Would-be travellers should check carefully that information on these pages is still current and relevant.