Thanks all, I do not have a JAA, but researching the best place (and least expensive way) to get it. Starting a good job here in the states that will get me the heavy experience to get the CAA UK registered limit license, and am in no rush to leave this good job. I agree with getting a work visa. The UK points system will be an obstacle, but maybe it works better than I'm thinking. This is a long term goal for me, and for the family. Really my wife and I have been enamored with the possibility of living in the UK during our honeymoon years ago (I know, not the typical beach and sunshine, but it was amazing). My big idea and reason for asking with this forum is trying to find out if I can get hired by a US company who will base me in the UK. Not sure if the Cathay, Atlas companies would help sponsor a pilot to get a work visa, or if there is some other conditional permit with their bases, or if you're on your own. Thanks again everybody, Melu, thanks for your willingness to help out and get me in contact with a CP. As we all know it's who you know.