Where will I stay when I arrive at my place of employment?
Accommodation will be arranged before you depart, in most instances your employer will have arranged it.

How would I file my taxes?
The easiest option is to make use of a company called Taxback who have offices around the world including South Africa and virtually everything is done through there website. www.taxback.com

How do I go about making a claim against my insurance?
Simply call + 27 11 541 1303 and a consultant will direct you to the nearest approved service provider i.e. doctors, dentists etc. Should it be an emergency then the hospital will call on your behalf

How do I apply for my social security no?
Simply visit the nearest social security office (address will be provided) to your place of employment with your passport, I-94 card (obtained on the plane) and your DS-2019 and one photo minimum one year old.

What's the best way to get around the USA?
Travelling around the US is cheap and you have many options including train (AMTRAK) and bus ( GREYHOUND) and for long distances there are many low cost airlines, Jet Blue, AirTran, United, SouthWest, US Airways etc.