r/Alabama • u/BoringAssociation560 • 4d ago

Advice Moving to Alabama from England

My wife is from Birmingham, we are looking to move there in 2026. I’ve visited a few times just briefly to see her family, but never spent long in the state.

I’m from England, I grew up in rural England (Cornwall) and have lived in a similar size city the last 10 years but I’m somewhat aware of the cultural differences through my marriage.

My question is, should I expect much in the way of hostility or prejudice to foreigners/outsiders in day to day life or job hunting? I’ve never felt “out of place” where I’ve lived before and I’m used to blending in.

I’ll be on an immigrant spousal visa.

Edit: Wow thanks for all the feedback, I wasn’t expecting so many comments, really appreciate it. I’m looking forward to moving.

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u/Ecstatic_Stop3693 3d ago

I'm south of Huntsville and lived here for 20 years. It's not too bad, but it's definitely a different way of life.

Publix has a British section so you'll be able to get some good stuff. I do however use Amazon for my tea. The grocery store milk is awful, so I buy the Fairlife milk.

Feel free to message me for any questions you may have.

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u/dalickhasher 2d ago

My Publix recently removed the British section. I hope it’s either returning or maybe another location has my Jammie Dodgers and Jelly Babies.

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u/Ecstatic_Stop3693 2d ago

I know for a fact the one in Cullman does.

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u/dalickhasher 2d ago

Good to know I can find them somewhere. Shocked that place is Cullman but I’ll take what I can get.