Free USCIS I-864 PDF Form

Free USCIS I-864 PDF Form

The USCIS I-864 form, also known as the Affidavit of Support, is a legal document that ensures a sponsored immigrant will not become a public charge in the United States. By signing this form, the sponsor agrees to provide financial support to the immigrant, demonstrating their ability to meet specific income requirements. This form plays a crucial role in the immigration process, as it helps protect both the immigrant and the U.S. government from potential financial burdens.

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The USCIS I-864 form, commonly known as the Affidavit of Support, plays a crucial role in the immigration process for family-based visa applicants in the United States. This form is designed to demonstrate that a sponsor has the financial means to support their immigrant relative, ensuring that the individual will not become a public charge. By filling out the I-864, the sponsor commits to providing financial assistance, which can include income, assets, or a combination of both. The form requires detailed information about the sponsor’s income, household size, and any dependents, as well as evidence of financial capability, such as tax returns and pay stubs. Additionally, it outlines the responsibilities that come with sponsorship, including the potential for the sponsor to be held financially accountable for the immigrant’s needs. Understanding the I-864 is essential for anyone involved in the immigration process, as it not only affects the approval of the visa application but also has long-term implications for both the sponsor and the immigrant. Navigating this form can seem daunting, but with the right information and guidance, it can be managed effectively.

USCIS I-864 Sample

 

 

 

Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA

 

 

USCIS

 

 

 

 

Department of Homeland Security

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Form I-864

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OMB No. 1615-0075

 

 

 

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

 

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Affidavit of Support Submitter

 

 

 

 

Section 213A Review

Number of Support Affidavits in File

For

Petitioner

 

 

MEETS

DOES NOT MEET

1

 

2

 

 

 

 

1st Joint Sponsor

 

requirements

requirements

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USCIS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remarks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use

2nd Joint Sponsor

Reviewed By:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Only

Substitute Sponsor

Office:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5% Owner

 

Date (mm/dd/yyyy):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To be completed by an

 

Select this box if

 

 

Attorney State Bar Number

 

Attorney or Accredited Representative

 

Form G-28 or

 

 

 

(if applicable)

 

 

 

USCIS Online Account Number (if any)

attorney or accredited

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G-28I is attached.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

representative (if any).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

START HERE - Type or print in black ink.

Part 1. Basis For Filing Affidavit of Support

I,

,

am the sponsor submitting this affidavit of support because (Select only one box):

1.a.

 

I am the petitioner. I filed or am filing for the

 

Mailing Address

(USPS ZIP Code Lookup)

2.a. In Care Of Name

2.b. Street Number

and Name

 

 

 

immigration of my relative.

 

 

1.b.

 

 

I filed an alien worker petition on behalf of the

 

 

 

intending immigrant, who is related to me as my

1.c.

 

 

 

 

 

I have an ownership interest of at least 5 percent in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

which filed an alien worker petition on behalf of the

 

 

 

intending immigrant, who is related to me as my

 

 

 

 

1.d. I am the only joint sponsor.

2.c. Apt. 2.d. City or Town 2.e. State

2.g. Province

2.h. Postal Code

2.i. Country

Ste. Flr.

2.f. ZIP Code

1.e.

I am the

first

second of two joint sponsors.

1.f. The original petitioner is deceased. I am the substitute sponsor. I am the intending immigrant's

NOTE: If you are filing this form as a sponsor, you must include proof of your U.S. citizenship, U.S. national status, or lawful permanent resident status.

Part 2. Information About the Principal Immigrant

1.a. Family Name

(Last Name)

1.b. Given Name

(First Name)

Other Information

3.Country of Citizenship or Nationality

4.Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

5.Alien Registration Number (A-Number) (if any)

A-

6.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)

7.Daytime Telephone Number

1.c. Middle Name

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Part 3. Information About the Immigrants You Are Sponsoring

1.I am sponsoring the principal immigrant named in Part 2.

Yes

No (Applicable only if you are sponsoring

 

family members in Part 3. as the second

 

joint sponsor or if you are sponsoring

 

family members who are immigrating

 

more than six months after the principal

 

immigrant)

2. I am sponsoring the following family members immigrating at the same time or within six months of the principal immigrant named in Part 2. (Do not include any relative listed on a separate visa petition.)

3. I am sponsoring the following family members who are immigrating more than six months after the principal immigrant.

Family Member 1

4.a. Family Name

(Last Name)

4.b. Given Name

(First Name)

4.c. Middle Name

5.Relationship to Principal Immigrant

6. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

7.Alien Registration Number (A-Number) (if any)

A-

8.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)

Family Member 2

9.a. Family Name

(Last Name)

9.b. Given Name

(First Name)

9.c. Middle Name

10.Relationship to Principal Immigrant

11. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

12.Alien Registration Number (A-Number) (if any)

A-

13.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)

Family Member 3

14.a. Family Name

(Last Name)

14.b. Given Name

(First Name)

14.c. Middle Name

15.Relationship to Principal Immigrant

16.Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

17.Alien Registration Number (A-Number) (if any)

A-

18.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)

Family Member 4

19.a. Family Name

(Last Name)

19.b. Given Name

(First Name)

19.c. Middle Name

20.Relationship to Principal Immigrant

21.Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

22.Alien Registration Number (A-Number) (if any)

A-

23.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)

Family Member 5

24.a. Family Name

(Last Name)

24.b. Given Name

(First Name)

24.c. Middle Name

25.Relationship to Principal Immigrant

26.Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

27.Alien Registration Number (A-Number) (if any)

A-

28.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)

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Part 3. Information About the Immigrants You Are Sponsoring (continued)

Sponsor's Physical Address

29.Enter the total number of immigrants you are sponsoring on this affidavit which includes the principal immigrant listed in Part 2., any immigrants listed in Part 3., Item Numbers 1. - 28. and (if applicable), any immigrants listed for these questions in Part 11. Additional Information. Do not count the principal immigrant if you are only sponsoring family members entering more than 6 months after the principal immigrant.

Part 4. Information About You (Sponsor)

Sponsor's Full Name

4.a. Street Number

and Name

4.b. Apt. 4.c. City or Town 4.d. State

4.f. Province

4.g. Postal Code

4.h. Country

Ste. Flr.

4.e. ZIP Code

1.a. Family Name

(Last Name)

1.b. Given Name

(First Name)

1.c. Middle Name

Sponsor's Mailing Address

2.a. In Care Of Name

2.b. Street Number

and Name

Other Information

5.Country of Domicile

6. Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

7.

City or Town of Birth

8.

 

State or Province of Birth

9.

 

Country of Birth

2.c. Apt. 2.d. City or Town 2.e. State

2.g. Province

2.h. Postal Code

2.i. Country

Ste. Flr.

2.f. ZIP Code

10. U.S. Social Security Number (Required)

Citizenship or Residency

11.a. I am a U.S. citizen. 11.b. I am a U.S. national.

11.c. I am a lawful permanent resident.

12.Sponsor's A-Number (if any)

3.Is your current mailing address the same as your physical

address?

Yes

No

 

If you answered "No" to Item Number 3., provide your physical address in Item Numbers 4.a. - 4.h.

A-

13.Sponsor's USCIS Online Account Number (if any)

Military Service (To be completed by petitioner sponsors only.)

14.I am currently on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces

or U.S. Coast Guard.

Yes

No

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For

USCIS

Use

Only

Part 5. Sponsor's Household Size

5.

Retired Since (mm/dd/yyyy)

NOTE: Do not count any member of your household more

 

 

 

than once.

6.

Unemployed Since (mm/dd/yyyy)

Persons you are sponsoring in this affidavit:

1.Provide the number you entered in Part 3., Item Number

 

29.

 

Persons NOT sponsored in this affidavit:

 

2.

Yourself.

1

3.If you are currently married, enter "1" for your spouse.

4.If you have dependent children, enter the number here.

5.If you have any other dependents, enter the number here.

6.If you have sponsored any other persons on Form I-864 or Form I-864EZ who are now lawful permanent residents,

enter the number here.

7.OPTIONAL: If you have siblings, parents, or adult children with the same principal residence who are combining their income with yours by submitting Form

I-864A, enter the number here.

8.Add together Part 5., Item Numbers 1. - 7. and enter the number here.

Household Size:

1

Part 6. Sponsor's Employment and Income

I am currently:

1. Employed as a/an

2.Name of Employer 1

3.Name of Employer 2 (if applicable)

4. Self-Employed as a/an (Occupation)

7.My current individual annual income is:

$

Income you are using from any other person who was counted in your household size, including, in certain conditions, the intending immigrant. (See Form I-864 Instructions.) Please indicate name, relationship, and income.

Person 1

8.Name

9.Relationship

10. Current Income

$

Person 2

11.Name

12.Relationship

13. Current Income

$

Person 3

14.Name

15.Relationship

16. Current Income

$

Person 4

17.Name

18.Relationship

 

 

19. Current Income

$

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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5.b.
Name of Relative
5.a.
Assets from Form I-864A, Part 4., Item Number 3.d., for:
Add together Item Numbers 1. - 3. and enter the number
here.TOTAL: $
4.
Part 7. Use of Assets to Supplement Income (Optional)
If your income, or the total income for you and your household, from Part 6., Item Numbers 20. or 24.a. - 24.c., exceeds the Federal Poverty Guidelines for your household size, YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED to complete this Part 7. Skip to Part 8.
Your Assets (Optional)
1. Enter the balance of all savings and checking accounts.
$
2. Enter the net cash value of real-estate holdings. (Net value means current assessed value minus mortgage debt.)
$
3. Enter the net cash value of all stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit, and any other assets not already included in Item Number 1. or Item Number 2.
$

For

USCIS

Use

Only

Household Size

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Other

 

 

Poverty Guideline

Year: 2 0

Poverty Line:

$

Remarks

Part 6. Sponsor's Employment and Income

(continued)

20.My Current Annual Household Income (Total all lines from Part 6. Item Numbers 7., 10., 13., 16., and 19.; the total will be compared to Federal Poverty Guidelines on

Form I-864P.)

$

 

21.

22.

The people listed in Item Numbers 8., 11., 14., and

17.have completed Form I-864A. I am filing along with this affidavit all necessary Form I-864As completed by these people.

One or more of the people listed in Item Numbers 8., 11., 14., and 17. do not need to complete Form I-864A because he or she is the intending immigrant and has no accompanying dependents.

Name

Federal Income Tax Return Information

23.a. Have you filed a Federal income tax return for each of the

three most recent tax years?

Yes

No

NOTE: You MUST attach a photocopy or transcript of your Federal income tax return for only the most recent tax year.

23.b. (Optional) I have attached photocopies or transcripts of my Federal income tax returns for my second and third most recent tax years.

My total income (adjusted gross income on Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Form 1040EZ) as reported on my Federal income tax returns for the most recent three years was:

 

Tax Year

 

Total Income

24.a. Most Recent

 

$

 

24.b. 2nd Most Recent

 

$

 

 

 

24.c. 3rd Most Recent

 

$

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

25. I was not required to file a Federal income tax return as my income was below the IRS required level and I have attached evidence to support this.

Your household member's assets from Form I-864A

(optional).$

Assets of the principal sponsored immigrant (optional).

The principal sponsored immigrant is the person listed in Part 2., Item Numbers 1.a. - 1.c. Only include the assets if the principal immigrant is being sponsored by this affidavit of support.

6.Enter the balance of the principal immigrant's savings and

checking accounts.

$

 

7.Enter the net cash value of all the principal immigrant's real estate holdings. (Net value means investment value

minus mortgage debt.)

$

 

8.Enter the current cash value of the principal immigrant's stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit, and other assets not included in Item Number 6. or Item Number 7.

$

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Household Size

 

 

Poverty Guideline

Sponsor's Household Income

Remarks

For

1

2

3

 

 

Year:

2 0

 

 

(Page 5, Line 10)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USCIS

4

5

6

 

 

 

 

$

 

 

 

 

Use

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

8

9

 

 

Poverty Line:

The total value of all assets, line 10, must equal 5 times (3 times for spouses and children of

Only

 

 

 

$

 

 

 

 

USC's, or 1 time for orphans to be formally adopted in the U.S.) the difference between the

 

Other

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

poverty guidelines and the sponsor's household income, line 10.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What If I Choose Not to Sign Form I-864?

Part 7. Use of Assets to Supplement Income

(Optional) (continued)

The U.S. Government cannot make you sign Form 1-864 if you

9.

Add together Item Numbers 6. - 8. and enter the number

do not want to do so. But if you do not sign Form I-864, the

intending immigrant may not become a lawful permanent

 

here.

$

 

 

 

 

 

resident in the United States.

 

 

 

Total Value of Assets

 

 

What Does Signing Form I-864 Require Me To Do?

10.

Add together Item Numbers 4., 5.b., and 9. and enter the

If an intending immigrant becomes a lawful permanent resident

 

number here.

 

 

 

 

 

in the United States based on a Form I-864 that you have

 

 

TOTAL: $

 

 

 

 

signed, then, until your obligations under Form I-864 terminate,

 

 

 

 

you must:

Part 8. Sponsor's Contract, Statement, Contact

Information, Declaration, Certification, and

Signature

NOTE: Read the Penalties section of the Form I-864 Instructions before completing this part.

Sponsor's Contract

Please note that, by signing this Form I-864, you agree to assume certain specific obligations under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and other Federal laws. The following paragraphs describe those obligations. Please read the following information carefully before you sign Form I-864. If you do not understand the obligations, you may wish to consult an attorney or accredited representative.

What is the Legal Effect of My Signing Form I-864?

If you sign Form I-864 on behalf of any person (called the intending immigrant) who is applying for an immigrant visa or for adjustment of status to a lawful permanent resident, and that intending immigrant submits Form I-864 to the U.S. Government with his or her application for an immigrant visa or adjustment of status, under INA section 213A, these actions create a contract between you and the U.S. Government. The intending immigrant becoming a lawful permanent resident is the consideration for the contract.

Under this contract, you agree that, in deciding whether the intending immigrant can establish that he or she is not inadmissible to the United States as a person likely to become a public charge, the U.S. Government can consider your income and assets as available for the support of the intending immigrant.

A.Provide the intending immigrant any support necessary to maintain him or her at an income that is at least 125 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for his or her household size (100 percent if you are the petitioning sponsor and are on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces or U.S. Coast Guard, and the person is your husband, wife, or unmarried child under 21 years of age); and

B.Notify U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of any change in your address, within 30 days of the change, by filing Form I-865.

What Other Consequences Are There?

If an intending immigrant becomes a lawful permanent resident in the United States based on a Form I-864 that you have signed, then, until your obligations under Form I-864 terminate, the U.S. Government may consider (deem) your income and assets as available to that person, in determining whether he or she is eligible for certain Federal means-tested public benefits and also for state or local means-tested public benefits, if the state or local government's rules provide for consideration (deeming) of your income and assets as available to the person.

This provision does not apply to public benefits specified in section 403(c) of the Welfare Reform Act such as emergency Medicaid, short-term, non-cash emergency relief; services provided under the National School Lunch and Child Nutrition Acts; immunizations and testing and treatment for communicable diseases; and means-tested programs under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.

What If I Do Not Fulfill My Obligations?

If you do not provide sufficient support to the person who becomes a lawful permanent resident based on a Form I-864 that you signed, that person may sue you for this support.

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Part 8. Sponsor's Contract, Statement, Contact

Information, Declaration, Certification, and

Signature (continued)

If a Federal, state, local, or private agency provided any covered means-tested public benefit to the person who becomes a lawful permanent resident based on a Form I-864 that you signed, the agency may ask you to reimburse them for the amount of the benefits they provided. If you do not make the reimbursement, the agency may sue you for the amount that the agency believes you owe.

If you are sued, and the court enters a judgment against you, the person or agency that sued you may use any legally permitted procedures for enforcing or collecting the judgment. You may also be required to pay the costs of collection, including attorney fees.

If you do not file a properly completed Form I-865 within 30 days of any change of address, USCIS may impose a civil fine for your failing to do so.

When Will These Obligations End?

Your obligations under a Form I-864 that you signed will end if the person who becomes a lawful permanent resident based on that affidavit:

A.Becomes a U.S. citizen;

B.Has worked, or can receive credit for, 40 quarters of coverage under the Social Security Act;

C.No longer has lawful permanent resident status and has departed the United States;

D.Is subject to removal, but applies for and obtains, in removal proceedings, a new grant of adjustment of status, based on a new affidavit of support, if one is required; or

E.Dies.

NOTE: Divorce does not terminate your obligations under Form I-864.

Your obligations under a Form I-864 that you signed also end if you die. Therefore, if you die, your estate is not required to take responsibility for the person's support after your death. However, your estate may owe any support that you accumulated before you died.

Sponsor's Statement

NOTE: Select the box for either Item Number 1.a. or 1.b. If applicable, select the box for Item Number 2.

1.a. I can read and understand English, and I have read and understand every question and instruction on this affidavit and my answer to every question.

1.b.

The interpreter named in Part 9. read to me every

 

question and instruction on this affidavit and my

 

answer to every question in

 

 

,

 

a language in which I am fluent, and I understood

 

 

everything.

2.

At my request, the preparer named in Part 10.,

 

 

,

 

prepared this affidavit for me based only upon

 

 

information I provided or authorized.

Sponsor's Contact Information

3.Sponsor's Daytime Telephone Number

4.Sponsor's Mobile Telephone Number (if any)

5.Sponsor's Email Address (if any)

Sponsor's Declaration and Certification

Copies of any documents I have submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered, original documents, and I understand that USCIS or the U.S. Department of State (DOS) may require that I submit original documents to USCIS or DOS at a later date. Furthermore, I authorize the release of any information from any and all of my records that USCIS or DOS may need to determine my eligibility for the benefit that I seek.

I furthermore authorize release of information contained in this affidavit, in supporting documents, and in my USCIS or DOS records, to other entities and persons where necessary for the administration and enforcement of U.S. immigration law.

I certify, under penalty of perjury, that all of the information in my affidavit and any document submitted with it were provided or authorized by me, that I reviewed and understand all of the information contained in, and submitted with, my affidavit and that all of this information is complete, true, and correct.

A.I know the contents of this affidavit of support that I signed;

B.I have read and I understand each of the obligations described in Part 8., and I agree, freely and without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion, to accept each of those obligations in order to make it possible for the immigrants indicated in Part 3. to become lawful permanent residents of the United States;

C.I agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of any Federal or state court that has subject matter jurisdiction of a lawsuit against me to enforce my obligations under this Form I-864;

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Part 8. Sponsor's Contract, Statement, Contact Information, Declaration, Certification, and

Interpreter's Mailing Address

Signature (continued)

D.Each of the Federal income tax returns submitted in support of this affidavit are true copies, or are unaltered tax transcripts, of the tax returns I filed with the IRS;

E.I understand that, if I am related to the sponsored immigrant by marriage, the termination of the marriage (by divorce, dissolution, annulment, or other legal process) will not relieve me of my obligations under this Form I-864; and

F.I authorize the Social Security Administration to release information about me in its records to USCIS and DOS.

3.a. Street Number

and Name

3.b. Apt. 3.c. City or Town 3.d. State

3.f. Province

3.g. Postal Code

3.h. Country

Ste. Flr.

3.e. ZIP Code

Sponsor's Signature

6.a. Sponsor's Signature

6.b. Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)

NOTE TO ALL SPONSORS: If you do not completely fill out this affidavit or fail to submit required documents listed in the Instructions, USCIS or DOS may deny your affidavit.

Part 9. Interpreter's Contact Information, Certification, and Signature

Provide the following information about the interpreter.

Interpreter's Full Name

1.a. Interpreter's Family Name (Last Name)

1.b. Interpreter's Given Name (First Name)

2.Interpreter's Business or Organization Name (if any)

Interpreter's Contact Information

4.Interpreter's Daytime Telephone Number

5.Interpreter's Mobile Telephone Number (if any)

6.Interpreter's Email Address (if any)

Interpreter's Certification

I certify, under penalty of perjury, that:

 

I am fluent in English and

,

which is the same language specified in Part 8., Item Number 1.b., and I have read to this sponsor in the identified language every question and instruction on this affidavit and his or her answer to every question. The sponsor informed me that he or she understands every instruction, question, and answer on the affidavit, including the Sponsor's Declaration and Certification, and has verified the accuracy of every answer.

Interpreter's Signature

7.a. Interpreter's Signature

7.b. Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)

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Part 10. Contact Information, Declaration, and Signature of the Person Preparing this Affidavit, if Other Than the Sponsor

Provide the following information about the preparer.

Preparer's Full Name

1.a. Preparer's Family Name (Last Name)

1.b. Preparer's Given Name (First Name)

2.Preparer's Business or Organization Name (if any)

Preparer's Mailing Address

Preparer's Statement

7.a.

I am not an attorney or accredited representative but

 

have prepared this affidavit on behalf of the sponsor

 

and with the sponsor's consent.

7.b.

I am an attorney or accredited representative and my

 

representation of the sponsor in this case

 

 

extends

 

does not extend beyond the

 

 

 

preparation of this affidavit.

NOTE: If you are an attorney or accredited representative, you may be obliged to submit a completed Form G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative, or G-28I, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney In Matters Outside the Geographical Confines of the United States, with this affidavit.

3.a. Street Number

and Name

3.b. Apt. 3.c. City or Town 3.d. State

3.f. Province

3.g. Postal Code

3.h. Country

Ste. Flr.

3.e. ZIP Code

Preparer's Certification

By my signature, I certify, under penalty of perjury, that I prepared this affidavit at the request of the sponsor. The sponsor then reviewed this completed affidavit and informed me that he or she understands all of the information contained in, and submitted with, his or her affidavit, including the Sponsor's Declaration and Certification, and that all of this information is complete, true, and correct. I completed this affidavit based only on information that the sponsor provided to me or authorized me to obtain or use.

Preparer's Signature

8.a. Preparer's Signature

Preparer's Contact Information

4.Preparer's Daytime Telephone Number

5.Preparer's Mobile Telephone Number (if any)

6.Preparer's Email Address (if any)

8.b. Date of Signature (mm/dd/yyyy)

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Part 11. Additional Information

If you need extra space to provide any additional information within this affidavit, use the space below. If you need more space than what is provided, you may make copies of this page to complete and file with this affidavit or attach a separate sheet of paper. Type or print your name and A-Number (if any) at the top of each sheet; indicate the Page Number, Part Number, and Item Number to which your answer refers; and sign and date each sheet.

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Form I-864 Edition 03/10/21

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Documents used along the form

The USCIS I-864 form, also known as the Affidavit of Support, is an essential document for individuals seeking to sponsor a family member for a green card in the United States. This form demonstrates that the sponsor has sufficient financial resources to support the immigrant, ensuring they will not become reliant on government assistance. Along with the I-864, several other forms and documents are often required to complete the application process. Below is a list of these important documents.

  • I-130 Petition for Alien Relative: This form is the initial step in the family-based immigration process. It establishes the relationship between the U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and the relative seeking to immigrate.
  • I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status: If the relative is already in the U.S., this form allows them to apply for a green card without having to leave the country. It is often filed concurrently with the I-130.
  • Bill of Sale: A Colorado Bill of Sale form is essential for documenting the transfer of ownership within Colorado and can be obtained from coloradoforms.com/.
  • Tax Returns and W-2 Forms: Sponsors must provide copies of their most recent tax returns and W-2 forms. This documentation helps verify the sponsor's income and financial stability, which is crucial for the I-864.
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency: Sponsors need to submit evidence of their citizenship or lawful permanent resident status. This can include a U.S. passport, birth certificate, or green card.
  • Employment Verification Letter: A letter from the sponsor’s employer can be included to confirm their employment status and income. This letter should detail the sponsor's job title, salary, and length of employment.

Each of these documents plays a vital role in the immigration process. Together, they help ensure that the application is complete and that the sponsor is capable of supporting their relative financially. Proper preparation and submission of these forms can significantly influence the outcome of the immigration petition.

Key takeaways

  • The I-864 form is essential for sponsorship in family-based immigration cases. It establishes that the sponsor has the financial means to support the immigrant.

  • Ensure that all income and assets reported on the form are accurate and well-documented. This includes providing tax returns and proof of employment.

  • Use the correct version of the form. USCIS updates forms periodically, so always check for the latest version before submission.

  • Be aware of the income requirements. The sponsor must demonstrate that their income is at least 125% of the federal poverty guidelines for their household size.

  • Submit the I-864 form along with the immigrant's application package. Delays can occur if it is missing or incomplete.

Form Overview

Fact Name Description
Purpose The I-864 form is used to demonstrate that an immigrant has adequate financial support from a sponsor.
Eligibility U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can act as sponsors for the I-864 form.
Income Requirement The sponsor must have an income that is at least 125% of the federal poverty guidelines for their household size.
Joint Sponsors If the primary sponsor does not meet the income requirement, a joint sponsor can submit a separate I-864 form.
Binding Contract Signing the I-864 creates a legally binding contract between the sponsor and the U.S. government.
Duration of Support The sponsor's financial obligation lasts until the immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen or can be credited with 40 quarters of work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the USCIS I-864 form?

The USCIS I-864 form, also known as the Affidavit of Support, is a document required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for certain immigration processes. This form is used to demonstrate that an immigrant has adequate financial support and will not become a public charge in the United States. It is typically submitted by a sponsor who is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Who needs to file the I-864 form?

The I-864 form must be filed by a sponsor for most family-based immigration petitions and some employment-based petitions. Specifically, it is required when a U.S. citizen or permanent resident is petitioning for a relative to obtain a green card. The sponsor must be at least 18 years old and reside in the United States.

What are the income requirements for the I-864 form?

The sponsor's income must meet or exceed 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for their household size. For active military members, the requirement is 100% of the guidelines. Household size includes the sponsor, the immigrant, and any dependents. The guidelines are updated annually, so it is essential to check the current figures when completing the form.

Can I use assets to meet the income requirement?

Yes, assets can be used to supplement income when meeting the financial requirements of the I-864 form. If the sponsor's income is below the required threshold, they may include assets such as savings accounts, real estate, or other investments. The total value of these assets must equal five times the difference between the sponsor's income and the required income level.

What happens if the sponsor's financial situation changes?

If the sponsor's financial situation changes significantly after filing the I-864 form, they must inform USCIS. A change in income or employment status could affect the sponsor's ability to support the immigrant. If the sponsor can no longer meet the requirements, it may lead to complications in the immigration process.

How long does the I-864 obligation last?

The obligation to support the immigrant lasts until one of the following occurs: the immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen, the immigrant has worked 40 qualifying quarters (approximately 10 years), or the immigrant leaves the United States permanently. The sponsor remains responsible for financial support even if the relationship ends.

What documents should accompany the I-864 form?

When submitting the I-864 form, the sponsor must include several supporting documents, such as:

  • Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status (e.g., a birth certificate, passport, or green card)
  • Tax returns for the last three years
  • W-2 forms or 1099 forms
  • Evidence of current employment and income (e.g., pay stubs or an employment verification letter)

Where do I submit the I-864 form?

The I-864 form should be submitted along with the immigrant's visa application package to the appropriate USCIS office or consulate. The specific submission address may vary based on the type of application and the applicant's location. It is crucial to follow the instructions provided on the USCIS website or in the application package.

Can the I-864 form be filed electronically?

As of now, the I-864 form must be filed in paper format. However, USCIS is gradually transitioning to electronic filing for various forms. It is advisable to check the USCIS website for updates regarding electronic filing options for the I-864 form.

Misconceptions

  • Misconception 1: The I-864 form is only required for immediate relatives.

    This is incorrect. The I-864, also known as the Affidavit of Support, is required for various family-based immigration categories, not just immediate relatives. It applies to most family members seeking to immigrate to the United States, including spouses, children, and siblings.

  • Misconception 2: Any income can be used to meet the requirements of the I-864.

    This is misleading. Only specific types of income count towards the requirements of the I-864. Qualifying income typically includes wages, salaries, and certain government benefits, while non-recurring income or assets may not be sufficient on their own.

  • Misconception 3: Once the I-864 is submitted, the sponsor has no further obligations.

    This is not true. Signing the I-864 creates a legally binding contract between the sponsor and the U.S. government. The sponsor must support the immigrant financially until they become a U.S. citizen, can be credited with 40 quarters of work, or no longer need support.

  • Misconception 4: The I-864 form guarantees that the immigrant will receive government benefits.

    This is inaccurate. The I-864 does not provide the immigrant with a right to government benefits. It primarily serves to ensure that the immigrant will not become a public charge. The sponsor is responsible for supporting the immigrant, but this does not entitle the immigrant to receive government assistance.

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