Fill in a Valid USCIS I-864 Form
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Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA |
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Affidavit of Support Submitter

Petitioner

1st Joint Sponsor

2nd Joint Sponsor

Substitute Sponsor

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►START HERE - Type or print in black ink.
Part 1. Basis For Filing Affidavit of Support
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am the sponsor submitting this affidavit of support because (Select only one box):
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I am the petitioner. I filed or am filing for the |
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immigration of my relative. |
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I filed an alien worker petition on behalf of the |
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intending immigrant, who is related to me as my |
Mailing Address |
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2.a. In Care Of Name
2.b. Street Number
and Name
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Apt. 
Ste. 
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2.d. City or Town
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I have an ownership interest of at least 5 percent in |
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which filed an alien worker petition on behalf of the |
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intending immigrant, who is related to me as my |
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I am the only joint sponsor. |
2.e. State
2.g. Province
2.h. Postal Code 2.i. Country
2.f. ZIP Code
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second of two joint sponsors. |
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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.
Other Information
3.Country of Citizenship or Nationality
4.Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)
5.Alien Registration Number
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Part 2. Information About the Principal Immigrant
1.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
1.b. Given Name
(First Name)
1.c. Middle Name
6.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)
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7.Daytime Telephone Number
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Part 3. Information About the Immigrants You Are Sponsoring
1.I am sponsoring the principal immigrant named in Part 2.
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No (Applicable only if you are sponsoring |
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family members in Part 3. as the second |
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joint sponsor or if you are sponsoring |
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family members who are immigrating |
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more than six months after the principal |
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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
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8.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)
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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
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13.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)
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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
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18.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)
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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
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23.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)
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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
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28.USCIS Online Account Number (if any)
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Part 3. Information About the Immigrants You Are Sponsoring (continued)
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 |
Sponsor's Physical Address
4.a. Street Number
and Name
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4.c. City or Town
sponsoring family members entering more than 6 months |
after the principal immigrant. |
Part 4. Information About You (Sponsor)
Sponsor's Full Name
4.d. State
4.f. Province
4.g. Postal Code
4.h. Country
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
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2.g. Province
2.h. Postal Code
2.i. Country
3.Is your current mailing address the same as your physical
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If you answered "No" to Item Number 3., provide your physical address in Item Numbers 4.a. - 4.h.
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
10.U.S. Social Security Number (Required)
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I am a U.S. national. |
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I am a lawful permanent resident. |
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12.Sponsor's
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13.Sponsor's USCIS Online Account Number (if any)
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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. |
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Part 5. Sponsor's Household Size
NOTE: Do not count any member of your household more than once.
Persons you are sponsoring in this affidavit:
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Retired Since (mm/dd/yyyy)
Unemployed Since (mm/dd/yyyy)
1.Provide the number you entered in Part 3., Item Number
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Persons NOT sponsored in this affidavit:
2. Yourself.
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
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
8.Add together Part 5., Item Numbers 1. - 7. and enter the number here.
Household Size:
Part 6. Sponsor's Employment and Income
I am currently:
1. Employed as a/an
2.Name of Employer 1
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
Person 1
8.Name
9.Relationship
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Person 3
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15.Relationship
16. Current Income |
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Person 4
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Poverty Guideline
Year: 2 0
Poverty Line:
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Remarks
Part 6. Sponsor's Employment and Income
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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
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17.have completed Form
22. One or more of the people listed in Item Numbers 8., 11., 14., and 17. do not need to complete Form
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Federal Income Tax Return Information
23.a. Have you filed a Federal income tax return for each of the
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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:
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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.
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
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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.
$
4.Add together Item Numbers 1. - 3. and enter the number
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Assets from Form
5.a. Name of Relative
5.b. Your household member's assets from Form
(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. |
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7.Enter the net cash value of all the principal immigrant's real estate holdings. (Net value means investment value
minus mortgage debt.) |
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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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Add together Item Numbers 6. - 8. and enter the number |
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Part 8. Sponsor's Contract, Statement, Contact
Information, Declaration, Certification, and
Signature
NOTE: Read the Penalties section of the Form
Sponsor's Contract
Please note that, by signing this Form
What is the Legal Effect of My Signing Form
If you sign Form
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
What Other Consequences Are There?
If an intending immigrant becomes a lawful permanent resident in the United States based on a Form
This provision does not apply to public benefits specified in section 403(c) of the Welfare Reform Act such as emergency Medicaid,
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
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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
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
When Will These Obligations End?
Your obligations under a Form
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
Your obligations under a Form
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.
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I can read and understand English, and I have read |
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affidavit and my answer to every question. |
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The interpreter named in Part 9. read to me every |
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question and instruction on this affidavit and my |
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answer to every question in |
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a language in which I am fluent, and I understood |
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At my request, the preparer named in Part 10., |
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prepared this affidavit for me based only upon |
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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
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Part 8. Sponsor's Contract, Statement, Contact Information, Declaration, Certification, and
Signature (continued)
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Each of the Federal income tax returns submitted in |
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support of this affidavit are true copies, or are |
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unaltered tax transcripts, of the tax returns I filed |
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Interpreter's Mailing Address
3.a. Street Number
and Name
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Apt. 
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I understand that, if I am related to the sponsored |
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immigrant by marriage, the termination of the |
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marriage (by divorce, dissolution, annulment, or |
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other legal process) will not relieve me of my |
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obligations under this Form |
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I authorize the Social Security Administration to |
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3.d. State
3.f. Province
3.g. Postal Code
3.h. Country
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:
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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
3.a. Street Number
and Name
3.b. 
Apt. 
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3.c. City or Town
Preparer's Statement
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I am not an attorney or accredited representative but |
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and with the sponsor's consent. |
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I am an attorney or accredited representative and my |
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representation of the sponsor in this case |
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preparation of this affidavit.
NOTE: If you are an attorney or accredited representative, you may be obliged to submit a completed Form
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
3.d. State
3.f. Province
3.g. Postal Code
3.h. Country
3.e. ZIP Code
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
1.a. Family Name
(Last Name)
1.b. Given Name
(First Name)
1.c. Middle Name
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Document Information
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| Purpose | The I-864 form, also known as the Affidavit of Support, is used to demonstrate that a sponsor can financially support an immigrant. |
| Eligibility | U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can act as sponsors by completing this form. |
| Income Requirement | The sponsor must show an income that is at least 125% of the federal poverty guidelines for their household size. |
| Binding Nature | The I-864 is a legally binding contract, meaning the sponsor is responsible for supporting the immigrant financially. |
| State-Specific Forms | Some states may have additional requirements, but the I-864 is governed by federal law under the Immigration and Nationality Act. |
| Submission | The completed form must be submitted to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as part of the immigration process. |
USCIS I-864 - Usage Guidelines
After gathering the necessary documents and information, you are ready to fill out the USCIS I-864 form. This form is essential for those sponsoring an immigrant. Completing it accurately is crucial for the immigration process to proceed smoothly. Follow these steps to ensure you fill out the form correctly.
- Begin with your personal information. Fill in your full name, address, and contact details at the top of the form.
- Provide your date of birth and place of birth in the designated sections.
- Indicate your citizenship status. Specify whether you are a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
- List the immigrant(s) you are sponsoring. Include their full names, dates of birth, and relationship to you.
- Detail your employment information. Include your current employer’s name, address, and your job title.
- Provide your annual income. Make sure to include any additional income sources, such as rental income or investments, if applicable.
- Attach your most recent tax return or IRS transcript to support your income claims.
- Indicate whether you have any dependents. If you do, list their names and relationships to you.
- Sign and date the form. Ensure your signature is in the designated area, as this is a critical step.
- Review the completed form for accuracy. Double-check all entries before submitting.
Once the form is filled out, gather all required supporting documents and submit your application package to the appropriate USCIS address. Ensure you keep copies of everything for your records.
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Dos and Don'ts
When filling out the USCIS I-864 form, it is important to follow certain guidelines to ensure accuracy and completeness. Here is a list of things you should and shouldn't do:
- Do read the instructions carefully before starting the form.
- Do provide accurate and complete information for all required fields.
- Do use black ink and write legibly if filling out the form by hand.
- Do sign and date the form at the end.
- Do keep a copy of the completed form for your records.
- Don't leave any required fields blank; if something does not apply, write "N/A."
- Don't submit the form without checking for errors or typos.
- Don't forget to include any required supporting documents.
- Don't use pencil or any ink color other than black.
- Don't rush through the process; take your time to ensure everything is correct.
Common mistakes
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Incomplete Information: Failing to fill out all required sections can lead to delays. Each question on the I-864 form is important, and missing details can result in a rejection.
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Incorrect Income Reporting: Applicants often misreport their income. It is crucial to provide accurate figures and include all sources of income, such as bonuses or overtime.
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Not Using the Correct Sponsor: Some individuals mistakenly use the wrong sponsor's information. Ensure that the sponsor listed is the person who is financially responsible for the applicant.
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Neglecting to Include Required Documents: Failing to attach necessary supporting documents can hinder the application process. Commonly required documents include tax returns and pay stubs.
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Incorrect Signature: The form must be signed by the sponsor. An unsigned form will be considered incomplete and may be returned.
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Using an Outdated Version of the Form: Submitting an old version of the I-864 form can lead to complications. Always ensure you are using the most current version available from USCIS.
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Not Providing a Valid Social Security Number: Some applicants forget to include their Social Security number. This number is essential for processing the form.
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Overlooking the Affidavit of Support Instructions: Ignoring the specific instructions provided for the I-864 can lead to errors. Each section has guidelines that should be carefully followed.
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Failure to Update Information: If there are changes in financial circumstances after filing, it is important to update USCIS. Keeping them informed can prevent issues later in the process.