Asked on Oct 31st, 2013 on Immigration - Pennsylvania
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My girlfriend who I am inlove with lives in domnican republic she does have two kids. and i have visited her once and ever since we decided that we want to be together get married and be together forever now my question is as far as income goes. how much do i need to be making per paycheck to be able to try to bring her into the US. and what other requirements are there that i might not be aware of? We know very little about this and hope you can help us. Thanks in advanced
The most important thing in a fiancée or spouse case is proving that the relationship is bona fide. Your fiancée should be prepared to document your relationship when she is interviewed at the American consulate or embassy. If she will be coming in with the children, the poverty guideline level for you to make would be at least $29,437. If she is coming in alone without the children, the amount is $19,387. In the event that a consular officer is dissatisfied with the amount that you make along with your assets, you are allowed to obtain an affidavit of support from a credible cosponsor making more income or having more assets.assuming that your uncles nephews, form I -134 affidavit of support is employed. When she comes to the US and you marry and apply for her permanent residence, you will have to use the binding I-864 affidavit of support form.Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.
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