QUESTION
What do I need to show Affidavit of Support?
Asked on Apr 13th, 2013 on Immigration - Michigan
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I am a U.S. citizen and have filed petition for my husband to come to America. I am unemployed, but have asked my brother in law, my sister's husband, if he can be a joint sponsor. Do I still need to file form I-864 along with the one that my brother in law is filing? Would that work for the affidavit of support? Please help! I am nervous.
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Yes, since you are the petitioner, you have to submit the affidavit of support even if your income and/or assets do not qualify you to be a sole sponsor. The joint sponsor will submit all the same type of documentation along with you.
Answered on Apr 16th, 2013 at 7:59 PM
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Yes. Both you and your brother-in-law must submit affidavit of supports along with the required documentation, which includes your latest tax return or an explanation as to why you didn't file a tax return(s) and proof of employment.
Answered on Apr 16th, 2013 at 12:10 AM
Yes, you need to file the I-864, but this may complicate matters. It may lead to an unintended denial, and loss of filing fees, where the documentation appears incomplete to the USCIS. Seriously consider all of your options, which include getting support from your family to hire a competent and experienced immigration attorney. Good luck.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 10:00 PM
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You must file a Form I-864 Affidavit of Support even if you have no income at all; and, so long as there is a second Affidavit of Support from a valid co-sponsor, your financial difficulties will not interfere with your husband's ability to receive a green card.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 9:56 PM
Yes, both you & your brother-in-law will need to complete an affidavit of support.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 9:54 PM
Yes, you as the petitioner will also have to file the affidavit.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 9:53 PM