How do I prove my income on I-134?
A signed statement from your employer on business letterhead that states the date and nature of your employment, salary paid, and whether the position is temporary or permanent. A copy of your last U.S. federal income tax return, or a report of commercial rating concern (if self-employed).
I-134 Supporting Documents
Evidence of supporter's U.S. citizenship or immigration status. Federal income tax return or IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year. Evidence of current income such as paystubs and an employment verification letter. Evidence of asset ownership and value (if applicable)
For a household of four, a sponsor on an I-134 or a supporter on an I-134A residing in one of the lower 48 states in 2023 would need to evidence income of $30,000, while the equivalent sponsor on an I-864 would need to evidence $37,500. Does each parole applicant need a separate I-134 or I-134A?
For ALL sponsors:
A copy of your individual federal income tax return, including W-2s for the most recent tax year, or a statement and/or evidence describing why you were not required to file.
Joint sponsors must submit the following three documents: 1) USCIS Form I-864 2) Most recent federal income tax return: IRS-generated transcript (preferred) or Form 1040 3) Proof of legal status in the United States (i.e. a copy of their U.S. passport, permanent resident card, or naturalization certificate).
USCIS will usually tell you exactly what evidence you need to supply. This can be anything from missing passport pages or an incomplete bank statement to a birth certificate that is not in English. In such a case, you should include complete versions of the missing documents.
Evidence of living together
Lease, mortgage or deed of joint ownership showing that you share the same residence. Utility bills in both of your names (such as electricity, water or gas) showing that you share a common address. Bank statements reflecting the same address for both spouses.
The I-134A is the Biden new 2023 2-year humanitarian parole program for only four countries, Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela, and Nicaragua. It is not 1-134 Affidavit of Support. Wait time for the new program is about more than six months. I have a few applications from Cuba and Haiti.
This should be stated on your I-134 document. If your visitor seeks medical services from the healthcare provider, and fails to pay the medical bills, you, as the sponsor, can be held responsible for these unpaid expenses. The service provider/hospital runs its services from the public funds.
2024 Income Requirements for Green Card Sponsors
The most common minimum annual income required to sponsor a spouse or family member for a green card is $25,550. This assumes that the sponsor — the U.S. citizen or current green card holder — is not on active military duty and is sponsoring only one relative.
What is evidence of income?
This can include evidence of current employment or self-employment, recent pay statements, a letter from the employer on business letterhead – showing dates of employment, wages paid, and type of work performed – or other financial data.
Therefore, for a sole proprietorship, USCIS considers net income to be the figure shown on line for adjusted gross income of the sole proprietor's Form 1040 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return.
What happens if the petitioner doesn't have enough income? Petitioners who cannot meet this level have two choices: 1) find a “joint sponsor” who will agree to also financially support the visa applicant, or 2) use the income of a household member to meet the Poverty Guidelines.
The income required of a green card sponsor is calculated by year. $22,887 a year is the most common amount of money that a person needs to be a green card sponsor. This amount of money is for someone who is not an active duty member of the military.
What cash value of assets is needed? The total net value of assets, less liens and liabilities against them, must equal five times the difference between the sponsor's income and 125% of the poverty level for the household size.
You bear more responsibility on the immigrant as a sponsor. If the unexpected happens, you may be faced with fines and lawsuits. Before you sign an Affidavit of Support, speak with an immigration attorney for free evaluation of your specific situation and how best to prepare for any undesirable outcome.
Documentation showing that you and your spouse have combined your financial resources; Birth certificates of children born to you and your spouse together; Affidavits sworn to or affirmed by third parties having personal knowledge of the bona fides of the marital relationship.
At times, USCIS may request schedules, statements, attachments, and other supporting documentation when the submitted evidence does not establish the petitioner's ability to pay.
Generally, the processing time can take anywhere from 15-60 days. If after 60 days you have not heard from USCIS, contact the National Customer Service Center and file a Service Request for an update.
Immigration judges are attorneys appointed by the Attorney General (AG). Immigration judges conduct formal court proceedings to determine whether an alien should be allowed to enter or remain in the U.S., in considering bond amounts in certain situations, and in considering various forms of relief from removal.
What is clear and convincing evidence in immigration?
“Clear and convincing evidence” is evidence that tells a judge or jury that it is highly probable that a fact is true.
If an unfavorable decision is made (your case is denied and/or you are ordered removed), you will receive a notice explaining why the decision in your case was unfavorable. This notice will also explain if you can file an appeal.
After we confirm the Form I-134A, we will email the beneficiary with instructions to create a myUSCIS online account and complete the attestation process and required medical examination by a panel physician.
If you are sponsoring an immigrant for a prolonged period of time, be sure to plan appropriately because the I-134 form is only valid for a year from the date of signature.
Required Cash Value of Assets on Form I-134
However, the necessary minimum income for his household size is $35,000. There is a shortfall of $10,000. He or she may use assets to make up this difference. The supporter's net assets must value at least $50,000 (5 times the shortfall).
