I-864, Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the Act

Instructions:

Purpose of Form:	To show that an intending immigrant has adequate means of financial support and is not likely to become a public charge.
Number of Pages:	11
Edition Date:	9/26/00, 1/21/98 also acceptable
Where to File:	Give the completed affidavit of support with all required documentation to the sponsored immigrant for submission to either a Consular Officer with Form OF-230, Application for Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration, or an Immigration Officer with Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. This form must be signed before a notary public or a Consular or Immigration Officer.
Filing Fee:	None

 

Special Instructions:

All sponsors must submit the following documentation with their I-864:

• Proof of current employment or self employment
• Your individual Federal income tax returns for the most recent 3 tax years, or an explanation if fewer than 3 are submitted. Your W-2s or 1099 forms may also be required, see the I-864 instructions for details.

If you are using the income of persons in your household or dependents to qualify as a sponsor, you must also submit a separate Form I-864A, Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member, for each person whose income you will use.

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I-864 (PDF)