I-864

February 16 2023

Affidavit of Support

The petitioner of a family-sponsored petition (Form I-130) must submit an affidavit of support (Form I-864). This requirement also applies to the petitioner of an employment-based petition (Form I-140) if the petition is submitted by a relative or by a company in which a relative holds a significant ownership interest. An affidavit of support permits government […]

September 22 2010

Poverty Income Guidelines (2020)

Persons sponsoring a relative for a green card must submit an affidavit of support on their behalf. They must meet a minimum income level, called the Poverty Income Guidelines, in order to financially sponsor a visa applicant. The Poverty Income Guidelines in effect on the filing date of an Affidavit of Support are used to […]