Sponsoring an Immigrant? Your Form I-864 Checklist

Bringing a loved one to the US involves financial responsibility. To show you can support them, you'll need to file an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) with specific documents. Here's a simplified guide:

Required Documents:

  1. Form I-864: Complete and sign it accurately.

  2. Proof of your US status: Passport, birth certificate, or Green Card copy.

  3. Income proof: Last 3 years of tax returns, W-2s, 1099s, pay stubs, or employment proof.

Additional Documents:

(if applicable)

  • Current Employer Verification Letter

  • Proof of Assets

  • Joint Sponsor's Information

  • Divorce Decree or Death Certificate

  • Explanation for Low/No Income

  • Document Translations

Remember:

  • Check USCIS website for the latest Form I-864 and instructions.

  • Requirements may change, so be sure to stay updated.