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.