An Affidavit of Support for a B-2 Visitor Visa is a critical document, often presented as a letter, intended to provide financial reassurance to U.

S.

consular officers.

Unlike the formal Form I-864 which is specifically for immigrant visas, this document is typically a declaration from a U.

S.

resident (the sponsor) affirming their willingness and ability to cover the expenses of a B-2 visitor during their stay in the United States.

It helps to address potential concerns regarding the visitor becoming a public charge or having insufficient funds for their trip.

While this type of affidavit is not a legally binding contract under Section 213A of the INA for non-immigrant visas, it significantly strengthens a B-2 visa application by demonstrating strong financial support from the U.

S.

host, thereby reducing the perception of immigration intent and increasing the likelihood of visa approval.

Key Purposes & Benefits:

• Demonstrate Financial Capacity: Confirms that the visitor will be financially supported, ensuring they will not become a burden on the U.S. government or its public services.
• Show Strong Ties (Indirectly): For the consular officer, a strong letter of support from a U.S. resident can also indirectly indicate ties to the visitor's home country if the sponsor vouches for the visitor's intent to return.
• Clarify Purpose of Visit: Often includes details about the trip's purpose (e.g., tourism, visiting family, attending an event) and duration, aligning with the temporary, non-immigrant nature of a B-2 visa.
• Overcome Public Charge Concerns: Directly addresses the legal requirement that a visitor must not be likely to become a public charge in the U.S.

Instructions for Use:

This digital template assists in generating a comprehensive and well-structured draft of an Affidavit of Support.

It collects essential information from both the sponsor and the visitor to create a formal letter suitable for submission.

Remember, this document is a supplementary piece of evidence for a B-2 visa application and should be submitted along with other required documents to the U.

S.

Embassy or Consulate where the visitor is applying.

Always check specific embassy requirements as they may vary.