Affidavit of Support for Spouse Visa (CR-1/IR-1) - Form I-864
The Form I-864, Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA , is a crucial, legally binding contract required for most family-based immigrant visa applications, including spouse visas (CR-1/IR-1). Its primary purpose is to demonstrate to the U.S. government that the intending immigrant, in this case, a spouse, will have adequate financial support from their sponsor in the United States and is therefore unlikely to become a 'public charge'. Key Requirements for Spouse Sponsorship: Sponsor Eligibility: The sponsor must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR), at least 18 years old, and domiciled in the U.S. The petitioning spouse is almost always the required sponsor. Financial Responsibility: The sponsor must show an income level at or above 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for their household size. For active duty military personnel sponsoring a spouse, this threshold is 100%. Assets can be used to supplement income if needed. Legally Binding Obligation: This financial commitment is serious and typically lasts until the sponsored spouse becomes a U.S. citizen, has worked for 40 qualifying quarters (approximately 10 years) in the U.S., departs the U.S. permanently, or dies. The sponsor is responsible for reimbursing any means-tested public benefits received by the sponsored immigrant during this period. Comprehensive Documentation: Sponsors must provide their most recent Federal Income Tax Returns (typically for the last three years, but the most recent is mandatory), proof of current employment and income (e.g., pay stubs, employment verification letter), and evidence of assets if necessary to meet the income threshold. Instructions for Use: This digital template is designed to help you organize and summarize the key information required for the Form I-864 for a spouse visa. It serves as a preparatory tool to ensure you have all necessary details readily available. Please note that this generated summary is NOT an official USCIS form and cannot be submitted as such. The final, official Form I-864 must be completed, signed, and filed according to the specific instructions provided by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or the Department of State (DOS).
Preview ←Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) for K-1 Fiancé(e) Adjustment of Status
The Form I-864, Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA , is a legally binding contract between a U.S. Citizen sponsor and the U.S. Government. For a Fiancé(e) (K-1) visa, while an initial Form I-134, Affidavit of Support, may be used for the visa interview, Form I-864 becomes mandatory when the K-1 nonimmigrant applies for Adjustment of Status (Green Card) to become a Lawful Permanent Resident after marriage in the U.S. The U.S. Citizen sponsor must complete this form to demonstrate that the intending immigrant has adequate means of financial support and is unlikely to become a public charge. Key Requirements for K-1 Sponsor: Financial Responsibility: The U.S. Citizen sponsor must show income at least 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for their household size. Legally Binding: This obligation usually lasts until the immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen or has worked for 40 quarters (approximately 10 years) in the U.S. Documentation: Sponsors must provide their most recent Federal Income Tax Return (or tax transcripts) and proof of current employment and income. Instructions for Use: This digital template helps you generate a structured summary and draft of the I-864 details specific to the K-1 Adjustment of Status process. It is intended for preparation purposes. The final version must be completed and filed through the official USCIS channels, typically with Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
Preview ←Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA (Form I-864)
The Form I-864, Affidavit of Support , is a legally binding contract between a sponsor and the U.S. Government. The sponsor must complete this form to show that the intending immigrant has adequate means of financial support and is unlikely to become a public charge. Key Requirements: Financial Responsibility: The sponsor is responsible for supporting the intending immigrant at an income level at least 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Legally Binding: This obligation usually lasts until the immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen or has worked for 40 quarters (approx. 10 years) in the U.S. Documentation: Sponsors must provide their most recent Federal Income Tax Return and proof of current employment. Instructions for Use: This digital template helps you generate a structured summary and draft of the I-864 details. It is intended for preparation purposes. The final version must be filed through the official USCIS channels.
Preview ←Affidavit of Adoption in Nigeria
The Affidavit of Adoption is a supporting legal document used in the process of finalizing or proving the adoption of a child. In Nigeria, adoption is a strict statutory process governed by the Child Rights Act and specific State Laws (like the Lagos State Adoption Law). The process involves the courts and social welfare offices. This affidavit serves as a sworn affirmation by the adoptive parent(s) confirming the completion or validity of the adoption process. Use in Post-Adoption Documentation Once a Family Court issues an Adoption Order, the parents often need to obtain new identity documents for the child, such as a new birth certificate showing the adoptive names, an international passport, or school registration. Many of these institutions require an affidavit to accompany the court order, where the parents swear to the facts of the adoption and their assumption of full parental rights. It effectively serves as a summary of the legal transfer of parentage. Content and Declaration The affidavit must explicitly state that the deponent has legally adopted the child in accordance with the laws of the state. It usually references the specific Court Order (case number and date) that granted the adoption. The deponent affirms that the child now bears the family name and that they have assumed full responsibility for the child's education, health, and general welfare as if the child were born to them biologically. This document is crucial for integrating the child into the new family legally and socially.
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An Affidavit of Age is a simple sworn statement confirming how old the affiant is. This is used when a birth certificate or ID is not readily available but proof of age is required for a specific purpose. Common uses include verifying eligibility for marriage licenses, tobacco or alcohol sales (in business contexts), senior citizen discounts, or retirement benefits. It places the burden of truth on the signer.
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