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.

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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.