Get the free An affidavit of support must be filled out when a students source of funding is othe...

Affidavit of Support International Student and Scholar Services Center for International Programs 300 College Park, Like Center Room 204 Dayton, OH 454691701 pH: (937) 2292748An affidavit of support

How to fill out an affidavit of support

How to fill out an affidavit of support

1. To fill out an affidavit of support, follow these steps:
2. Obtain the affidavit of support form from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website or from the agency processing your immigration application.
3. Read the form instructions carefully to understand the requirements and eligibility criteria.
4. Provide accurate information about yourself as the sponsor, including your name, address, and contact details.
5. Include information about the intending immigrant(s) you are sponsoring, such as their name, relationship to you, and immigration case number.
6. Provide detailed information about your income and financial resources, including employment details, salary, and any other sources of income.
7. Attach supporting documents such as tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, and proof of assets.
8. Sign the affidavit of support form in the designated section, certifying that the information provided is true and accurate.
9. Make a copy of the completed form and all supporting documents for your records.
10. Submit the affidavit of support form and supporting documents to the appropriate agency or immigration office as instructed in the form instructions.
11. Keep copies of any receipts or confirmation letters as proof of submission.

Who needs an affidavit of support?

1. An affidavit of support is needed by certain immigrants who are seeking to come to the United States or adjust their status to that of a permanent resident (green card holder). Generally, the following individuals need an affidavit of support:
2. - Spouses and children of U.S. citizens who are immigrating to the U.S.
3. - Certain relatives of U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are immigrating based on a family-sponsored preference.
4. - Diversity visa lottery winners seeking to enter the U.S.
5. - Employment-based immigrants for whom a relative filed the immigrant visa petition or owns a significant percentage of the sponsoring employer.
6. - Certain special immigrants, such as religious workers, returning residents, and juveniles.
7. It is important to consult the official USCIS guidelines or seek advice from an immigration attorney to determine if an affidavit of support is required in a specific situation.

For pdfFiller’s FAQs

How do I make edits in an affidavit of support without leaving Chrome?

Install the pdfFiller Google Chrome Extension to edit an affidavit of support and other documents straight from Google search results. When reading documents in Chrome, you may edit them. Create fillable PDFs and update existing PDFs using pdfFiller.

Can I sign the an affidavit of support electronically in Chrome?

Yes. You can use pdfFiller to sign documents and use all of the features of the PDF editor in one place if you add this solution to Chrome. In order to use the extension, you can draw or write an electronic signature. You can also upload a picture of your handwritten signature. There is no need to worry about how long it takes to sign your an affidavit of support.

How can I fill out an affidavit of support on an iOS device?

Get and install the pdfFiller application for iOS. Next, open the app and log in or create an account to get access to all of the solution’s editing features. To open your an affidavit of support, upload it from your device or cloud storage, or enter the document URL. After you complete all of the required fields within the document and eSign it (if that is needed), you can save it or share it with others.

What is an affidavit of support?

An affidavit of support is a legal document in which a sponsor agrees to support an immigrant financially to ensure that they do not become a public charge.

Who is required to file an affidavit of support?

U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents who are sponsoring an immigrant for a visa are required to file an affidavit of support.

How to fill out an affidavit of support?

To fill out an affidavit of support, complete the required form (Form I-864) with accurate personal and financial information, including details about the sponsor's income, household size, and the immigrant being sponsored.

What is the purpose of an affidavit of support?

The purpose of an affidavit of support is to demonstrate that the immigrant has adequate financial support from a sponsor and is unlikely to rely on government assistance.

What information must be reported on an affidavit of support?

The affidavit of support must report the sponsor's income, assets, household size, details about the sponsored immigrant, and the sponsor's commitment to financially support the immigrant.