Get Instructions For Form I-134, Declaration Of Financial Support

Form I-134 Requirements You must be able to meet 100% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines income level for your household size. Essentially, you can only sponsor someone if you meet the income level required for that household size.

For a household of four, a sponsor on an I-134 or a supporter on an I-134A residing in one of the lower 48 states in 2023 would need to evidence income of $30,000, while the equivalent sponsor on an I-864 would need to evidence $37,500.

The biggest priority is typically to cash stored in bank accounts and investments. List the funds that you've got in your bank and checking accounts. Include deposit certificates if you have them. You may also want to list your personal property.

To meet the Affidavit of Support requirements using assets, there are two general requirements: (1) the assets must be convertible to cash within one year, and (2) the net worth of the assets must be five times the difference between the sponsor's actual income and the income the sponsor is required to have ing ...

For U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals, a copy of your birth certificate, passport, or Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship. For lawful permanent residents, a copy of both sides of your Form I-551, Permanent Resident Card (also known as a Green Card).

A signed statement from your employer on business letterhead that states the date and nature of your employment, salary paid, and whether the position is temporary or permanent. A copy of your last U.S. federal income tax return, or a report of commercial rating concern (if self-employed).

Generally, you will need to submit: Evidence of supporter's U.S. citizenship or immigration status. Federal income tax return or IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year. Evidence of current income such as paystubs and an employment verification letter. Evidence of asset ownership and value (if applicable)

For the I-134 declaration to carry any weight, you'll need to provide evidence of your income and/or financial resources. Generally, you must have an income that is at least 100% of the federal poverty guidelines.

The minimum income requirement for sponsoring an immigrant ranges from $22,888 for a 2-person civilian household to $58,288 for an 8-person civilian household. The specific income required depends on the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Federal Poverty Guidelines updated every year.