An affidavit is based upon either the personal knowledge of the affiant or his or her information and belief. Personal knowledge is the recognition of particular facts by either direct observation or experience. Information and belief is what the affiant feels he or she can state as true, although not based on firsthand knowledge.
An affidavit is a written statement of facts voluntarily made by an affiant under an oath or affirmation administered by a person authorized to do so by law.
Affidavit of Support Personal Appearance; Affidavit of Support form; Original and two (2) photocopies of valid passport; Two (2) photocopies of the invitee's valid passport; Two (2) photocopies of proof of financial capacity to support the invitee (preferably bank account statements);
The notary will watch you sign and ask you to swear or affirm that the statements in the affidavit are true. Identity Verification: Expect to present your government-issued ID (like a driver's license) to verify you are indeed who you say you are. The notary public will check your ID to verify your identity.
Personal Appearance: The affiant must appear in person before the notary public at the time of notarization. Remote notarization without personal appearance, unless expressly authorized under special circulars (e.g., certain pandemic-related guidelines), is typically prohibited.
The Philippine Embassy can notarize your document if: It was not issued by a government agency; It has not been notarized by a notary public; It will be used only in the Philippines; and.
Notaries Public must be Lawyers and members of the Philippine Bar in good standing. Only Lawyers can be Notaries Public in the Philippines.
Yes, any signer located in the Philippines can use a remote online notary for their US-related documents.
Affidavit of Support Personal Appearance; Affidavit of Support form; Original and two (2) photocopies of valid passport; Two (2) photocopies of the invitee's valid passport; Two (2) photocopies of proof of financial capacity to support the invitee (preferably bank account statements);
I recommend adhering to a clear format and structure when writing the affidavit. Start with the title “Affidavit of Support” at the top. Include the affiant's name, address, phone number, and relationship to the couple. Follow this with a statement affirming the authenticity of the relationship.
When filing Form I-864 via consular processing (application for an immigrant visa through a U.S. embassy or consulate), applicants should submit the I-864 and all supporting documents to the National Visa Center (NVC).
