I-134 financial problem

[amandaku 0]

Hi Everyone,

I've been reading articles regarding I-134 here, though our situation still freaks me out. It seems our case won't get approval Here's our story... My fiance is still in college, his gross income last year was $17,105 which doesnt reach the poverty line for 2012 ($18,912 for 2 ppl). So we have to put deposits at least $5,421 to make up the shortfall of $1,807 if the multiplier is by 3. the thing is

1. I wired some money in 3,000 dollars to his personal account to support our condition. Is it ok I transfer money? Will it be looked like a fraud? I saw some ppl said it's fine as long as the money go thru a personal not a joint one. Anyway, it still nerves me...

2. Is the multiplier by 3x or 5x? It's so confusing since both answers are supportive. We also sent along w/ car appraisals by kelly blue book for his two vehicles, his W2 and form 1040, his bank statement in last 12 months, pay stubs and employment letter, checking and saving accounts records 2011 to 2012 and my own bank statement. We processed our case by 3x though. Hope it will be smooth!

Much appreciated if someone could answer my questions. I've have been an interview just needed to send out the lacked docs includes physical exmination (We were stupid that forgot to provide those finanical evidence along with the I-134.) Thanks in advance!

Edited August 28, 2012 by amandaku

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

You said his gross income last year was $17,105. What is his current income? The 125% will only be based on his 2011 tax return if he is self-employed, otherwise it is based on what he currently earns. Is he making enough now? Current income is what is most important.

Yes, it is times 3 when using assets to make a shortcoming in income.

[amandaku 0]

Thanks for your prompt reply!

$17,105 is based on his tax return 2011 yes. His checkings reflects total $21,500 from last year Sept, 8th till now.

You said his gross income last year was $17,105. What is his current income? The 125% will only be based on his 2011 tax return if he is self-employed, otherwise it is based on what he currently earns. Is he making enough now? Current income is what is most important.

Yes, it is times 3 when using assets to make a shortcoming in income.

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

Thanks for your prompt reply!

$17,105 is based on his tax return 2011 yes. His checkings reflects total $21,500 from last year Sept, 8th till now.

What does he earn currently? If he earns an hourly wage, then multiply what he makes an hour by how many hours he works a week, then multiply that by 52 to get his current annual income. Back that up with a letter from his employer stating his position and salary plus recent pay stubs. It is not about what was on his 2011 taxes, unless he is self-employed or is earning the exact same amount now as he did last year.

[amandaku 0]

well, if multiply by 52 will be $8.72 per hour, he works normally 41 hours a week, works overtime by 11.3/ hr sometimes. I guess it slightly reaches the goal 18,912. Wonder that 52x comes from? haha Thanks so much again. You comments currently calm me down!

What does he earn currently? If he earns an hourly wage, then multiply what he makes an hour by how many hours he works a week, then multiply that by 52 to get his current annual income. Back that up with a letter from his employer stating his position and salary plus recent pay stubs. It is not about what was on his 2011 taxes, unless he is self-employed or is earning the exact same amount now as he did last year.

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

well, if multiply by 52 will be $8.72 per hour, he works normally 41 hours a week, works overtime by 11.3/ hr sometimes. I guess it slightly reaches the goal 18,912. Wonder that 52x comes from? haha Thanks so much again. You comments currently calm me down!

52 is for 52 weeks in a year. If he is still a little short, then hopefully having assets to make up for the slight shortcoming will help. Good luck!

[amandaku 0]

Just got the visa today! cant be happier than this!!! Thanks

52 is for 52 weeks in a year. If he is still a little short, then hopefully having assets to make up for the slight shortcoming will help. Good luck!

[Darnell 8,478]

excellent news ! not too many interviewing in taipei here..

[X Factor 1,111]

You said his gross income last year was $17,105. What is his current income? The 125% will only be based on his 2011 tax return if he is self-employed, otherwise it is based on what he currently earns. Is he making enough now? Current income is what is most important.

Yes, it is times 3 when using assets to make a shortcoming in income.

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

Just got the visa today! cant be happier than this!!! Thanks

Congrats!