I-864 versus I-134?

[visaveteran1 33]

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

[Urge To Race 2]

K3 uses the I134, bene takes it to the interview.

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

[Banfield 0]

K3 uses the I134, bene takes it to the interview.

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

I have seen traffic that I need to send a W-2 instead of a copy of my tax return (1040) to accompany the I-134. Is this true? and if so do I just need the last year?

Thanks

[YuAndDan 153]

I-864 is for green-cards either through an immigrant visa (CR-1 IR-1) or adjusting status in the USA from a non-immigrant K-Visa.

I-134 is for non-immigrant K-Visa interview at the consulate.

K3 uses the I134, bene takes it to the interview.

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

I have seen traffic that I need to send a W-2 instead of a copy of my tax return (1040) to accompany the I-134. Is this true? and if so do I just need the last year?

Thanks

If you use 1040 to show income, the numbers on the 1040 need to be proven, that is what the W2 is for, You can also use simple IRS transcripts.

The directions included with I-134 are very old, USCIS has no reason to update them since USCIS has no application for that form.

The consulates tend to treat the I-134 like a mini-I-864 as so prefer the same financial evidence as the I-864.

In our case this what the I-134 included.

• I-134 signed and notarized.

• SIMPLE Tax transcripts from the IRS for past 3 years, (Redundant for the (1040,W2,1099) but are free from the IRS http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq1-6.html

• Photo copy of IRS form 1040, and W2s for past 3 years (Not necessary if you provide the transcripts)

• Letter from my employer stating annual salary, job responsibility, and that is full time, on company letterhead.

• Photo copies of past month or so of pay stubs up to a few weeks before the interview.

My income was well above the povertyline so I did not include any asset data (LIKE BANK STATEMENTS or property values).

If your income exceeds 125% of the povertyline when counting yourself, prospective immigrant and any dependents, then don't bother with assets (401K, Bank balance, Stocks etc..), it is just extra un-needed data to provide, the consular officer is most concerned with INCOME.

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K3 uses the I134, bene takes it to the interview.

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

I have seen traffic that I need to send a W-2 instead of a copy of my tax return (1040) to accompany the I-134. Is this true? and if so do I just need the last year?

Thanks

A W2 is part of a tax return. You send it "with" not "instead of". Tax transcripts are actually preferred. They are free and take about a week to obtain.

[Divine Mercy 0]

I-864 is for green-cards either through an immigrant visa (CR-1 IR-1) or adjusting status in the USA from a non-immigrant K-Visa.

I-134 is for non-immigrant K-Visa interview at the consulate.

K3 uses the I134, bene takes it to the interview.

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

I have seen traffic that I need to send a W-2 instead of a copy of my tax return (1040) to accompany the I-134. Is this true? and if so do I just need the last year?

Thanks

If you use 1040 to show income, the numbers on the 1040 need to be proven, that is what the W2 is for, You can also use simple IRS transcripts.

The directions included with I-134 are very old, USCIS has no reason to update them since USCIS has no application for that form.

The consulates tend to treat the I-134 like a mini-I-864 as so prefer the same financial evidence as the I-864.

In our case this what the I-134 included.

• I-134 signed and notarized.

• SIMPLE Tax transcripts from the IRS for past 3 years, (Redundant for the (1040,W2,1099) but are free from the IRS http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq1-6.html

• Photo copy of IRS form 1040, and W2s for past 3 years (Not necessary if you provide the transcripts)

• Letter from my employer stating annual salary, job responsibility, and that is full time, on company letterhead.

• Photo copies of past month or so of pay stubs up to a few weeks before the interview.

My income was well above the povertyline so I did not include any asset data (LIKE BANK STATEMENTS or property values).

If your income exceeds 125% of the povertyline when counting yourself, prospective immigrant and any dependents, then don't bother with assets (401K, Bank balance, Stocks etc..), it is just extra un-needed data to provide, the consular officer is most concerned with INCOME.

Mwah YuandDan, great answer

[YGandMAT 0]

I-864 is for green-cards either through an immigrant visa (CR-1 IR-1) or adjusting status in the USA from a non-immigrant K-Visa.

I-134 is for non-immigrant K-Visa interview at the consulate.

K3 uses the I134, bene takes it to the interview.

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

I have seen traffic that I need to send a W-2 instead of a copy of my tax return (1040) to accompany the I-134. Is this true? and if so do I just need the last year?

Thanks

If you use 1040 to show income, the numbers on the 1040 need to be proven, that is what the W2 is for, You can also use simple IRS transcripts.

The directions included with I-134 are very old, USCIS has no reason to update them since USCIS has no application for that form.

The consulates tend to treat the I-134 like a mini-I-864 as so prefer the same financial evidence as the I-864.

In our case this what the I-134 included.

• I-134 signed and notarized.

• SIMPLE Tax transcripts from the IRS for past 3 years, (Redundant for the (1040,W2,1099) but are free from the IRS http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq1-6.html

• Photo copy of IRS form 1040, and W2s for past 3 years (Not necessary if you provide the transcripts)

• Letter from my employer stating annual salary, job responsibility, and that is full time, on company letterhead.

• Photo copies of past month or so of pay stubs up to a few weeks before the interview.

My income was well above the povertyline so I did not include any asset data (LIKE BANK STATEMENTS or property values).

If your income exceeds 125% of the povertyline when counting yourself, prospective immigrant and any dependents, then don't bother with assets (401K, Bank balance, Stocks etc..), it is just extra un-needed data to provide, the consular officer is most concerned with INCOME.

Mwah YuandDan, great answer

Hi there, I believe only one year of income tax returns are required (unless you want to submit the three years).

Please read below. The statement below was copied from the travel.state.gov website. (http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/info/info_3183.html#income_documentation)

"What income documentation is required?

With their Form I-864, the sponsor is required to submit an IRS transcript or photocopy of only the most recent Federal income tax return. However, the sponsor may, at his or her option, submit Federal income tax returns for the three most recent years if the sponsor believes these additional tax returns may help establish the sponsor's ability to maintain his or her household income at the applicable threshold set forth in the poverty guidelines. The consular officer will determine whether the income stated by the sponsor and documented in the tax return and any other evidence meets the poverty guidelines in effect as of the time of the I-864 was filed with the National Visa Center, the U.S. embassy or consulate. If the income stated by the sponsor does not meet the poverty guidelines then the consular officer may request the sponsor may submit current year income information for additional evidence to reach a determination. If the sponsor is relying on income from any household member or dependents to reach the minimum income requirement, an IRS-issued transcript or a copy of each individual's most recent tax return is also required, and each person must complete a Form I-864A, Contract Between Sponsor and Household member. The consular officer may ask for additional income documentation, such as employment letter.

I hope this helps.

[wintime 0]

I-864 is for green-cards either through an immigrant visa (CR-1 IR-1) or adjusting status in the USA from a non-immigrant K-Visa.

I-134 is for non-immigrant K-Visa interview at the consulate.

K3 uses the I134, bene takes it to the interview.

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

I have seen traffic that I need to send a W-2 instead of a copy of my tax return (1040) to accompany the I-134. Is this true? and if so do I just need the last year?

Thanks

If you use 1040 to show income, the numbers on the 1040 need to be proven, that is what the W2 is for, You can also use simple IRS transcripts.

The directions included with I-134 are very old, USCIS has no reason to update them since USCIS has no application for that form.

The consulates tend to treat the I-134 like a mini-I-864 as so prefer the same financial evidence as the I-864.

In our case this what the I-134 included.

• I-134 signed and notarized.

• SIMPLE Tax transcripts from the IRS for past 3 years, (Redundant for the (1040,W2,1099) but are free from the IRS http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq1-6.html

• Photo copy of IRS form 1040, and W2s for past 3 years (Not necessary if you provide the transcripts)

• Letter from my employer stating annual salary, job responsibility, and that is full time, on company letterhead.

• Photo copies of past month or so of pay stubs up to a few weeks before the interview.

My income was well above the povertyline so I did not include any asset data (LIKE BANK STATEMENTS or property values).

If your income exceeds 125% of the povertyline when counting yourself, prospective immigrant and any dependents, then don't bother with assets (401K, Bank balance, Stocks etc..), it is just extra un-needed data to provide, the consular officer is most concerned with INCOME.

Mwah YuandDan, great answer

Hi there, I believe only one year of income tax returns are required (unless you want to submit the three years).

Please read below. The statement below was copied from the travel.state.gov website. (http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/info/info_3183.html#income_documentation)

"What income documentation is required?

With their Form I-864, the sponsor is required to submit an IRS transcript or photocopy of only the most recent Federal income tax return. However, the sponsor may, at his or her option, submit Federal income tax returns for the three most recent years if the sponsor believes these additional tax returns may help establish the sponsor's ability to maintain his or her household income at the applicable threshold set forth in the poverty guidelines. The consular officer will determine whether the income stated by the sponsor and documented in the tax return and any other evidence meets the poverty guidelines in effect as of the time of the I-864 was filed with the National Visa Center, the U.S. embassy or consulate. If the income stated by the sponsor does not meet the poverty guidelines then the consular officer may request the sponsor may submit current year income information for additional evidence to reach a determination. If the sponsor is relying on income from any household member or dependents to reach the minimum income requirement, an IRS-issued transcript or a copy of each individual's most recent tax return is also required, and each person must complete a Form I-864A, Contract Between Sponsor and Household member. The consular officer may ask for additional income documentation, such as employment letter.

I hope this helps.

This is very confusing... for K3 (I-129F) interview... do we need I-134 or I-864? ...I know this is a redendand question ..but this last us state statement mentioned I-164!

[Dakine 26]

I-864 is for green-cards either through an immigrant visa (CR-1 IR-1) or adjusting status in the USA from a non-immigrant K-Visa.

I-134 is for non-immigrant K-Visa interview at the consulate.

K3 uses the I134, bene takes it to the interview.

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

I have seen traffic that I need to send a W-2 instead of a copy of my tax return (1040) to accompany the I-134. Is this true? and if so do I just need the last year?

Thanks

If you use 1040 to show income, the numbers on the 1040 need to be proven, that is what the W2 is for, You can also use simple IRS transcripts.

The directions included with I-134 are very old, USCIS has no reason to update them since USCIS has no application for that form.

The consulates tend to treat the I-134 like a mini-I-864 as so prefer the same financial evidence as the I-864.

In our case this what the I-134 included.

• I-134 signed and notarized.

• SIMPLE Tax transcripts from the IRS for past 3 years, (Redundant for the (1040,W2,1099) but are free from the IRS http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq1-6.html

• Photo copy of IRS form 1040, and W2s for past 3 years (Not necessary if you provide the transcripts)

• Letter from my employer stating annual salary, job responsibility, and that is full time, on company letterhead.

• Photo copies of past month or so of pay stubs up to a few weeks before the interview.

My income was well above the povertyline so I did not include any asset data (LIKE BANK STATEMENTS or property values).

If your income exceeds 125% of the povertyline when counting yourself, prospective immigrant and any dependents, then don't bother with assets (401K, Bank balance, Stocks etc..), it is just extra un-needed data to provide, the consular officer is most concerned with INCOME.

Mwah YuandDan, great answer

Hi there, I believe only one year of income tax returns are required (unless you want to submit the three years).

Please read below. The statement below was copied from the travel.state.gov website. (http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/info/info_3183.html#income_documentation)

"What income documentation is required?

With their Form I-864, the sponsor is required to submit an IRS transcript or photocopy of only the most recent Federal income tax return. However, the sponsor may, at his or her option, submit Federal income tax returns for the three most recent years if the sponsor believes these additional tax returns may help establish the sponsor's ability to maintain his or her household income at the applicable threshold set forth in the poverty guidelines. The consular officer will determine whether the income stated by the sponsor and documented in the tax return and any other evidence meets the poverty guidelines in effect as of the time of the I-864 was filed with the National Visa Center, the U.S. embassy or consulate. If the income stated by the sponsor does not meet the poverty guidelines then the consular officer may request the sponsor may submit current year income information for additional evidence to reach a determination. If the sponsor is relying on income from any household member or dependents to reach the minimum income requirement, an IRS-issued transcript or a copy of each individual's most recent tax return is also required, and each person must complete a Form I-864A, Contract Between Sponsor and Household member. The consular officer may ask for additional income documentation, such as employment letter.

I hope this helps.

This is very confusing... for K3 (I-129F) interview... do we need I-134 or I-864? ...I know this is a redendand question ..but this last us state statement mentioned I-164!

K3s only need the I-134 for the embassy interview.

They will have to use the I-864 when they adjust status later in the US.

[Duende 0]

I-864 is for green-cards either through an immigrant visa (CR-1 IR-1) or adjusting status in the USA from a non-immigrant K-Visa.

I-134 is for non-immigrant K-Visa interview at the consulate.

K3 uses the I134, bene takes it to the interview.

The I-130 process requires the I-864 form which now appears to go to the NVC at some point plus a fee. But the K-1 process requires the I-134 form which seems to be for the beneficiary to take with her/him to the final interview.

Can someone explain how these forms are handled now with k-3?

Thanks!

I have seen traffic that I need to send a W-2 instead of a copy of my tax return (1040) to accompany the I-134. Is this true? and if so do I just need the last year?

Thanks

If you use 1040 to show income, the numbers on the 1040 need to be proven, that is what the W2 is for, You can also use simple IRS transcripts.

The directions included with I-134 are very old, USCIS has no reason to update them since USCIS has no application for that form.

The consulates tend to treat the I-134 like a mini-I-864 as so prefer the same financial evidence as the I-864.

In our case this what the I-134 included.

• I-134 signed and notarized.

• SIMPLE Tax transcripts from the IRS for past 3 years, (Redundant for the (1040,W2,1099) but are free from the IRS http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq1-6.html

• Photo copy of IRS form 1040, and W2s for past 3 years (Not necessary if you provide the transcripts)

• Letter from my employer stating annual salary, job responsibility, and that is full time, on company letterhead.

• Photo copies of past month or so of pay stubs up to a few weeks before the interview.

My income was well above the povertyline so I did not include any asset data (LIKE BANK STATEMENTS or property values).

If your income exceeds 125% of the povertyline when counting yourself, prospective immigrant and any dependents, then don't bother with assets (401K, Bank balance, Stocks etc..), it is just extra un-needed data to provide, the consular officer is most concerned with INCOME.

Mwah YuandDan, great answer

Hi there, I believe only one year of income tax returns are required (unless you want to submit the three years).

Please read below. The statement below was copied from the travel.state.gov website. (http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/info/info_3183.html#income_documentation)

"What income documentation is required?

With their Form I-864, the sponsor is required to submit an IRS transcript or photocopy of only the most recent Federal income tax return. However, the sponsor may, at his or her option, submit Federal income tax returns for the three most recent years if the sponsor believes these additional tax returns may help establish the sponsor's ability to maintain his or her household income at the applicable threshold set forth in the poverty guidelines. The consular officer will determine whether the income stated by the sponsor and documented in the tax return and any other evidence meets the poverty guidelines in effect as of the time of the I-864 was filed with the National Visa Center, the U.S. embassy or consulate. If the income stated by the sponsor does not meet the poverty guidelines then the consular officer may request the sponsor may submit current year income information for additional evidence to reach a determination. If the sponsor is relying on income from any household member or dependents to reach the minimum income requirement, an IRS-issued transcript or a copy of each individual's most recent tax return is also required, and each person must complete a Form I-864A, Contract Between Sponsor and Household member. The consular officer may ask for additional income documentation, such as employment letter.

I hope this helps.

This is very confusing... for K3 (I-129F) interview... do we need I-134 or I-864? ...I know this is a redendand question ..but this last us state statement mentioned I-164!

K3s only need the I-134 for the embassy interview.

They will have to use the I-864 when they adjust status later in the US.

YEP, that's right. For the K3 interview you need I-134.

[wintime 0]

yeb.. just searched and found it on the following link

http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/info/info_3182.html

K-1 Fiancé or K-3 Spouse

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Should K-1 fiancé(e) visa applicants use the I-864 or the I-134?

Since fiancé(e)s are nonimmigrant visa applicants, they should use the I-134. They will need to submit an I-864 to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) when they adjust status to conditional immigrant in the United States after they are married.

Edited November 27, 2007 by wintime

[Torito Baby 0]

hello guys! i have a question too... if anyone can help me...

About the I-134... my wife has all the papers from income tax, bank... but she order TAX TRANSCRIPT too for the last 3 years from IRS. my question is... what is best to send to me for interview?! Should tax transcript from IRS be legalised or not ?!

thank you in advance!