I-134 Questions

[babytiger 0]

Hey everyone,

I posted this in the general K1 topic and it was moved to the general Consulate topic, and I still havent gotten any responses so I thought I'd try my luck here since the interview is with the US consulate in Montreal.

My situation:

I am the USC and a full time grad student with no income other than my student loans and am therefore below the poverty limits.

My sister who is married with one child is co-sponsoring my fiance.

My Questions:

1. I realize I also have to fill out the I-134 form, but do I also have to send supporting documents, and if so, what are they looking for? I'm assuming just a letter from the bank?

2. Im reading and re-reading the instructions and I see nothing about submitting tax information unless you are self employed. I didnt file taxes but my sister the cosponsor does. Where does it mention submitting tax returns?

3. My plan was to submit my I-134 form, (notarized), her I-134 form (notarized), a letter from her bank, and a letter from her employer. Am I missing something?

Perhaps Im short some brain cells but Im confused.

Thanks in advance for the help.

[Marissa&Stephen 0]

The I-134 asks for supporting evidence that is "applicable to your situation." Then goes on to state the appropriate documents as:

A.) Statement from an officer of the bank or other financial institution where you have deposits, giving the following details regarding your account:

1. Date account opened;

2. Total amount deposited for the past year;

3. Present balance.

B.) Statement of your employer on business stationary.

You said you aren't working so I'm skipping this one, though it would likely need to be sent in if your co-sponsor works.

C.) If self-employed... Skip

D.) List containing serial numbers and denominations of bonds and name of record owner(s).

I don't see any mention of sending tax returns other than if you are self-employed, either. Does somebody else know otherwise?

SO, long story short, it would appear to me that you are giving them all that they are asking for. If I'm also missing something (I am currently in the same position you are right now), then I hope somebody else responds to correct us both.

Best of luck!

[Amy and Brian 1]

I believe that tax returns are required for the I-864 affidavit of support, which some consulates require at this stage and (I think) is required for everyone at the AOS stage.

I'm just going by what I recall reading on the forums. I'm sure someone more knowledgable will correct me if I'm wrong on this.