Income Tax information for the the Interview

[Pinaylang 0]

Do we need original copies of the Income Tax Return or are copies okay? I know this is a weird question but just want to ask anyway... I used turbo tax so I just printed the copies should I sign it? I didn't make a copy with my signature when I sent my 2005 or 2006 income tax return.

Thank you

[YuAndDan 153]

Copies are fine, but better yet, get simple IRS transcripts.

NOTE IRS has the originals you have copies of the returns.

One thing about I-134, 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.

[Pinaylang 0]

Copies are fine, but better yet, get simple IRS transcripts.

NOTE IRS has the originals you have copies of the returns.

One thing about I-134, 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.

125% of the povertyline what would be the dollar mount if it was just me? and no other dependents...

[sofia2009 1]

125% of the povertyline what would be the dollar mount if it was just me? and no other dependents...

125% of the povertyline for you and ur beneficiary so it means 2 person if you don't have any dependent...I sent my original transcript to my fiance just in case they ask for it..better than safe than sorry!goodluck onur journey

[Pinaylang 0]

We only need 1040 tax right? Not the 540..??

[DaniDimo 0]

We only need 1040 tax right? Not the 540..??

Right, that what I send also.

[caro06 0]

Copies are fine, but better yet, get simple IRS transcripts.

NOTE IRS has the originals you have copies of the returns.

One thing about I-134, 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.

This is what I have ready for the Affidavit of Support.

Is this enough information?

* Signed and notarized I-134

* Statement from bank officer confirming Date account was opened, Total amount deposited for the year, and present balance.

*Statement from my employer stating when I started the job, my slary paid, and that the job is permanent, and I am an employee in good standing. ( I make $47,000 per year and have no dependants)

* Copy of my 2006 tax return

* 6 pay stubs dating back to when our petition was received by USCIS up to the present time

* Copies of stock certificates I own ( I recently became a business owner in 2007. I have not yet done a tax return for 2007. Stock is worth approx. $38,000)

* Copy of my 401k earnings ( I don't think this is needed, but I wanted to send it for additional info)