How much is REALLY enough?

[LilLoveBug 0]

So everyone says you only have to be 125% of the poverty limit right? which is around $18,000 for 2 people. Here is a question... how much is really, truly, honestly enough in the eyes of the consulate?? Could they look at your tax transcript, see you make $20k and say, sorry, not enough - even though the rules say only at or above $18k? Could a petition legally be sent back for that - "public charge" thing? Give me the inside details on this! Thanks

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[hope2018 25]

they can o what ever they want but i would not worry about that you will be fine if you only make $20000.

[kyle.sari 0]

I am concerned about the exact same thing.

In 2007 I made approx $20,000

In 2008 I made approx $19,900.

Is over the $17,500 limit but I am nervous as well that they would say its not enough.....

Has anybody here been denied because of a $20,000 income??

[rebeccajo 14]

This is a consulate specific question.

Research what your consulate requires.

Also note 'oddities' to your consulate, such as whether or not they want to see US tax returns and if so, how many years worth.

[Jasman0717 9]

I think Viet Nam is a high risk embassy so they have more options on whether to approve or deny.