Affidavit of Support

[alexlei 0]

hello vj's im here again to ask something... my husband is currently workin part time in the VA (government) at the college where he studying, because of that it is tax free and he dont have to file a tax return for it..he's a student, he receives money from the GI bill monthly for school but he's not spending it all monthly, i wonder if this money considered as his income to write down on my affidavit of support form? cause if he only put his income as VA worker, he wont have enough... do i need co sponsor on it?

thanks vj's

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Always safe to get a co-sponser.

[Otto 83]

hello vj's im here again to ask something... my husband is currently workin part time in the VA (government) at the college where he studying, because of that it is tax free and he dont have to file a tax return for it..he's a student, he receives money from the GI bill monthly for school but he's not spending it all monthly, i wonder if this money considered as his income to write down on my affidavit of support form? cause if he only put his income as VA worker, he wont have enough... do i need co sponsor on it?

thanks vj's

Not certain GI-Bill/Education money can be counted as income - if other income is insufficient to meet the minimum requirements, you should secure a co-sponsor.

[MikenKyhen 0]

I agree. Get a co-sponsor. I'm a guidance counselor at a community college in Illinois and work closely with the office of Veterans Affairs. Money received via the GI bill is supposed to be used specifically for school eg..tuition, fees, books etc..I doubt they will consider this as sufficient to meet the requirements. Good luck.

[Bobby+Umit 161]

hello vj's im here again to ask something... my husband is currently workin part time in the VA (government) at the college where he studying, because of that it is tax free and he dont have to file a tax return for it..he's a student, he receives money from the GI bill monthly for school but he's not spending it all monthly, i wonder if this money considered as his income to write down on my affidavit of support form? cause if he only put his income as VA worker, he wont have enough... do i need co sponsor on it?

thanks vj's

GI Bill Funds are Non-taxable-- GI Bill Tip #9

Many veterans are eligible for grants, loans and other school monies in addition to their Montgomery GI Bill benefits. With current pay rates for the MGIB at more than $1000 a month, GI Bill "income" can be enough to help pay for transportation and living expenses while veterans attend college.

With such a large monthly sum, many initially wonder if it will affect their taxes, but there is good news. VA benefits, including all veteran education money, are not reportable as income on your tax forms. Those using combinations of student loans, veteran education benefits and grants to pay for school won't be 'penalized' at tax time for using their VA benefits.

(source: GI Bill info)

Resourcesare funds that you may have access to, but aren’t considered monthly income. These include VA education benefits under chapters 1606, 1607, 30, 32, 35, Section 903, REPS, ROTC (title 10 chapter 2), ROTC (title 37 chapter 2), and chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment benefits.

(source: gi bill)

So it appears it is not "income".

[alexlei 0]

guys im confuse, i emailed our lawyer that we hired during my fiance visa case and he replied this:

Hello Leizel,

The sponsor may rely on income that is not subject to taxation such as a housing allowance for clergy or military personnel. So yes, moneys from the GI Bill would qualify.

[sedation 1]

guys im confuse, i emailed our lawyer that we hired during my fiance visa case and he replied this:

Hello Leizel,

The sponsor may rely on income that is not subject to taxation such as a housing allowance for clergy or military personnel. So yes, moneys from the GI Bill would qualify.

But this GI Bill is not permanent income And according to USCIS the income of the sponser should continue after sponsering the applicant.and is this GI Bill meets the poverty guidelines for 2 members.There is no harm to get a co-sponser.Its for your own benefit.Rest its your decision.

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

hello vj's im here again to ask something... my husband is currently workin part time in the VA (government) at the college where he studying, because of that it is tax free and he dont have to file a tax return for it..he's a student, he receives money from the GI bill monthly for school but he's not spending it all monthly, i wonder if this money considered as his income to write down on my affidavit of support form? cause if he only put his income as VA worker, he wont have enough... do i need co sponsor on it?

thanks vj's

#1 line up a co-sponsor. Yes, tax exempt income IS income and is counted as such IF it is documented. They may also take into consideration it is definitely not permanent income. FYI, while your fiance may be exempt from paying income tax, that does not make him exempt from filing a tax return, which he may well have to do anyway.

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

hello vj's im here again to ask something... my husband is currently workin part time in the VA (government) at the college where he studying, because of that it is tax free and he dont have to file a tax return for it..he's a student, he receives money from the GI bill monthly for school but he's not spending it all monthly, i wonder if this money considered as his income to write down on my affidavit of support form? cause if he only put his income as VA worker, he wont have enough... do i need co sponsor on it?

thanks vj's

GI Bill Funds are Non-taxable-- GI Bill Tip #9

Many veterans are eligible for grants, loans and other school monies in addition to their Montgomery GI Bill benefits. With current pay rates for the MGIB at more than $1000 a month, GI Bill "income" can be enough to help pay for transportation and living expenses while veterans attend college.

With such a large monthly sum, many initially wonder if it will affect their taxes, but there is good news. VA benefits, including all veteran education money, are not reportable as income on your tax forms. Those using combinations of student loans, veteran education benefits and grants to pay for school won't be 'penalized' at tax time for using their VA benefits.

(source: GI Bill info)

Resourcesare funds that you may have access to, but aren’t considered monthly income. These include VA education benefits under chapters 1606, 1607, 30, 32, 35, Section 903, REPS, ROTC (title 10 chapter 2), ROTC (title 37 chapter 2), and chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment benefits.

(source: gi bill)

So it appears it is not "income".

Bobby, I think you are quoting from some IRS or GI bill information, correct? It is true that some types of income are not considered "income" for tax purposes. For example workman's compensation, child support, insurance and court settlements. There is no place to even list them on a 1040. But if documented with court orders, award letters, and proof of payment (check stubs) they ARE considered income by the consulate for support puposes. But the consulate WILL take into consideration that it may not be permanent income, or limited in time, such as child support or such as the benefits the OP is receiving. For example, a woman with a 5 year old child and court ordered child support would probably have her child support considered as income by the consulate, but if the child was 17, maybe not.

Where did you quote this from, I am interested.

[Bobby+Umit 161]

hello vj's im here again to ask something... my husband is currently workin part time in the VA (government) at the college where he studying, because of that it is tax free and he dont have to file a tax return for it..he's a student, he receives money from the GI bill monthly for school but he's not spending it all monthly, i wonder if this money considered as his income to write down on my affidavit of support form? cause if he only put his income as VA worker, he wont have enough... do i need co sponsor on it?

thanks vj's

GI Bill Funds are Non-taxable-- GI Bill Tip #9

Many veterans are eligible for grants, loans and other school monies in addition to their Montgomery GI Bill benefits. With current pay rates for the MGIB at more than $1000 a month, GI Bill "income" can be enough to help pay for transportation and living expenses while veterans attend college.

With such a large monthly sum, many initially wonder if it will affect their taxes, but there is good news. VA benefits, including all veteran education money, are not reportable as income on your tax forms. Those using combinations of student loans, veteran education benefits and grants to pay for school won't be 'penalized' at tax time for using their VA benefits.

(source: GI Bill info)

Resourcesare funds that you may have access to, but aren’t considered monthly income. These include VA education benefits under chapters 1606, 1607, 30, 32, 35, Section 903, REPS, ROTC (title 10 chapter 2), ROTC (title 37 chapter 2), and chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment benefits.

(source: gi bill)

So it appears it is not "income".

Bobby, I think you are quoting from some IRS or GI bill information, correct? It is true that some types of income are not considered "income" for tax purposes. For example workman's compensation, child support, insurance and court settlements. There is no place to even list them on a 1040. But if documented with court orders, award letters, and proof of payment (check stubs) they ARE considered income by the consulate for support puposes. But the consulate WILL take into consideration that it may not be permanent income, or limited in time, such as child support or such as the benefits the OP is receiving. For example, a woman with a 5 year old child and court ordered child support would probably have her child support considered as income by the consulate, but if the child was 17, maybe not.

Where did you quote this from, I am interested.

I have the links in the post I quoted from.

Also - I found this: Question asked before on this site

and a few of the answers were the same as here, not income, limited, reimbursement program, can't be used.

However, one of the answers suggest to ask the consulate you are applying to (in this case, USCIS since he going for the I-864), to see if they will accept it)

The only issue I can see is that the GI bill is not income, per se, it's to pay tuition and associated costs for education. Supporting a foreign bride doesn't fall under that I would think.

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

hello vj's im here again to ask something... my husband is currently workin part time in the VA (government) at the college where he studying, because of that it is tax free and he dont have to file a tax return for it..he's a student, he receives money from the GI bill monthly for school but he's not spending it all monthly, i wonder if this money considered as his income to write down on my affidavit of support form? cause if he only put his income as VA worker, he wont have enough... do i need co sponsor on it?

thanks vj's

GI Bill Funds are Non-taxable-- GI Bill Tip #9

Many veterans are eligible for grants, loans and other school monies in addition to their Montgomery GI Bill benefits. With current pay rates for the MGIB at more than $1000 a month, GI Bill "income" can be enough to help pay for transportation and living expenses while veterans attend college.

With such a large monthly sum, many initially wonder if it will affect their taxes, but there is good news. VA benefits, including all veteran education money, are not reportable as income on your tax forms. Those using combinations of student loans, veteran education benefits and grants to pay for school won't be 'penalized' at tax time for using their VA benefits.

(source: GI Bill info)

Resourcesare funds that you may have access to, but aren’t considered monthly income. These include VA education benefits under chapters 1606, 1607, 30, 32, 35, Section 903, REPS, ROTC (title 10 chapter 2), ROTC (title 37 chapter 2), and chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment benefits.

(source: gi bill)

So it appears it is not "income".

Bobby, I think you are quoting from some IRS or GI bill information, correct? It is true that some types of income are not considered "income" for tax purposes. For example workman's compensation, child support, insurance and court settlements. There is no place to even list them on a 1040. But if documented with court orders, award letters, and proof of payment (check stubs) they ARE considered income by the consulate for support puposes. But the consulate WILL take into consideration that it may not be permanent income, or limited in time, such as child support or such as the benefits the OP is receiving. For example, a woman with a 5 year old child and court ordered child support would probably have her child support considered as income by the consulate, but if the child was 17, maybe not.

Where did you quote this from, I am interested.

I have the links in the post I quoted from.

Also - I found this: Question asked before on this site

and a few of the answers were the same as here, not income, limited, reimbursement program, can't be used.

However, one of the answers suggest to ask the consulate you are applying to (in this case, USCIS since he going for the I-864), to see if they will accept it)

The only issue I can see is that the GI bill is not income, per se, it's to pay tuition and associated costs for education. Supporting a foreign bride doesn't fall under that I would think.

OK, thanks. I was interested. I was quite certain the consulate would consider that it is not permanent or even long term income. However I will add that sometimes it seems MY income is only to pay tuition and costs for education!

[Bobby+Umit 161]

Seems like my income is going to re-furbing the house for umit