How to assemble the I-864 (Affidavit of support) package?

[CristianAmour 1]

Hello,

I would like some help on how to assemble the package. We have all the documents and everything needed but we don't know how everything should be organized so that there is no problem with it.

I think I read it somewhere on these forums a while ago but can't seem to find it now that I need it...

Thanks in advance!

[r8rfanisi 0]

http://www.visajourney.com/faq/k1k2visa-aos.html

6.2)...What forms and other items are required for Adjustment of Status?

Please see the K1 & K3 Adjustment of Status Guide. In short though you will require the following forms:

1. Payment(s) as required by USCIS. Be sure to include the payment for both the I-485 and the biometrics fee*. Use a money order so you can track the payment. If a personal check is allowed, use that instead. >> The fee for I-485 applications filed on or after July 30th 2007 inlcudes the cost of the I-131 and I-765 (no need to pay for them if filed with or while your I-485 application is pending adjudication -- as long as you paid the "new" rate for the I-485 effective July 30th 2007).

2. Cover Letter. Should include a description of what your are petitioning for (I-485), a table of contents (list everything in the packet). If you need additional room to explain your case, attach a separate sheet (list the attachment on the cover sheet). Make sure to sign and date the cover sheet.

3. Form I-485: Petition for Alien Relative

4. Copy of the non US Citizen Spouses Passport (biographical page as well as entry stamps).

4a. Copy of the non US Citizen Spouses K-1 or K-3 Visa from Passport

5. K-1 Visa Holders: Submit Copy of NOA2 "Approval" for I-129F **

K-3 Visa Holders: Submit Copy of NOA2 "Approval" for I-130

6. Copy of the non US Citizen Spouses valid I-94 (front and back copies)

7. A copy of the intending immigrant's birth certificate along with English translation. (If in any language other than English)

8. A certified copy of your marriage certificate. (If filing for your spouse)

9. Two passport-type photos (see specification) of the Non US Citizen Spouse. Write the full name on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <Insert Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.

10. G-325A filled out, signed and dated. If you are using a newer version of the G-325A it may only contain one page for "Biographic Information". Be sure to make four copies of the completed "Biographic Information" page to submit with the package.

11. I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status. (If you already have this from your overseas Visa Interview submit a copy that medical check form; No fee is required in this case. If you are a K-1 fiancé(e) or K-2 dependent who had a medical examination within the past year as required for the nonimmigrant fiancé(e) visa, you only need to submit a vaccination supplement, not the entire medical report. You may include the vaccination supplement with your adjustment of status application.)

12. I-864, Affidavit of Support (see poverty limits here)

>> Include any additional required supporting documentation

13. I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, if you want to work while your application is processed (optional)

>> Include any additional required supporting documentation or photos.

14. I-131, Application for Travel Document, if you need to travel outside the United States while your application is processed (optional)

>> Include any additional required supporting documentation.

* Fingerprint fee not needed for applicants under 14

** Should this document be misplaced/lost/never received you can file an I-824 to receive a duplicate copy via mail.

[Malrothien 6]

R8, while helpful, that's not the right AOS.

Check under the NVC wiki - there is an example I1864 cover letter.

http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/I-864_Cover_letter

Edited August 31, 2009 by Malrothien

[r8rfanisi 0]

R8, while helpful, that's not the right AOS.

Check under the NVC wiki - there is an example I1864 cover letter.

http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/I-864_Cover_letter

Then my bad. good thing you got their back!!!!!

[CristianAmour 1]

You guys rock. Thanks so much.

[Malrothien 6]

R8, while helpful, that's not the right AOS.

Check under the NVC wiki - there is an example I1864 cover letter.

http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/I-864_Cover_letter

Then my bad. good thing you got their back!!!!!

Hehe. It's silly that they have two AOS's, really.

You guys rock. Thanks so much.

You're welcome.

[navyswife 0]

R8, while helpful, that's not the right AOS.

Check under the NVC wiki - there is an example I1864 cover letter.

http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/I-864_Cover_letter

By the way, what is BARCODE SHEET that i see on the cover letter?

[Abiding 0]

R8, while helpful, that's not the right AOS.

Check under the NVC wiki - there is an example I1864 cover letter.

http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/I-864_Cover_letter

By the way, what is BARCODE SHEET that i see on the cover letter?

The barcode sheet is downloaded from the NVC payment website once the $70 AOS fee has been paid and posted online.

[mrsemcee 1]

R8, while helpful, that's not the right AOS.

Check under the NVC wiki - there is an example I1864 cover letter.

http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/I-864_Cover_letter

By the way, what is BARCODE SHEET that i see on the cover letter?

The barcode sheet is downloaded from the NVC payment website once the $70 AOS fee has been paid and posted online.

what exactly IS the NVC payment website? when can we get access to this? i am just past NOA2 and waiting on my NVC case number, but once i get it, can i login somewhere to access my case and then print barcodes when they become ready, once payments are made? also, is this where you pay "online" - where the shortcuts mention online payment??

thanks xx

[Malrothien 6]

Donna, look at the NVC wiki. Links to forms, cover sheets, and the online payment system are all there.

[CristianAmour 1]

Okay, we have everything ready, or so we think.

We're using a joint sponsor as my wife is on disability and only makes 8k a year.

Question is:

Should we write my wife's name, Social Security Number AND Case Number on the top-right hand corner of each page? Or just the NVC case number?

I just don't know if it'd make sense to write her name and SSN on her grand mother's joint sponsor I-864.

Any help will be greatly appreciated!