I-864 Self Employment Question

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I have already completed our I-864 but I was giving it some thoughts since I have the chance to before my wives interview.

In 2006 I was a full-time student, had no income and no dependants (I did not file tax return)

In 2007 I was self employed and had tax return has gross income of about $15,000

In 2008 I was self employed and had tax return has gross income of about $30,000

For 2009 - I have been self employed and will have a gross income of about $30,000 again (no returns yet because it isn't time but I have invoices)

I am unsure if I really need to provide bank statements or anything. I have cash assets around $50k+ across several accounts between myself and my wife. But, as far as I understand, you don't need to provide these unless you have under the income required and need to make up the difference.

Also, for 2009 what should I provide with the I-864 to prove income? I have invoice statements that have been paid that I had planned to take. Additionally, I was thinking it would be a good idea to have a letter from one of my clients saying how much I make per hour, what I do and that the work will continue.

Additionally, I live with my parents, we will move out once my wife arrives here within a month or two.

Edited November 19, 2009 by eclipsezero

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I have already completed our I-864 but I was giving it some thoughts since I have the chance to before my wives interview.

In 2006 I was a full-time student, had no income and no dependants (I did not file tax return)

In 2007 I was self employed and had tax return has gross income of about $15,000

In 2008 I was self employed and had tax return has gross income of about $30,000

For 2009 - I have been self employed and will have a gross income of about $30,000 again (no returns yet because it isn't time but I have invoices)

I am unsure if I really need to provide bank statements or anything. I have cash assets around $50k+ across several accounts between myself and my wife. But, as far as I understand, you don't need to provide these unless you have under the income required and need to make up the difference.

Also, for 2009 what should I provide with the I-864 to prove income? I have invoice statements that have been paid that I had planned to take. Additionally, I was thinking it would be a good idea to have a letter from one of my clients saying how much I make per hour, what I do and that the work will continue.

Additionally, I live with my parents, we will move out once my wife arrives here within a month or two.

Provide at least the 2008 tax return. Make sure all income stated is from line 22 of the 1040. If not, it may get through NVC but probably not get past a Consular officer. You are free to state assets but if you do, document them.