I-864 joint bank account question.

[johnmcp 0]

Hi,

My wife and I recently had an interview in London for an IR1 visa.

Unfortunately, I didn't realise that my wife had to file an affidavit of support along with a joint sponsor, so we got the 221g blue slip at the interview.

My wife is the petitioner, but she does not qualify with income or assets. The consular officer told us that we still need to complete the form regardless, and provide a bank statement to show our current savings (which isn't a great deal).

My question is, how do we fill out part 7 of the affidavit, as we have a joint bank account?

Thanks.

[Bobby+Umit 161]

Hi,

My wife and I recently had an interview in London for an IR1 visa.

Unfortunately, I didn't realise that my wife had to file an affidavit of support along with a joint sponsor, so we got the 221g blue slip at the interview.

My wife is the petitioner, but she does not qualify with income or assets. The consular officer told us that we still need to complete the form regardless, and provide a bank statement to show our current savings (which isn't a great deal).

My question is, how do we fill out part 7 of the affidavit, as we have a joint bank account?

Thanks.

Two ways.

You can split it between you - or just have the petitioner fill in the first part with the full amount.

Do you have a joint sponsor?

[johnmcp 0]

Hi,

Yes, we have a joint sponsor (my father in law). His income has met the conditions of the affidavit, but only just. The CO said it's borderline, but they didn't require another sponsor. The bank statement is a bit of a worry, as I haven't had the chance to save too much yet.

Edited April 15, 2010 by johnmcp

[Bobby+Umit 161]

Hi,

Yes, we have a joint sponsor (my father in law). His income has met the conditions of the affidavit, but only just. The CO said it's borderline, but they didn't require another sponsor. The bank statement is a bit of a worry, as I haven't had the chance to save too much yet.

Ah - that is why they want to see your savings. Normally, if you have a co-sponsor, the onus is on them to make the income level, however, since it's "borderline", they are making double sure I suppose.

[johnmcp 0]

Hopefully, it's just making sure on their part! I'd hate to get denied over something that can be fixed easily.

Thanks for your help.

[johnmcp 0]

Hi,

Just a quick message to say that I am receiving a delivery from DX Couriers tomorrow. I am assuming it's the visa, but would the London Embassy use that service for the request of more information? It's only been a week, so I'm a bit surprised at how fast they have responded!

Thanks.

[sachinky 465]

I hope it's your visa! Good luck.

[johnmcp 0]

It did indeed turn out to be the visa.

Thanks goes to the forum for providing great information! Long may it continue.

Good luck everyone.

[sachinky 465]

Many congratulations and best wishes!