proof of domicile: living with relative

[jswalker86 0]

hi everyone.

i'm in the process of getting together proof of domicile for our interview on april 1st. we got some stuff together, but I have a question.

We will be residing with my mother for our first few months there. My residence has always been there. but I have seen on here the embassy likes to have a rental contract. I have also read on here that sometimes they accept a letter from the relative saying it's okay if they live there, and sometimes they don't accept that. but.........

what if my mother made us a contract for us to live at her residence? do you think this would be a good idea? that way it just wouldn't be a letter from a relative, it would also be like a contract.

what's your thoughts on this? i'm very worried if I will have to be away from my wife again

[KittyPollitt 284]

I went through the same thing. I had my mother write up a lease agreement- with my rent covered by services rendered in the household. It worked fine.

[jswalker86 0]

Thanks, that's super good to know. Here is a draft of the contract we've written up. please (anyone) give me your opinion about this. things I should add, remove, etc.

ROOM RENTAL AGREEMENT

This is a legally binding agreement. It is intended to promote household harmony by clarifying the

expectations and responsibilities of the Homeowner/Principal Tenant (Landlords) and Tenant when

they share the same home. The term “Landlord” refers to the Homeowner/Principal Tenant.

Landlord shall provide a copy of this executed document to the Tenant, as required by law.

Rental Unit Located at:

123 fake street, Beverly Hills, California, 90210

Homeowner/Principal Tenant:

Mary Smith

Tenants:

John Smith & Jane Smith

Terms

Length of Agreement:

Month-to-Month/Automatic Renewal. Move in date for both Tenants shall be when John Smith (along with Jane Smith), returns from his temporary stay in the Philippines (Which shall be in May or June of 2011).

[Either party may cancel or change terms of this agreement upon thirty (30) days WRITTEN notice. The notice period may be lengthened or shortened by WRITTEN agreement. ]

Rent:

$150.00, is payable monthly on the 15th day of the month, to Mary Smith.

Rent must be paid in Cash or Personal Check. If Rent is not paid fourteen (14) days from when the rent is due, a late fee of $10 a day will be added until rent is paid in full.

[Rent includes utilities.]

Household Rules:

Tenants are free to use electronics/appliances in the house as long as they have consent from the Homeowner/Principal Tenant. Tenants are expected to keep the areas they use (room, kitchen, restroom, etc.) in good condition. Any damage caused by the Tenants will be paid for by the Tenants. No smoking is allowed inside the house. Tenants may only have a pet if they have the written consent of the Homeowner/Principal Tenant.

Conflict Resolution:

Each housemate will strive to develop mutual cooperation and good feelings with all other housemates. Should disagreements arise, each shall try to resolve the dispute in good faith using clear communication. If disputes continue thereafter, the housemates agree to the following methods of conflict resolution: Decision by Home Principal Tenant

Deposits:

Last month's rent: To be paid on 05-15-2011 in the amount of $150.00

Security Deposit: paid on 05-15-2011 in the amount of $50.00

This deposit is refundable within 120 days after tenant vacates the premises.

The security deposit may be used for the purpose of repairing damage for which the tenant is responsible (beyond normal wear and tear), cleaning, or paying unpaid rent or utilities. The landlord and the tenant shall conduct a pre-move out inspection of the rental BEFORE the tenant moves out at which time the landlord shall inform the tenant of needed repairs and/or cleaning in WRITING. The tenant shall have the right to make any repairs identified at the pre-move out inspection at his or her expense before the move out date without deduction from the security deposit. After the tenant moves out, the landlord shall return the deposit to the tenant with accrued interest less any deductions, if any, the landlord is entitled to under this agreement. If any deductions are made, the landlord shall provide the tenant with a written itemized statement of expenses and receipts for cleaning or repairs for which deductions were made from the deposit.

This agreement is entered into on this 15th day of March, 2011

Landlord Signature:

Tenant Signature:

Tenant Signature:

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A simple affidavit from your parent stating that you will be living with them ought to be sufficient.

If your mail (bank statements, CC bills, etc) have that address submit evidence of that. Also if your drivers license shows that address submit a photocopy. That ought to satisfy the requirements. http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/info/info_3183.html#3