I-864 for AOS - inquiry

[John_Wayne 0]

First, I would like to thank all of the members, and especially thank the folks running this fantastic web site!!!… Following your instructions, we were approved for our K1 in about 5 months, and were married on September 18th!!!

Now we are preparing to submit our documentation for Adjustment Of Status, and I have a question about the I-864...

I was recently laid off from my job. Despite the lay off, I have already made about 375% of the poverty level (or about 3 times the requirement) for 2011. Also, I have documented proof of savings of more than five times the difference between our current total household income and the minimum income requirement (which is my understanding of the requirement in the instructions here at VJ for using assets). I also was well above the poverty level on my previous three tax returns (which I used to support the I-134 during the K1 application).

1) (My understanding would be that I have sufficient assets, and do not need a cosponsor, but I want to double check here)… Given the above information, will I need a co-sponsor now that I’m laid off?

2) My understanding is that I would need to check box D (unemployed since ___) in question 22 of the I-864, would I then not submit any letter of employment (even though I could be called back to work by the same employer)??

3) Should I use the same letters from my banks that I used for the I-134 or get new letters (I‘m thinking that I‘ll need new letters)?

Thank you for your time and assistance!!!

--JW

[Chris921 13]

1) from what i read i believe your assets should be sufficient, you won't NEED a co-sponsor but if you can get one without too much trouble its even better just in case they get nitpicky,

2)if you tick the unemployed since then no letter of employment would be require, if you later get employed/reemployed you could then resend in the i-864 if you wanted to

3) since you recently lost your job i would get new letters from your bank just because it shows even though unemployed you still have the assets required

Edited October 10, 2011 by Chris921

[John_Wayne 0]

1) from what i read i believe your assets should be sufficient, you won't NEED a co-sponsor but if you can get one without too much trouble its even better just in case they get nitpicky,

2)if you tick the unemployed since then no letter of employment would be require, if you later get employed/reemployed you could then resend in the i-864 if you wanted to

3) since you recently lost your job i would get new letters from your bank just because it shows even though unemployed you still have the assets required

Thanks Chris... That's what I think too.

Any insight from any sponsors here who were unemployed during the AOS application???

Much Appreciated,

JW

[Maleman 5]

If you are currently employed then you want to be 125% above the poverty line or show enough assets based on the USCIS criterion to not need a sponsor. In this manner you do not have to worry with providing asset information. I’m convinced an “unemployed” status will raise a flag on your I-864 (AOS). However, being immensely over the poverty line cash holdings wise, along with showing (3) years prior financially stability will be a big plus. Unfortunately, you will most likely need to show as many assets as you can while being unemployed. Ensure all of your bank letters are up to date. Yes, new letters are advisable (We did this as well - smile). Hopefully, your employment status will change soon! Until then, presenting plenty of assets should carry the day. Sounds like you are financially sound, and very marketable for future employment. May God’s speed be with you!

[John_Wayne 0]

If you are currently employed then you want to be 125% above the poverty line or show enough assets based on the USCIS criterion to not need a sponsor. In this manner you do not have to worry with providing asset information. I’m convinced an “unemployed” status will raise a flag on your I-864 (AOS). However, being immensely over the poverty line cash holdings wise, along with showing (3) years prior financially stability will be a big plus. Unfortunately, you will most likely need to show as many assets as you can while being unemployed. Ensure all of your bank letters are up to date. Yes, new letters are advisable (We did this as well - smile). Hopefully, your employment status will change soon! Until then, presenting plenty of assets should carry the day. Sounds like you are financially sound, and very marketable for future employment. May God’s speed be with you!

Yes, I have plenty of documented assets that would put me way above the poverty line for many years, even if I didn't return to work. I will definitely get new letters from the banks... Thanks Maleman!!