Gaps in employment for Affidavit of Support

[dwheels76 5,469]

Anyone out there that can shade some light on this issue for me (maybe its a none issue). Okay i am a very Experience QA Analyst for over 10 years. In July 2008 I resigned from my job of over 13 years to be closer to my daughter and grandkids. My daughter just had twins and already had two toddlers. So I had planned to take some time away from work and be a stay at home grandma caregiver. Than as you know the economy about fall 2008 went south also with my 401K I was planning on living on for a spell. Anyway this is my work history.

1. 2008 worked 7 months made $32,584

2. 2009 worked 7 weeks and also collected unemployment made $19,330

3. 2010 worked 7 months (2 jobs) made $38,570

4. 2011 was living with husband in Nigeria half the year didn't work. collected unemployment collected $4150

Now the bright spot is i have been job offered and I start my new job July 9th. Lets just say I about 3 times the poverty level. As you can see I have the ability to work and get good paying jobs so does anyone see an issue with 2011. And with my new employment well being so new and it is a contracting job that;s renewable after 6 months. A co-sponsor is not an option.

So what you think? A letter of explanation for why no work in 2011. Will they be concerned with me not having worked a solid year since 2007. I do have my 2008 tax transcript I ordered because I did want to show them I do and can make good money. Thanks for reading.

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Current and continuing income is what is needed for the Affidavit of Support. The past earning history does not have much of an impact.

If as a contractor you are considered self employed, then you may have a bit more of a challenge. For a self employed sponsor their income amount is drawn from the past year's form 1040.

Assets can be used to make up an income shortfall. Assets are factored at 3:1 (asset value:income)

The I-864 FAQ link in my signature below may be helpful to you.

[Americangirl10 1]

Anyone out there that can shade some light on this issue for me (maybe its a none issue). Okay i am a very Experience QA Analyst for over 10 years. In July 2008 I resigned from my job of over 13 years to be closer to my daughter and grandkids. My daughter just had twins and already had two toddlers. So I had planned to take some time away from work and be a stay at home grandma caregiver. Than as you know the economy about fall 2008 went south also with my 401K I was planning on living on for a spell. Anyway this is my work history.

1. 2008 worked 7 months made $32,584

2. 2009 worked 7 weeks and also collected unemployment made $19,330

3. 2010 worked 7 months (2 jobs) made $38,570

4. 2011 was living with husband in Nigeria half the year didn't work. collected unemployment collected $4150

Now the bright spot is i have been job offered and I start my new job July 9th. Lets just say I about 3 times the poverty level. As you can see I have the ability to work and get good paying jobs so does anyone see an issue with 2011. And with my new employment well being so new and it is a contracting job that;s renewable after 6 months. A co-sponsor is not an option.

So what you think? A letter of explanation for why no work in 2011. Will they be concerned with me not having worked a solid year since 2007. I do have my 2008 tax transcript I ordered because I did want to show them I do and can make good money. Thanks for reading.

Did you file your taxes for 2011? I believe they are mainly concerned about the aspect of filing and reporting income for the following years, not necessarily if you are capable of having solid income potential. I think a letter explaining the employment situation (for 2011) and living abroad would be sufficient enough, along with a 2011 tax transcript. HOWEVER, still submit copies of your current employment pay stubs once they are obtained and obtain an employment verification letter from the employer.

[dwheels76 5,469]

Current and continuing income is what is needed for the Affidavit of Support. The past earning history does not have much of an impact.

If as a contractor you are considered self employed, then you may have a bit more of a challenge. For a self employed sponsor their income amount is drawn from the past year's form 1040.

Assets can be used to make up an income shortfall. Assets are factored at 3:1 (asset value:income)

The I-864 FAQ link in my signature below may be helpful to you.

Assets no I have no assets. And I am a contract to hire type Analyst not self-employed. Hired through a recruiting company so no need for me to have to do the self=employed route. I had been reading the FAQ for AOS and it seems your ability to work does play into the CO's mind. I mean if i was grandma at home never worked and all a sudden I am trying to bring my husband here they want to see do I have the ability to even make a decent living for me and my husband. I guess. I guess a good letter of explanation is in order.

Thanks for commenting.

[dwheels76 5,469]

Did you file your taxes for 2011? I believe they are mainly concerned about the aspect of filing and reporting income for the following years, not necessarily if you are capable of having solid income potential. I think a letter explaining the employment situation (for 2011) and living abroad would be sufficient enough, along with a 2011 tax transcript. HOWEVER, still submit copies of your current employment pay stubs once they are obtained and obtain an employment verification letter from the employer.

Yes I filed in April and just ordered yesterday my transcripts. And just filed today 2009 (I know, I know but I owe and was procrastinating). So I will have 2008. 2009. 2010. 2011 and a letter of explanation (i guess like I mentioned here(, a letter of employment and pay stubs. I am ready, Bring on my NOA2 so i can get this party started.

Thank you for responding. much appreciated.

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Assets no I have no assets. And I am a contract to hire type Analyst not self-employed. Hired through a recruiting company so no need for me to have to do the self=employed route. I had been reading the FAQ for AOS and it seems your ability to work does play into the CO's mind. I mean if i was grandma at home never worked and all a sudden I am trying to bring my husband here they want to see do I have the ability to even make a decent living for me and my husband. I guess. I guess a good letter of explanation is in order.

Thanks for commenting.

You are going through what is considered the toughest embassy for family visas. Being well prepared is a must.

Document your current annualized income with recent paystubs and an employer letter. Past earning history isn't going to influence much. From what you state, the income meets the requirement. The affidavit of support is a numbers game, you have it or you don't.

[dwheels76 5,469]

You are going through what is considered the toughest embassy for family visas. Being well prepared is a must.

Document your current annualized income with recent paystubs and an employer letter. Past earning history isn't going to influence much. From what you state, the income meets the requirement. The affidavit of support is a numbers game, you have it or you don't.

Yes Lagos is no joke and they don't care about grandma taking time off to be with the babies. . I am sure by NVC time and especially by interview I should have a good 2 to 3 months worth of pay-stubs to present. The I-864 will have the numbers and every year but 2011 I meet the poverty guidelines. Jut need to get started with work. Phew thank God for employment.

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Yes Lagos is no joke and they don't care about grandma taking time off to be with the babies. . I am sure by NVC time and especially by interview I should have a good 2 to 3 months worth of pay-stubs to present. The I-864 will have the numbers and every year but 2011 I meet the poverty guidelines. Jut need to get started with work. Phew thank God for employment.

It sounds like you've got your Lagos radar tuned properly. Best of luck.

[dwheels76 5,469]

It sounds like you've got your Lagos radar tuned properly. Best of luck.

Yes Sir and phasers on stun. I am locked and loaded. For real. Thank you for talking me through this.