I-134 Section 7 question

[miSSingMyBabyMuch 1]

Hi guys,

Quick question on the I-134 Affidavit of Support Question 7. The first line says "I derive an annual income of: (If self employed, I have attached a copy of my latest tax return or report commercial rating concern which I certify to be true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief."

My question is, on this line item, are we suppose to put the amount stated on his 1040 or his current annual income. I ask this because my fiancé only started working at the latter part of year 2011 and only paid taxes for the months he worked for. The income stated on the 1040 is far less than what he really gets in a year. I am just confused as to what number to put in here. I have read it should be what is on the tax return. I have also read what is the actual annual income backed by an employment letter of course.

Any help would be appreciated. Thanks a lot!

[sunandmoon 450]

Hi guys,

Quick question on the I-134 Affidavit of Support Question 7. The first line says "I derive an annual income of: (If self employed, I have attached a copy of my latest tax return or report commercial rating concern which I certify to be true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief."

My question is, on this line item, are we suppose to put the amount stated on his 1040 or his current annual income. I ask this because my fiancé only started working at the latter part of year 2011 and only paid taxes for the months he worked for. The income stated on the 1040 is far less than what he really gets in a year. I am just confused as to what number to put in here. I have read it should be what is on the tax return. I have also read what is the actual annual income backed by an employment letter of course.

Any help would be appreciated. Thanks a lot!

actual annual income backed by documentation. ( employment letter, pay check stubs )

[DavenRoxy 1,073]

Put the current annual income. Not what he has made so far, but what he will make in one year. 1040s will not always reflect income properly due to job changes. But since the 1040 and current income do not agree, this is a case where a letter of employment and income verification from his employer may be needed.

[miSSingMyBabyMuch 1]

Thanks sunandmoon and DavenRoxy for all the great insights!

[Tahoma 2,292]

The consular officer will see that his 2011 federal income tax return and W-2's/1090's show a low income. That's why you should submit current paycheck stubs and an employer's letter. The consular officer will be more interested in his current sustained income.