Proof of income for the Manila Embassy?

[Louis and Aya 17]

I am getting ready to mail off the I-129F as soon as I receive the few papers from Aya that I need to complete the package.

I am also working on getting all my paperwork ready so that when the time comes for the various additional stuff it's already taken care of.

Can anyone tell me what the Manila Embassy will require for the I-134 along with what the form itself asks for?

Do I just need my most recent taxes?

Do I need most recent taxes and W2s?

Do I need the last 2-3 years of taxes?

I just want to make sure everything is in order. I appreciate any and all help.

[C-ma'am 684]

**Moved form K1 to Philippines forum; as the question can be best addressed there.

[Louis and Aya 17]

Thank you.

**Moved form K1 to Philippines forum; as the question can be best addressed there.

[Hank_ 9,174]

I am getting ready to mail off the I-129F as soon as I receive the few papers from Aya that I need to complete the package.

I am also working on getting all my paperwork ready so that when the time comes for the various additional stuff it's already taken care of.

Can anyone tell me what the Manila Embassy will require for the I-134 along with what the form itself asks for?

Do I just need my most recent taxes?

Do I need most recent taxes and W2s?

Do I need the last 2-3 years of taxes?

I just want to make sure everything is in order. I appreciate any and all help.

Instructions for completing the 134: http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-134instr.pdf

Embassy Letter with their requirements: http://photos.state.gov/libraries/manila/19452/public/Revised%20K1%20Instruction%20Packet%20_3__rtf2_005.pdf

[frank_jhen_01 2]

letter of employment, pay stubs, bank statement, tax transcripts will work too, if u have 1040 u need w2's with it (3yrs) (2009-2011)

[X Factor 1,112]

letter of employment, pay stubs, bank statement, tax transcripts will work too, if u have 1040 u need w2's with it (3yrs) (2009-2011)

This is exactly what I sent and my fiancee was approved September 7. No need to get a letter from your bank. The bank statements will be good enough.

[Louis and Aya 17]

How do you get your old W2s I know how to get a copy of the tax returns but not the W2s. I've had the same job for almost 10 years so it's the only W2s I'll need.

Also, I read that Manila only wants 1 year of transcripts.

Reading the instructions it does not state to include any past tax transcripts unless you are self employed. I think that's what I'm wondering about.

[Hank_ 9,174]

Every company is required to send you a W-2 at the end of the year (ok they have until the end of January the following month) for income tax purposes. What have you been using to file your taxes if you have not gotten a W-2?

[TnJ 131]

How do you get your old W2s I know how to get a copy of the tax returns but not the W2s. I've had the same job for almost 10 years so it's the only W2s I'll need.

Also, I read that Manila only wants 1 year of transcripts.

Reading the instructions it does not state to include any past tax transcripts unless you are self employed. I think that's what I'm wondering about.

According to the embassy instructions that Hank provided, you are going to need at least last year's tax return or transcript. If self-employed, 3 years will be needed per I-134 instructions. Some who are not self-employed go ahead and send 3 because ordering transcripts is quick, easy, and free when done online at IRS website. It's just going above the minimum if not self-employed (for Manila Consulate anyway). If you don't have your W2/s from your employer/s, you need to contact the employer, and they could possibly generate a copy. Otherwise, that is what tax transcripts are for. Tax transcripts (even if it is the last tax year) can be used as an alternative to the 1040.

Edited September 20, 2012 by ToddnJessa

[Louis and Aya 17]

Every company is required to send you a W-2 at the end of the year (ok they have until the end of January the following month) for income tax purposes. What have you been using to file your taxes if you have not gotten a W-2?

Well I am divorced and I believe my ex-wife has the tax returns for the last few years, my W2s are not currently in my possession.

According to the embassy instructions that Hank provided, you are going to need at least last year's tax return or transcript. If self-employed, 3 years will be needed per I-134 instructions. Some who are not self-employed go ahead and send 3 because ordering transcripts is quick, easy, and free when done online at IRS website. It's just going above the minimum if not self-employed (for Manila Consulate anyway). If you don't have your W2/s from your employer/s, you need to contact the employer, and they could possibly generate a copy. Otherwise, that is what tax transcripts are for. Tax transcripts (even if it is the last tax year) can be used as an alternative to the 1040.

Thank you. I will get this years and last years. My ex says she has them and will let me have them, but she always keeps really good track of all past and present paperwork so I don't care if she has them.

So I can just send a copy of the W2s right? I don't want to send the originals.

[TnJ 131]

So I can just send a copy of the W2s right? I don't want to send the originals.

Photocopies should be accepted per what is stated on the I-134 instructions, but it is also a could idea to have the originals on hand just in case it is asked for by the consulate. If you don't want to bring the original W2s, an original transcript from the IRS for the year in question should suffice for any verification purposes.

[X Factor 1,112]

Just concentrate on the I-129 for now. No need to fill out I-134 yet. That will be filled out after NOA2 approval. You will have to sent that to your fiancee for her interview at the Manila embassy.

[Hank_ 9,174]

Well I am divorced and I believe my ex-wife has the tax returns for the last few years, my W2s are not currently in my possession.

Thank you. I will get this years and last years. My ex says she has them and will let me have them, but she always keeps really good track of all past and present paperwork so I don't care if she has them.

So I can just send a copy of the W2s right? I don't want to send the originals.

COPIES of W2 and of your most recent tax return (or transcript)

[Louis and Aya 17]

Thank you all.

I'm getting all information. We want this done as soon as possible and we will have all the pre-requisites done before the interview so as soon as the Visa is issued we can get back here

[Hank_ 9,174]

Photocopies should be accepted per what is stated on the I-134 instructions, but it is also a could idea to have the originals on hand just in case it is asked for by the consulate. If you don't want to bring the original W2s, an original transcript from the IRS for the year in question should suffice for any verification purposes.

The CO at the embassy will not ask for originals of the W-2 or tax returns (transcript).