Inviting relatives to visit US, affidavit of support?

[fting 0]

I am USC, and inviting my inlaw to visit US with B2 visa.

I have read on embassy websites, and it seems Affidavit of Support(I-134) is not a "required" document. I guess it is an optional doc. My question is, would this help for their visa case? They do have some savings in their bank account. but I wonder if the I-134 helps their case, or would it work against their case?

thanks a lot!

[Oksana & Max 94]

The I-134 will not help at all. Your relatives have to qualify on their own merits. There is nothing you can do to help them with visa approval.

[fting 0]

The I-134 will not help at all. Your relatives have to qualify on their own merits. There is nothing you can do to help them with visa approval.

ok I see, thanks for your inputs!

[Operator 1,927]

Actually the US embassies in China expect to see an invitation letter if the applicant is visiting an individual in the US.

"Invitation Letter: If you are invited to visit someone in the United States, provide information about who is inviting you, purpose of travel, and planned itinerary or schedule."

In the past I have written invitation letters in which I state that I will be financially responsible for the person visiting throughout their visit in the US. I'm happy to email you a sample letter if you like.