Do I need a co-sponsor?

[miktev23 0]

Hello guys! I've been searching and searching this K1 forum about my problem to get answers but couldn't seem find a topic with the same exact concern I have. Anyway, my petition for my fiance has been approved last June 13 and today I received my NOA 2, we are very excited but I'm very concerned about the fact that I still live with my parents, though I meet the annual income requirements(last year I made a little over 22k), worked at the same place for 5 years now and just graduated an Associated Degree(if it matters). My dad was also telling me that I barely pass the poverty guideline which adds up to my worries. My dad is willing to co-sponsor for us, but do I really need one? Plus, it was stated that the Manila Embassy doesn't allow co-sponsors. Please help? Thanks so much in advance!

[NikLR 13,227]

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[Bugs 455]

125% of the federal poverty guideline for a family of two (you and your future wife) is $19,387. You should be fine. Be sure to include a tax transcript, letter from your employer stating your job stability and salary, and a few recent pay stubs with your i-134 form you send her.

[HK12 273]

125% of the federal poverty guideline for a family of two (you and your future wife) is $19,387. You should be fine. Be sure to include a tax transcript, letter from your employer stating your job stability and salary, and a few recent pay stubs with your i-134 form you send her.

That.

Btw, my husband (then-fiancé) was in a similar situation as you OP; he was still living with his parents, and his income was similar to yours. We got approved without any hassle. Good luck to you!

[RCatherine 0]

Agreed- I was in the same situation with my now husband. I petitioned for him to live here with me when I was fresh out of college and making $40, 000 a year. I was concerned that my living and depending on my parents would make a huge difference, but in reality, it doesn't. In fact, if you are living at home and saving money and can prove via bank records that you have saved a little, it may even help your case. Best of luck!

[Hank_ 9,174]

Hello guys! I've been searching and searching this K1 forum about my problem to get answers but couldn't seem find a topic with the same exact concern I have. Anyway, my petition for my fiance has been approved last June 13 and today I received my NOA 2, we are very excited but I'm very concerned about the fact that I still live with my parents, though I meet the annual income requirements(last year I made a little over 22k), worked at the same place for 5 years now and just graduated an Associated Degree(if it matters). My dad was also telling me that I barely pass the poverty guideline which adds up to my worries. My dad is willing to co-sponsor for us, but do I really need one? Plus, it was stated that the Manila Embassy doesn't allow co-sponsors. Please help? Thanks so much in advance!

As long as you meet or exceed the requirements stated on the I-864P you will be fine.

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[Lisa Anderson 0]

Hello guys! I've been searching and searching this K1 forum about my problem to get answers but couldn't seem find a topic with the same exact concern I have. Anyway, my petition for my fiance has been approved last June 13 and today I received my NOA 2, we are very excited but I'm very concerned about the fact that I still live with my parents, though I meet the annual income requirements(last year I made a little over 22k), worked at the same place for 5 years now and just graduated an Associated Degree(if it matters). My dad was also telling me that I barely pass the poverty guideline which adds up to my worries. My dad is willing to co-sponsor for us, but do I really need one? Plus, it was stated that the Manila Embassy doesn't allow co-sponsors. Please help? Thanks so much in advance!

You must meet poverty guidelines in order to sponsor a family member or fiancé to come to the U.S. It’s not really a concern by how much you meet the guidelines. And, there’s no rule saying you can’t live with your parents. Many people in the U.S. now do because of the economy.