need to know what it means please

[salie_adnan10 0]

hi there this one is one of the check mark on paper they sent need to know what it mean please " Section 212(a)(4) which prohibits the issuance of a visa to anyone likely to become a public charge" we all confused on this one

[christeen 966]

Means that the sponsor did not meet the financial requirements to sponsor someone for a visa... You will need to show proof of more income or get a co-sponsor... This refers to the 864, affidavit of support... Sponsor must show 125% of poverty level for the family size...

[FirstOfficerD 5]

hi there this one is one of the check mark on paper they sent need to know what it mean please " Section 212(a)(4) which prohibits the issuance of a visa to anyone likely to become a public charge" we all confused on this one

Sec. 212. [8 U.S.C. 1182]

(a) Classes of Aliens Ineligible for Visas or Admission.-Except as otherwise provided in this Act, aliens who are inadmissible under the following paragraphs are ineligible to receive visas and ineligible to be admitted to the United States:

(4) Public charge

Need to provide more income (Affidavit of Support)

[missing_tulips 4]

INA Section 212(a)(4) - Public Charge

Why was I refused under INA section 212(a)(4)? What is meant by “public charge”?

Visa applicants need to satisfy this provision of law by demonstrating proof of adequate financial support in the United States. A visa refusal, or ineligibility, under section 212(a)(4) of the INA means that the consular officer determined that you are likely to become a public charge in the United States. Public charge means that the consular officer determined that you are likely to become primarily dependent on the U.S. government for your existence and financial support in the United States.

Is a refusal under section 212(a)(4) permanent?

A refusal, or ineligibility, under section 212(a)(4) can be overcome in certain circumstances, as explained below.

Immigrants - Most immigrant visa applicants are required to submit an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864, I-864A, I-864W, or I-864EZ, as applicable) from the U.S. sponsors who filed petitions for them. If your U.S. sponsor does not meet the requirements of the Affidavit of Support, you may present a second Affidavit of Support from a qualifying joint sponsor. Learn more about the Affidavit of Support.

Some categories of immigrant visa applicants are not required to have Affidavits of Support. These are categories where no U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident relative filed a petition on your behalf, including most employment-based immigrants and diversity visa (DV) applicants.

If you are applying for an immigrant visa category where the Affidavit of Support Form is not required, the following are examples of how you could demonstrate to the consular officer that you will have financial support in the United States:

• Your own personal funds;
• A job offer in the United States; and/or
• Sponsorship from a U.S. resident.

Examples of sponsorship from a U.S. resident include:

• A letter from the U.S. resident stating financial support of you while in the United States;
• Documents showing that the U.S. resident can financially support you, such as bank statements or pay stubs; and/or
• An Affidavit of Support (Form I-134).

The consular officer will review the additional evidence of financial support you submit to determine whether it is sufficient to overcome your ineligibility under section 212(a)(4).

Nonimmigrants - You must demonstrate sufficient financial support during your temporary stay in the United States. Public charge denials are less frequent for nonimmigrant visa applications, but can occur, for example, in the case of a visa applicant seeking medical treatment in the United States without adequate funds to pay for treatment. Learn more about applying for a visitor visa for medical treatment.

In order to overcome a denial for public charge reasons, you must demonstrate you will have sufficient financial support in the United States. The consular officer will review the additional evidence you submit to determine whether it is sufficient to overcome your ineligibility under section 212(a)(4)....

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[christeen 966]

Sec. 212. [8 U.S.C. 1182]

(a) Classes of Aliens Ineligible for Visas or Admission.-Except as otherwise provided in this Act, aliens who are inadmissible under the following paragraphs are ineligible to receive visas and ineligible to be admitted to the United States:

(4) Public charge

Need to provide more income (Affidavit of Support)

Please don't use tiny, fancy, script... It is difficult for native English speakers to read, let along those with English as a second language... Important things should not be overlooked because the type you choose is virtually unreadable... Thanks...

[EndlessStory 53]

You need to Co-sponsor or if your 2013 ITR meet. You should probably wait till you can file 2013 ITR to submit since you probably have a year to submit what is required of 221g

[FirstOfficerD 5]

Please don't use tiny, fancy, script... It is difficult for native English speakers to read, let along those with English as a second language... Important things should not be overlooked because the type you choose is virtually unreadable... Thanks...

Then don't read it

[christeen 966]

Then don't read it

No worries! I wont read it cause I CANT because it's in illegible script! Just saying, if you really wanna help people, make it legible... So your info can be read... Many people do not know how to read script...

[KayDeeCee 4,895]

Were you given a 221g and does it state you can provide the affidavit of support and financial proof needed?

[salie_adnan10 0]

Were you given a 221g and does it state you can provide the affidavit of support and financial proof needed?

yes n they say that needed to get an i-134 co sponsor thats the letter said.. .. but some people here in vj say i need i-864...

Means that the sponsor did not meet the financial requirements to sponsor someone for a visa... You will need to show proof of more income or get a co-sponsor... This refers to the 864, affidavit of support... Sponsor must show 125% of poverty level for the family size...

hi thnk you but the letter given to him says need i-134 should i filled both form?

[salie_adnan10 0]

yes n they say that needed to get an i-134 co sponsor thats the letter said.. .. but some people here in vj say i need i-864...

hi thnk you but the letter given to him says need i-134 should i filled both form?

ohhh says send the original i-134 and a joint sponsor along with their 2011 n 2012 tax etc got it means i send my i-134 n i864 thnk u

[David & Diana R 1,005]

No worries! I wont read it cause I CANT because it's in illegible script! Just saying, if you really wanna help people, make it legible... So your info can be read... Many people do not know how to read script...

I can read it...

Please don't use tiny, fancy, script... It is difficult for native English speakers to read, let along those with English as a second language... Important things should not be overlooked because the type you choose is virtually unreadable... Thanks...

I can read it...

Then don't read it

I can read it...

With an electron microscope!! hahaha

[Pinkrlion 2,724]

hi there this one is one of the check mark on paper they sent need to know what it mean please " Section 212(a)(4) which prohibits the issuance of a visa to anyone likely to become a public charge" we all confused on this one

it is saying that income does not meet the federal requirements, and that you are likely to apply for means tested programs, therefore you will not be issued a visa.

[Pinkrlion 2,724]

ohhh says send the original i-134 and a joint sponsor along with their 2011 n 2012 tax etc got it means i send my i-134 n i864 thnk u

You only send in I-134 for K-1 petitions, if you send in I-864, it will be rejected and your visa will be denied. You and your co-sponsor should only use I-134.

[salie_adnan10 0]

You only send in I-134 for K-1 petitions, if you send in I-864, it will be rejected and your visa will be denied. You and your co-sponsor should only use I-134.

thank you I'm little confused because its says i need to submit the i-134 and if i used a joint co sponsor the form was i-864 i attached the letter they gave my fiancee..