NVC Filers - April 2014

[Lakehouse 293]

mmaarreekk, on 16 Apr 2014 - 9:18 PM, said:

What about blank spaces in aos? Instruction says to leave blank spaces - if not applicable but some people get checklists because they leave that spaces blank. Is someone there who eaved blank spaces and didn't get checklist?

Yes, it was only recently that someone (sorry, I forgot who) posted that they left spaces and didn't have any trouble.

[mmaarreekk 45]

so can i manually print n/a after print documents ?

[bkghosh 121]

What about blank spaces in aos? Instruction says to leave blank spaces - if not applicable but some people get checklists because they leave that spaces blank. Is someone there who eaved blank spaces and didn't get checklist?

Actually I did leave blank spaces in the I-864. Things that do not apply to my situation. Did not get any checklist for AOS. But then I might have been lucky. I think writing N/A is a safer bet.

[ariendj 39]

We are just getting ready to send the AOS packet.Would like to confirm the packet contends.

1. Bar-coded cover sheet
2. Completed and signed form I-864 by the petitioner
3. IRS tax transcripts (Tax Return for 2013 since spouse wasnt working before that)

d. Petitioner's employment letter

e. Petitioner's pay stubs for the current year

Is any other document required?

[Fabian&Rossy 120]

We are just getting ready to send the AOS packet.Would like to confirm the packet contends.

1. Bar-coded cover sheet
2. Completed and signed form I-864 by the petitioner
3. IRS tax transcripts (Tax Return for 2013 since spouse wasnt working before that)

d. Petitioner's employment letter

e. Petitioner's pay stubs for the current year

Is any other document required?

Are you including a letter explaining why the sponsor did not file taxes on previous years?

[ariendj 39]

Are you including a letter explaining why the sponsor did not file taxes on previous years?

Yes i was planning on that too.Thanks for the reminder though.

[Fabian&Rossy 120]

I wanted to make you proud....spell check kicked in 7 times on that one post....a VJ record for me....

Went over and looked at the interview thread but could not bring myself to post.....

My heart is still here so I will hang out and post until I get on the plane to go round up the crew.....

Hahaha! You're too much!

Yes i was planning on that too.Thanks for the reminder though.

Awesome! Other than that you should be good.

[Soloenta 2,218]

I found some youtube videos explaining i-864 and instructions on how to fill it out. I don't know how useful it is because it is from 2008 and the guy talks A LOT.

Just posting as it may be of benefit

Part 1: Introduction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rsFEHBaUxI&list=PL27B9CAF3C2168FEF

Part 2: Skip to 53:30 for form instructions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ice11f6uUTg

Part 3: Information on tax filing and what is needed if you did not file: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg3bFBjYZXg

Part 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CtSyaYF3OI

How sweet ty any help is good

[Soloenta 2,218]

NVC Case Received ---

04-11-2014

When was it approved? And congratulations waiting for mine but hasn't been long April 8 Th.

[Soloenta 2,218]

Every little step in this process is worth celebrating Have a smooth sail from here good luck!!!

Hope so, received approval April 8 but just wish they would hurry up.

[Soloenta 2,218]

Time to say good bye to NVC (well almost). Case Completed today. Waiting for interview scheduling.

Too overwhelmed right now. Actually, I don't mind sharing that I am crying now as I am typing...

I am so happy that I found you guys (a very supportive family I might add). Always helpful with very clear suggestions on what to do and what not to do.

I would like to name a few people and would like to say that I am so fortunate to have you by my side helping me all the way - Saylin, Kaylara, Changnoi, NLR, BOS_LHR, Waiting____, Peace500 and many more... Please keep doing what you have done for the rest of us so tirelessly and without any personal benefit. A BIG Thank You.

Now let me go say hi to folks in the next room - May 2014 Interview forum.

Congratulations how wonderful so happy for you and all those who have received Case Completed and Case #'s.

You made me cry just thinking of a case completed. But must admit the interview scares me Egypt it not easy and

the wait for an interview is very long.

All I can say is please guys don't stop coming in and checking up on us we need your help, thank you in advance.

[Ken Adams 41]

When was it approved? And congratulations waiting for mine but hasn't been long April 8 Th.

It was approved on 3/25/2014 and shipped to NVC on 03/31/2014.

[Soloenta 2,218]

Hi Guys ,

I am realy stressed out right now, just finish speaking to NVC regarding the checklist i recieved on that it says that my joint sponser does not meet the requirement to file the i-864 form. He is retired since 2011 and he made 39000$ last year on his social security and he has wife , his income is way over the poverty guidelines for household size 3 but since he is retired NVC represntative says that he does not meet the requirement...

just wanna know if this is true that retired person cannot sponsor anyone even though his social security income is well over the povery guidelines

Any help on this would be really helpfull

I have read and re-read and I see nothing about age, my parents will be our sponsors and they are retired. Below is what I have found with the link. Hope this helps and someone else can comment on this.

Submitting an Affidavit of Support

The following individuals are required by law to submit a Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, completed by the petitioner to obtain an immigrant visa or adjustment of status:

• All immediate relatives of U.S. citizens (which include parents, spouses, and unmarried children under the age of 21, including orphans) and relatives who qualify for immigration to the United States under one of the family based preferences:
  • First Preference: Unmarried, adult sons and daughters of U.S. citizens (Adult means 21 years of age or older)
  • Second Preference: Spouses of permanent residents and the unmarried sons and daughters (regardless of age) of permanent residents and their unmarried children
  • Third Preference: Married sons and daughters of U.S. citizens, their spouses and their unmarried minor children
  • Fourth Preference: Brothers and sisters of adult U.S. citizens, their spouses and their unmarried minor children
• Employment based preference immigrants in cases only when a U.S. citizen or permanent resident relative filed the immigrant visa petition, or such relative has a significant ownership interest (5% or more) in the entity that filed the petition.

Note: An individual listed above does not need to submit an affidavit of support if they can show that they EITHER:

• Already worked 40 qualifying quarters as defined in Title II of the Social Security Act
• Can be credited with 40 qualifying quarters as defined in Title II of the Social Security Act
• Are the child of a U.S. citizen and if admitted for permanent residence on or after February 27, 2001, would automatically acquire citizenship under Section 320 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, as amended by the Child Citizenship Act of 2000

When NOT to Submit an Affidavit of Support

The following types of people do not need to file an affidavit of support:

• An individual who has earned or can be credited with 40 qualifying quarters (credits) of work in the United States
• An individual who has an approved Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant, as a Self-Petitioning Widow or Widower
• An individual who has an approved Form I-360 as a battered spouse or child
• Orphans adopted by U.S. citizens abroad if a full and formal adoption takes place before the orphan acquires permanent residence and both adoptive parents have seen the child before or during the adoption

Affidavit of Support For Fiancé(e), Spouse, or Child as a “K” Nonimmigrant

If your relative is either a “K-1” fiancé(e), a “K-3” spouse, or a “K-2” or “K-4” child of fiancé(e) or spouse, you do not need to submit an affidavit of support at the time you file your Form I-129F petition. Instead, you should submit an affidavit of support at the time that your fiancé(e), spouse, or child adjusts status to permanent resident after coming to the United States.

Sponsor for Affidavit of Support

If you filed an immigrant visa petition for your relative, you must be the sponsor. You must also be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident. You must have a domicile in the United States or a territory or possession of the United States. Usually, this requirement means you must actually live in the United States, or a territory or possession, in order to be a sponsor. If you live abroad, you may still be eligible to be a sponsor if you can show that your residence abroad is temporary, and that you still have your domicile in the United States.

Section 213A of the INA permits both a "joint sponsor" and a "substitute sponsor" in certain cases.

Joint Sponsor

A joint sponsor is someone who is willing to accept legal responsibility for supporting your family member with you. A joint sponsor must meet all the same requirements as you, except the joint sponsor does not need to be related to the immigrant. The joint sponsor (or the joint sponsor and his or her household) must reach the 125% income requirement alone. You cannot combine your income with that of a joint sponsor to meet the income requirement.

http://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-processes-and-procedures/affidavit-support

[Soloenta 2,218]

I am retired and I am sponsoring my spouse. What "current" income does your joint sponsor have and how can he prove it?

Sukie

Hi Sukie it says $39,000 more than enough and I can't find anything that puts a limit on age or if retired or not.

[Soloenta 2,218]

My husband has my Name tattooed on his arm and I have his on the back of my neck. Should we show them as evidence at our interview. lol

Hello yeah, better yet take pictures of them and put them with your file.