K-1 Visa when US citizen has a child

[dkallung 2]

Hello everyone, new to VISAJOURNEY starting today. Just wondering if having a child will affect the income requirements for bringing a fiance from the Philippines? I have been divorced for 1 year and pay $400 a month. My income from my job is only about $12,000 a year, but I also get paid with the GI bill, if you include that it would be closer to $30,000 a year. I will be starting work full time in December making $25,000 a year. I know some places consider GI bill pay income and some don't, so if anyone has any info that could help it would be appreciated, thanks.

[Hypnos 6,576]

Yes it will affect it, since you will need to declare a household size of 3 rather than 2 for the affidavit of support requirements.

[dkallung 2]

Yes it will affect it, since you will need to declare a household size of 3 rather than 2 for the affidavit of support requirements.

So what happens if I don't make enough? She just can't come here?

[Hypnos 6,576]

That, or you could find a joint sponsor.

[Penguin_ie 5,994]

If you do not make enough, she may not be able to come (co-sponsors are rarely allowed in USEM).

However, keep in mind the I-134 will only be needed at interview stage, several months after you file. It sounds like between your new job in December, and the GI bill, you will be able to cover a household of 3 comfortably (it is $25'200).