IR-2 and Public Charge

[Boiler 45,482]

Just now, csh2020 said:

We will absolutely not co sponsor her after all this. 

I do not think there is much else to do, as has been said I have also not seen a Government entity enforce the I 864, I have seen ex spouses do it, not children, I assume that may be possible but probably not something she would know.

[SalishSea 17,824]

17 minutes ago, csh2020 said:

No. I'm the only sponsor (USC).  My wife, a permanent resident signed a 2nd affadavit. 

 

We waited 2 years to get her here (because of Covid closures/delays). She waited 2 months before coming and then left afain after 2 months. So, it has been 2 months in the USA,  2 months out since August.  She then goes to live with a family member in another state (she's been back in the USA for about 2 days). The family member is a USC steering her toward seeking govt benefits for a "single mother" although she is married and has full insurance coverage through our plan. My insurance said that the insuance is valid in all 50 states. The due date is in May. 

This is precisely the behavior that makes it harder for other immigrants.

[Boiler 45,482]

7 minutes ago, Jorgedig said:

This is precisely the behavior that makes it harder for other immigrants.

I am not sure, these may well be State benefits and nothing to do with the Feds.

[SalishSea 17,824]

1 hour ago, Boiler said:

I am not sure, these may well be State benefits and nothing to do with the Feds.

Still problematic, as it reinforces stereotypes that make it hard for immigrants in general.

[csh2020 10]

14 minutes ago, Jorgedig said:

Still problematic, as it reinforces stereotypes that make it hard for immigrants in general.

I agree fully which is why we are so upset.  Either way, we just hope we don't end up with a bill from the govt for her reckless behavior. 

[Chancy 6,241]

*** Moved from IR1/CR1 Process & Procedures to Your New Life In America forum, where topics related to public charge after completion of visa process and US entry are discussed ***

 

[Lemonslice 4,836]

She might not be eligible to Medicaid if she is already covered under your plan.

[iwannaplay54 985]

1 hour ago, Lemonslice said:

She might not be eligible to Medicaid if she is already covered under your plan.

I dont see how she avoids the 5-yr rule for means tested benefits?

Edited March 18, 2022 by iwannaplay54

[SalishSea 17,824]

Just now, iwannaplay54 said:

I dont see how she avoids the 5-yr rule

Pregnancy.

[iwannaplay54 985]

1 minute ago, Jorgedig said:

Pregnancy.

Duh yep

[Redro 4,611]

11 hours ago, csh2020 said:

No. I'm the only sponsor (USC).  My wife, a permanent resident signed a 2nd affadavit. 

 

We waited 2 years to get her here (because of Covid closures/delays). She waited 2 months before coming and then left afain after 2 months. So, it has been 2 months in the USA,  2 months out since August.  She then goes to live with a family member in another state (she's been back in the USA for about 2 days). The family member is a USC steering her toward seeking govt benefits for a "single mother" although she is married and has full insurance coverage through our plan. My insurance said that the insuance is valid in all 50 states. The due date is in May. 

Can you reach out to the family member she is staying with and explain the entire situation. 

Remind the family member she'll probably want to petition her husband and first born to join her in the States and she needs to get a job that is above poverty guidelines for a family of 4. Said family member will probably be expected to enable support her if and when she needs additional financial support.