DQ'd but RFE Based on Joint Sponsor?

[Jrob32 2]

Hi All,

Today, my husband and I were DQ'd with the notice that our case was being sent to the consulate to schedule an interview. When I checked our messages, we also had an "RFE" come in before DQ was issued that said:

"UPGL-This case does not meet the minimum income requirement to sponsor the intending immigrants. To avoid delays, an additional Affidavit of Support Form I-864 from a joint sponsor may be submitted. For more information visit https://nvc.state.gov/aos. The consular officer will make a decision regarding this requirement at the time of the interview. For more information, please visit https://www.uscis.gov/i-864p."

 

I am confused as to why we are being asked for a joint sponsor. I am the beneficiary am breadwinner of the family. My job will be continuing from the same source after I immigrate to the USA, and I provided proof of this with my documents during the NVC stage, including paystubs and a letter from my employer. My income is six figures and therefore far above the required minimum income amount. Any idea if this will be accepted by the immigration officer during the interview? Based on everything I've read online, my income can be counted for household income purposes because it will continue from the same source after receiving my greencard.

Thank you

[Lil bear 4,181]

1 hour ago, Jrob32 said:

Hi All,

Today, my husband and I were DQ'd with the notice that our case was being sent to the consulate to schedule an interview. When I checked our messages, we also had an "RFE" come in before DQ was issued that said:

"UPGL-This case does not meet the minimum income requirement to sponsor the intending immigrants. To avoid delays, an additional Affidavit of Support Form I-864 from a joint sponsor may be submitted. For more information visit https://nvc.state.gov/aos. The consular officer will make a decision regarding this requirement at the time of the interview. For more information, please visit https://www.uscis.gov/i-864p."

 

I am confused as to why we are being asked for a joint sponsor. I am the beneficiary am breadwinner of the family. My job will be continuing from the same source after I immigrate to the USA, and I provided proof of this with my documents during the NVC stage, including paystubs and a letter from my employer. My income is six figures and therefore far above the required minimum income amount. Any idea if this will be accepted by the immigration officer during the interview? Based on everything I've read online, my income can be counted for household income purposes because it will continue from the same source after receiving my greencard.

Thank you

Standard response to anything being slightly unusual. If you have good documentation for your situation .. particularly current income and the ongoing job when you relocate, then ignore it and take everything to the interview   Nvc is a clearing house .. the Consulate IO has the decision making authority 

Edited March 8, 2023 by Lil bear

[Jrob32 2]

24 minutes ago, Lil bear said:

Standard response to anything being slightly unusual. If you have good documentation for your situation .. particularly current income and the ongoing job when you relocate, then ignore it and take everything to the interview   Nvc is a clearing house .. the Consulate IO has the decision making authority 

Excellent, thank you! Everything certainly checks out according to requirements, so I’ll just be sure to be prepared with extra paperwork on hand. Much appreciated!

[pushbrk 12,870]

3 minutes ago, Jrob32 said:

Excellent, thank you! Everything certainly checks out according to requirements, so I’ll just be sure to be prepared with extra paperwork on hand. Much appreciated!

Yes, this is not an RFE.  It's a boilerplate message probably based on the total income number from your latest tax return.  Note the word "may" and then if you're sure you're well qualified, simply ignore this message.

[Crazy Cat 41,814]

2 hours ago, Jrob32 said:

Today, my husband and I were DQ'd with the notice that our case was being sent to the consulate to schedule an interview.

For clarity,  the case remains at NVC until it reaches the front of the queue for your consulate.  At that point, NVC will schedule the interview, contact you, then send the case to the consulate.  I agree that this is not an RFE.  Good luck.  

Edited March 8, 2023 by Crazy Cat

[Jrob32 2]

2 minutes ago, Crazy Cat said:

For clarity,  the case remains at NVC until it reaches the front of the queue for your consulate.  At that point, NVC will schedule the interview, contact you, then send the case to the consulate.  I agree that this is not an RFE.  Good luck.  

Thanks!