I-134 Issues

[Kawika & Michelle 108]

If I recall correctly, I think the new form actually is shorter. I also watched a lot of different YouTube videos on past petitioners giving tips on how to fill out the form. The main thing that I took away from it is that if you have a job that meets the income requirements for the K1 VISA, then that is the only thing that you should document on the form. In my case, I provided the offer letter I received for my job showing my salary, a copy of my last 2-3 months of paycheck stubs as well as my IRS tax details from the past 3 years (you can download those off the IRS website) as proof of my ability to financially support my fiancé. Prior to watching those videos I was assuming that I would have to disclose everything (i.e., home, car, bank accounts, retirement accounts, etc.). In my case, since my job was more than adequate to fulfil the requirements, adding anything else would just be overkill...and more importantly...require a lot more documentation to prove the value of those assets (i.e., appraisals, bank statements, etc. ). 

 

And also now that I am looking at both of the forms once again...you are using the correct form. When I initially saw your date...I remember that the new one was from January. If you look at the bottom of the page of the form it will state:

 

Form I-134 Edition 01/04/23

 

The older version will state:

 

Form I-134 Edition 10/18/22

 

I'd suggest checking out the Back With Bryan Channel on YouTube. He is currently going through the process for his K1 VISA. His fiancé is from Thailand but he is only a month or so ahead of us on the timeline. He actually takes the time to walk you through the form & helps you fill it out. He's definitely one of the guys I watch the most to help us get through this journey. Most of the other ones has good information but are a little outdated.