Does a PHD stipend qualify as income for the CR1?

[Mikey1 0]

Hello,

 

My partner is a US citizen and has been offered a PHD position with a stipend that meets the value of the income requirement for the CR1 visa. However, I am unsure as to whether a PHD stipend qualifies for the definition of income and would be accepted?

 

Any guidance is greatly appreciated.Thank you

[JeanneAdil 6,510]

Stipends may be considered income in terms of withholding taxes—the distinction between them boils down to how they're classified. Like other forms of compensation, they're subject to Social Security and Medicare taxes unless they meet specific exceptions outlined in IRS Publication 15-B.Aug 3, 2023

[Family 3,988]

6 hours ago, Mikey1 said:

Hello,

 

My partner is a US citizen and has been offered a PHD position with a stipend that meets the value of the income requirement for the CR1 visa. However, I am unsure as to whether a PHD stipend qualifies for the definition of income and would be accepted?

 

Any guidance is greatly appreciated.Thank you

No. Your stipend does not qualify for I-864 as it is of a limited time frame 

Will need a co sponsor