US Immigration from Iraq

Hey guys, i have a few questions in reference to the i864 requirements for the IR1 visa, im the petitioner and im petitioning for my spouse.

Questions

1. If I submit a tax return transcript does a w2 form need to be included or is that only necessary if you submit a complete tax return?

2. Do I have to submit my last 3 years tax return transcripts or only my most recent? I have been unemployed for over a year and half.

3. How much does a Co-sponsor have to make in order to sponsor an immigrant?

I am in the process of trying to obtain an IR1 visa for my wife. I am currently in the NVC stage of the process. I have two questions with regards to this phase.
1. My wife does not fully comprehend English; may I assist her with filling the DS260?
2. I believe the NVC requests the petitioner s last 3 years tax returns (w 2 s, 1099 s and schedules). They also request petitioner s proof of employment. I am currently living abroad with my wife and have been for the past 4 years. I was working for a local company up until last year and I am currently unemployed. I do not have any tax returns. What should I do?

Anyone else staring at blank text boxes, or am I doing something wrong?

Update on US Embassy in Iraq. All US embassies that interview for immigrant VISAs are closed.

Anyone needing an interview in Iraq are being diverted to Qatar, UAE, or Turkey.

Good luck to all in Iraq. Inshallah your interview will be soon.

Hi House,

Hoping for your expertise here since my accountant isn't sure about the procedure.

My spouse is abroad, never entered the US (can't get a visitor visa) and the I-130 is pending.

We want to file MFJ and my accountant has prepared the tax package. Along with that, my husband signed the IRS PoA form, the W7, and I brought his certified passport copy along with translation of the certification with me from my last visit.

My accountant advised me to make an appointment at a IRS TAC Center to file in person, but when I called them they told me to file in person my husband would have to appear too.

How do I file for ITIN and taxes correctly for first ITIN (not renewal)? It puzzles me that the PoA would not be enough, because he clearly cannot appear in person.

Thank you!