I am trying to sponsor my spouse, and I consistently make enough income. I’m self employed.
My 2023 and 2022 returns show I made over $34,000.
My 2021 however is a mess. I had an issue with my accountant and that return is being amended at the moment. It is way below the requirement. This is due to a previous accountant completely forgetting to add a 1099. After it’s amended, it should be well over but there won’t be anything official in my transcripts for 8-20 weeks.
I had been advised more than once that they mostly only consider the most recent year. Is this true?
I’m using a service (Simplecitizen) and they won’t let me proceed with the application when I apply what it says my 2021 income was. It doesn’t give me an option to leave out 2021.
Is this something I could explain to USCIS, or if I decide to DIY, could I just include a letter from my accountant with my tax documents for that year (my 1099, bank statements, etc)? Or can I leave 2021 out all together?
I have no option for a joint sponsor as I make a lot more than my family and have no close friends.
Thanks for your time. Any insight is appreciated.