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This tool is to assist you in determining what, if any, financial evidence you submit with your Affidavit of Support. This is a guide and in no way is a final determination of what evidence you may need to submit. This tool should be used in conjunction with USCIS’s website and this webpage. Please be sure to read both in their entirety. The consular officer and NVC may still request different or additional documents depending on your specific situation.
Please submit the following items.
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please be advised, you may not meet the minimum requirements to overcome poverty guidelines. You may wish to find a Joint Sponsor and submit their I-864 form. Please be sure to review the income requirements . A final determination of your eligibility will be made by a consular officer following your visa interview.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please be advised, you may not meet the minimum requirements to overcome poverty guidelines. You may wish to find a joint sponsor or household member and submit their I-864 form. Please be sure to review the income requirements on here. A final determination of your eligibility will be made by a consular officer following your visa interview.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please be advised, you may not meet the minimum requirements to overcome poverty guidelines. You may wish to find a Joint Sponsor and submit their I-864 form. Please be sure to review the income requirements by using the Poverty Guidelines Calculator. A final determination of your eligibility will be made by a consular officer following your visa interview.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit the following items.
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please be advised, you may not meet the minimum requirements to overcome poverty guidelines. You may wish to find a Joint Sponsor and submit their I-864 form. Please be sure to review the income requirements on here. A final determination of your eligibility will be made by a consular officer following your visa interview.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit the following items.
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please be advised, you may not meet the minimum requirements to overcome poverty guidelines. You may wish to find a Joint Sponsor and submit their I-864 form. Please be sure to review the income requirements on here. A final determination of your eligibility will be made by a consular officer following your visa interview.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please be advised, you may not meet the minimum requirements to overcome poverty guidelines. You may wish to find a joint sponsor or household member and submit their I-864 form. Please be sure to review the income requirements on here. A final determination of your eligibility will be made by a consular officer following your visa interview.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please be advised, you may not meet the minimum requirements to overcome poverty guidelines. You may wish to find a joint sponsor or household member and submit their I-864 form. Please be sure to review the income requirements on here. A final determination of your eligibility will be made by a consular officer following your visa interview.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit the following items.
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please be advised, you may not meet the minimum requirements to overcome poverty guidelines. You may wish to find a Joint Sponsor and submit their I-864 form. Please be sure to review the income requirements by using the Poverty Guidelines Calculator. A final determination of your eligibility will be made by a consular officer following your visa interview.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
You do not qualify be a household member and complete the I-864A, Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member. Please complete an I-864, Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA as a joint sponsor.
For instructions on completing this form, please visit our Affidavit of Support page.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
You filed an I-130 Petition for an Alien Relative and the applicant has earned or can be credited with at least 40 qualifying quarters under the Social Security Act. Please submit your Social Security Administration (SSA) Earnings Statement.
If you qualify for another exemption, you are not required to submit any additional documentation.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Please submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year, which can be processed more efficiently than a copy of a tax return. Alternatively, you may submit a complete copy of a filed tax return from the most recent tax year. In addition, please submit:
Please refer to the Financial Evidence table for a detailed explanation for each item.
Lost and Stolen Passports, Visas, and Arrival/Departure Records (Form I-94)
Nonimmigrants in the United States–Applying for Visas in Canada or Mexico
Capitalizing on Visa Demand to Spur Economic Growth in the United States
Cuban Family Reunification Parole (CRFP) Program Appointments
U.S. Government Fact Sheet on Female Genital Mutilation or Cutting (FGM/C)
List of U.S. Embassies and Consulates that Process Immigrant Visas
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