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Form I-864: Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA

Legally enforceable contract where a sponsor agrees to financially support an immigrant. Required for most family-based green cards to show the immigrant won't become a public charge.

Edition 08/24/26

Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

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Instructions for filling out Form I-864: Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA

This template is used for official filing and documentation. Below are detailed instructions for completing, requirement details, and submission rules.

Who needs to fill out this document?

This form is designed for use by legal entities, individuals, or authorized representatives in the following cases:

U.S. citizens and permanent residents sponsoring a relative.
Joint sponsors helping meet the income requirement.
Immigrants preparing an adjustment or consular processing case.

What you will need before starting

Before filling out the interactive form, prepare the following details and documents:

1. Tax returnsMost recent federal return or IRS transcript, plus W-2s or 1099s.

2. Proof of current incomeRecent pay stubs or an employment letter.

3. Household sizeEveryone in your household and anyone you've sponsored before.

4. Assets, if neededBank statements or property records if income falls short.

Step-by-step filling process

Identify the sponsor type: Petitioning sponsor, substitute or joint sponsor.
Enter household size: Count yourself, dependents and the immigrants being sponsored.
Report income and assets: Current income and last tax years' income; add assets if needed.
Sign and include with the case: Submit with Form I-485 or to the National Visa Center.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How much income do I need?

Generally at least 125% of the federal poverty guidelines for your household size (100% for active-duty military sponsoring a spouse or child).

How long does the obligation last?

Until the immigrant becomes a citizen, earns 40 quarters of work, leaves permanently or dies.

What if I don't earn enough?

You can use assets or a joint sponsor who meets the requirement.

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