for each traveling applicant with a copy of the petitioner’s tax return filing (Form 1040 or equivalent for the most recent tax year with evidence the form was filed with the US treasury), and an employment verification letter. Sponsors’ income must meet the Poverty Guidelines at the time of Affidavit of Support filing. More instructions on how to file the form I-864 can be found here.
If your petitioner has submitted a Form I-864 to the NVC, check to make sure the form and accompanying tax information is from the current year. If it is not, updated forms will be required to be presented at the interview.
Note for Petitioners Residing Abroad: In order to qualify as a sponsor, you must meet the domicile requirement. This means that you must show that you have maintained a residence within the United States or taken steps to reestablish your residence in the USA. More details on domicile can be found here.
E visa applicants (work-based) should submit a notarized employment offer letter on the employer’s letterhead stationery. A Form I-134, Affidavit of Support from the petitioner or a friend in the US may also be submitted to overcome public charge. However, when the petitioner is a business entity, a US citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) relative who has a significant ownership interest in the petitioning entity, the petitioner must submit a Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, not I-134. The principal applicant should also sign a Form I-134 for each dependent applicant. More instructions on how to file the form I-134 can be found here.
Diversity Visa applicants are encouraged to submit a Form I-134, Affidavit of Support from a friend or family member in the United States. More instructions on how to file the form I-134 can be found here.