February 2008 filers

[Saffyre 0]

I know it doesn't help to complain about it and get upset...but I've never been good at waiting, I think that whole phrase about "patience is a virtue" is really just a load of #######

So...I'm going to change the topic. I make enough to qualify as a sponsor, but I was thinking about having a co-sponsor anyway because it really can't hurt. My mom makes like 4 times the poverty level for her situation (Did you know that the poverty level for 4 people is about 20k? Seriously...I make more than that for just ME and I struggle sometimes. I looked that up last night and it floored me.) Do you think it is over-doing it to have a co-sponsor when I already make enough on my own?

I would say its entirely up to you on that. Myself I"m just doing me but from what i saw I definately clear the min amount required so I'm happy with that. Im still unsure as what all to provide though. (seen different opinions) I have last 3 years tax forms, going to have a letter from my employer and recent paystubs when it comes down to it. That should be all I need (along with the form of course)

When it comes to sending off the packet 3, and the I-134, does Toby have to get some form of document to prove his income? Tax statements or something? I'm trying to find out what the next steps are so we can be prepared...

[aravis227 1]

When it comes to sending off the packet 3, and the I-134, does Toby have to get some form of document to prove his income? Tax statements or something? I'm trying to find out what the next steps are so we can be prepared...

If you scroll down to the last part it gives pretty detailed instructions on what is required Visajourney K1 guide

Edited March 10, 2008 by aravis227

[Saffyre 0]

When it comes to sending off the packet 3, and the I-134, does Toby have to get some form of document to prove his income? Tax statements or something? I'm trying to find out what the next steps are so we can be prepared...

If you scroll down to the last part it gives pretty detailed instructions on what is required Visajourney K1 guide

Ahh thanks for that So you don't need tax returns then...

[aravis227 1]

When it comes to sending off the packet 3, and the I-134, does Toby have to get some form of document to prove his income? Tax statements or something? I'm trying to find out what the next steps are so we can be prepared...

If you scroll down to the last part it gives pretty detailed instructions on what is required Visajourney K1 guide

Ahh thanks for that So you don't need tax returns then...

I think you should be fine without them as long as he has plenty of other evidence. I think that I'll probably do pay stubs, a letter from my employer, and the statements from my bank. Just my own instinct, so this has no basis in fact, I would say that the closer you are to questionable income level, the more evidence you should make sure is sent.

[Saffyre 0]

When it comes to sending off the packet 3, and the I-134, does Toby have to get some form of document to prove his income? Tax statements or something? I'm trying to find out what the next steps are so we can be prepared...

If you scroll down to the last part it gives pretty detailed instructions on what is required Visajourney K1 guide

Ahh thanks for that So you don't need tax returns then...

I think you should be fine without them as long as he has plenty of other evidence. I think that I'll probably do pay stubs, a letter from my employer, and the statements from my bank. Just my own instinct, so this has no basis in fact, I would say that the closer you are to questionable income level, the more evidence you should make sure is sent.

I'm a little unclear on poverty guidelines, but he earns $60k per year, so he shouldn't need to declare savings etc right? Then as proof if he gets a letter from his employer, some print outs from online banking, and pay stubs this should be ok?

[aravis227 1]

I'm a little unclear on poverty guidelines, but he earns $60k per year, so he shouldn't need to declare savings etc right? Then as proof if he gets a letter from his employer, some print outs from online banking, and pay stubs this should be ok?

Poverty guidelines are based on your income and how many people are in the family, however, unless you have a whole bunch of kids, you should be fine. He'll want the letter from his employwer (details are on that site, but I think it has to include yearly income, date of hire, and whether it's full time/part time and it has to be on company letterhead), the recent pay stubs, and the letter from the bank (on-line print-outs won't work...it has to be an actual letter from a manager stating the total deposits for the year, the current balance, and when the account was opened).

[Saffyre 0]

I'm a little unclear on poverty guidelines, but he earns $60k per year, so he shouldn't need to declare savings etc right? Then as proof if he gets a letter from his employer, some print outs from online banking, and pay stubs this should be ok?

Poverty guidelines are based on your income and how many people are in the family, however, unless you have a whole bunch of kids, you should be fine. He'll want the letter from his employwer (details are on that site, but I think it has to include yearly income, date of hire, and whether it's full time/part time and it has to be on company letterhead), the recent pay stubs, and the letter from the bank (on-line print-outs won't work...it has to be an actual letter from a manager stating the total deposits for the year, the current balance, and when the account was opened).

Thanks. That's really helpful, I dont think he even knows how to contact his bank since he's had the account since he was in the Marine Corps..

[Robyn-n-Kris 89]

I'm a little unclear on poverty guidelines, but he earns $60k per year, so he shouldn't need to declare savings etc right? Then as proof if he gets a letter from his employer, some print outs from online banking, and pay stubs this should be ok?

Poverty guidelines are based on your income and how many people are in the family, however, unless you have a whole bunch of kids, you should be fine. He'll want the letter from his employwer (details are on that site, but I think it has to include yearly income, date of hire, and whether it's full time/part time and it has to be on company letterhead), the recent pay stubs, and the letter from the bank (on-line print-outs won't work...it has to be an actual letter from a manager stating the total deposits for the year, the current balance, and when the account was opened).

Thanks. That's really helpful, I dont think he even knows how to contact his bank since he's had the account since he was in the Marine Corps..

For me.. i think i'll stick with the paystubs, company letter and the tax forms I already have. Don't want to deal w/ the bank to be honest. My gross pay is more than enough for my household and him.

[Amanda+Stephen 0]

For me.. i think i'll stick with the paystubs, company letter and the tax forms I already have. Don't want to deal w/ the bank to be honest. My gross pay is more than enough for my household and him.

Likewise, I have 4 years of tax transcripts, will get a letter from my company and provide paystubs. I don't want to deal with the bank either!

[Saffyre 0]

For me.. i think i'll stick with the paystubs, company letter and the tax forms I already have. Don't want to deal w/ the bank to be honest. My gross pay is more than enough for my household and him.

Likewise, I have 4 years of tax transcripts, will get a letter from my company and provide paystubs. I don't want to deal with the bank either!

I don't think Toby wants to deal with the bank either, maybe tax transcipts would be an easier option. Should he already have them or will he need to request them?

[Amanda+Stephen 0]

For me.. i think i'll stick with the paystubs, company letter and the tax forms I already have. Don't want to deal w/ the bank to be honest. My gross pay is more than enough for my household and him.

Likewise, I have 4 years of tax transcripts, will get a letter from my company and provide paystubs. I don't want to deal with the bank either!

I don't think Toby wants to deal with the bank either, maybe tax transcipts would be an easier option. Should he already have them or will he need to request them?

I went ahead and ordered the transcripts from the IRS. They are free and take about 7-10 business days to get in the mail. I waited until I filed 2007 taxes though to request them.

See this website: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=110571,00.html

[BlakeandOlha 0]

For me.. i think i'll stick with the paystubs, company letter and the tax forms I already have. Don't want to deal w/ the bank to be honest. My gross pay is more than enough for my household and him.

Likewise, I have 4 years of tax transcripts, will get a letter from my company and provide paystubs. I don't want to deal with the bank either!

I don't think Toby wants to deal with the bank either, maybe tax transcipts would be an easier option. Should he already have them or will he need to request them?

I went ahead and ordered the transcripts from the IRS. They are free and take about 7-10 business days to get in the mail. I waited until I filed 2007 taxes though to request them.

See this website: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=110571,00.html

If you qualify on earnings - don't go overboard and provide a lot of needless documentation. Go with what the guides say - Tax forms (transcripts), letter from your employer, pay stubs leading up to the interview. 4 years is probably overkill also - three years is fine. Make it easy for them to see what they need to see, so they can then move on to the next form.

[Saffyre 0]

For me.. i think i'll stick with the paystubs, company letter and the tax forms I already have. Don't want to deal w/ the bank to be honest. My gross pay is more than enough for my household and him.

Likewise, I have 4 years of tax transcripts, will get a letter from my company and provide paystubs. I don't want to deal with the bank either!

I don't think Toby wants to deal with the bank either, maybe tax transcipts would be an easier option. Should he already have them or will he need to request them?

I went ahead and ordered the transcripts from the IRS. They are free and take about 7-10 business days to get in the mail. I waited until I filed 2007 taxes though to request them.

See this website: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=110571,00.html

If you qualify on earnings - don't go overboard and provide a lot of needless documentation. Go with what the guides say - Tax forms (transcripts), letter from your employer, pay stubs leading up to the interview. 4 years is probably overkill also - three years is fine. Make it easy for them to see what they need to see, so they can then move on to the next form.

Thanks for all your advice. I love this site - you guys are all awesome!

[Islandwoman 0]

For me.. i think i'll stick with the paystubs, company letter and the tax forms I already have. Don't want to deal w/ the bank to be honest. My gross pay is more than enough for my household and him.

Likewise, I have 4 years of tax transcripts, will get a letter from my company and provide paystubs. I don't want to deal with the bank either!

I don't think Toby wants to deal with the bank either, maybe tax transcipts would be an easier option. Should he already have them or will he need to request them?

I went ahead and ordered the transcripts from the IRS. They are free and take about 7-10 business days to get in the mail. I waited until I filed 2007 taxes though to request them.

See this website: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=110571,00.html

If you qualify on earnings - don't go overboard and provide a lot of needless documentation. Go with what the guides say - Tax forms (transcripts), letter from your employer, pay stubs leading up to the interview. 4 years is probably overkill also - three years is fine. Make it easy for them to see what they need to see, so they can then move on to the next form.

Thanks for all your advice. I love this site - you guys are all awesome!

Also, I recommend checking with the embassy website for the country you will be. That will give you the specific information that particular embassy is looking for.

[Robyn-n-Kris 89]

Good morning my fellow feb filers. Hope today brings many good things to everyone and gets us one day closer to being with our loved one forever.

Now if only this guy at work would stop causing me hell I'd be all good.