I-864 Questions (LOTS)

[4ever mine 9]

Okay you are confused. First, according to the instructions, they don't accept "telefile" records, not telefax. I've never heard the word telefax before but assumed you meant facsimile. It's apparently a synonym for that but I guarantee if USCIS meant "we don't accept facsimile copies" they'd have said that. Facsimile copies are FINE.

I-864 instructions here: http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-864instr.pdf page 8 regarding IRS transcripts and/or tax returns:

"You are not required to have the IRS certify the transcript or photocopy unless specifically instructed to do so by a Government official; a plain transcript or photocopy is acceptable. Telefile tax records are not acceptable proof of filing."

A telefile tax record is: http://www.unclefed.com/TaxHelpArchives/2001/irs-tt/tc255.html a paperless version of filing taxes.

Projected income for 2011 is irrelevant. They only care about CURRENT income. The letter from employer only needs to state position, start date and annual salary. It must of course be on company letterhead with original signatures. In fact, a letter from employer isn't required if your 2009 tax return shows adequate income. The consulate may require it but it's not a requirement of the form itself. The letter from your employer as well as pay stubs may be included if your income on your tax return doesn't fulfil the requirements (or if you just wanna be safe).

In regards to attaching W2's etc with the IRS transcript, you are incorrect. If you are sending a copy of your tax RETURN then you need w2's, 1099s and schedules. If you are sending an IRS TRANSCRIPT then you only need that as it encompasses the W2's etc. It actually says as much in the instructions (again page 8) here:

"If you provide a photocopy of your tax return(s), you must include a copy of each and every FormW-2 and Form 1099 that relates to your return(s). Do not include copies of these Forms if you provide an IRS transcript of your return(s) rather than a photocopy."

When I filed my Adjustment of Status (yes I know different to your process but I still had to include an I-864) I sent IRS transcripts for 07 and 08, and the return for 2009 because we filed our taxes not long before I filed my AOS(adjustment of status) and didn't want to wait for the transcript. We did not include a letter from employer or paystubs and I've been approved. No RFE's and no issues.

Edited November 29, 2010 by D & H 4ever

[VanessaTony 3,567]

<Every employer/employee relationship is different...

Obviously. I don't understand the point of your comment. It's completely useless to this discussion because the OP has stated their company wouldn't do that. Are you trying to point out that your company did do it and that it's entirely possible to do? Because whether it is or it isn't, it isn't REQUIRED of the I-864 so your whole argument is pointless anyway. Why bother fighting over something that isn't even a requirement?

Also, I never said any other company WOULDN'T do it, I said I understand them not wanting too because it's a huge liability. I was replying to the OP's statement about their job not doing it and explaining why I thought it made sense.

I disagree that you need the last years w-2, 1099 schedule, and schedules as I was told for that year it is required even with the IRS transcripts by a NVC representative. They all are easy to get

**Edited - the above-quoted removed this statement therefore my reply is irrelevant.

Edited November 29, 2010 by Vanessa&Tony

[tyriun_j 0]

And finally, last, I can mail this whole packet in once I have it assembled right? I do not have to wait for NVC to mail the I-864 to me correct? With that being said, NVC has yet to receive our DS-3032 through the mail yet ( wife mailed it on 11/24/10 ) so even with them not receiving it quite yet, Am I okay to send this packet out?

Since no one has answered this one yet, I'll just be sure here....I can, once fully assembled of course, send the whole I-864 packet without waiting for NVC once I have paid the AOS fee bill correct? Or do I have to wait for something from them?

[LotofPatience 65]

Since no one has answered this one yet, I'll just be sure here....I can, once fully assembled of course, send the whole I-864 packet without waiting for NVC once I have paid the AOS fee bill correct? Or do I have to wait for something from them?

Once the status shows PAID, you need to print out the barcode cover sheet from the same site and mail the AOS packet with this in the address specified in it.

The same exercise will be done for IV package too.

Also, it is a good read - http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/EZGuideSpouse

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[tyriun_j 0]

Once the status shows PAID, you need to print out the barcode cover sheet from the same site and mail the AOS packet with this in the address specified in it.

The same exercise will be done for IV package too.

Also, it is a good read - http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/EZGuideSpouse

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I actually have that page on my google chrome bookmarks already I love how it takes out all the jargon and just gets to the point for the reader. AMAZING guide. Thank you so much!!

[LotofPatience 65]

I actually have that page on my google chrome bookmarks already I love how it takes out all the jargon and just gets to the point for the reader. AMAZING guide. Thank you so much!!

Thank you, tyriun_j

I just gathered all the information scattered across the board.

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[4ever mine 9]

Obviously. I don't understand the point of your comment. It's completely useless to this discussion because the OP has stated their company wouldn't do that. Are you trying to point out that your company did do it and that it's entirely possible to do? Because whether it is or it isn't, it isn't REQUIRED of the I-864 so your whole argument is pointless anyway. Why bother fighting over something that isn't even a requirement?

Also, I never said any other company WOULDN'T do it, I said I understand them not wanting too because it's a huge liability. I was replying to the OP's statement about their job not doing it and explaining why I thought it made sense.

**Edited - the above-quoted removed this statement therefore my reply is irrelevant.

I was not arguing or personnaly attacking you as you just did. So, have a nice day!

[tyriun_j 0]

*UPDATE* SO I managed to get a hold of my 2007 tax returns which is great but now because of getting it, it represents another problem. Its a 1040X, the amended return. The reason I filed this is because my ex-wife filed before I had a chance to and I wanted to file jointly to maximize the refund so we went back and did an amended return. I have my 2007 W-2s and such but I do not have hers nor can I get them. We do not speak anymore. Will this create a problem or can I submit this and NVC will know what to do? The numbers will not match up on the amended return because I am only providing my W-2's How to proceed?

[LotofPatience 65]

*UPDATE* SO I managed to get a hold of my 2007 tax returns which is great but now because of getting it, it represents another problem. Its a 1040X, the amended return. The reason I filed this is because my ex-wife filed before I had a chance to and I wanted to file jointly to maximize the refund so we went back and did an amended return. I have my 2007 W-2s and such but I do not have hers nor can I get them. We do not speak anymore. Will this create a problem or can I submit this and NVC will know what to do? The numbers will not match up on the amended return because I am only providing my W-2's How to proceed?

First of all 2007 tax return has no much weight and are optional too.

Heavy weight is current year (2010) and just previous year (2009).

Submit only your W2 with amended return and enter only your W2 amount in 2007 column.

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