i-864 by skin of teeth

[dubbers 0]

Hey all,

Just waiting for my i-130 to (hopefully) get approved, quick question about the i-864.

My wife has just done her tax return for last year. As you know, to be a sole i-864 sponsor based on income only, her income needs to be 125% of federal poverty guidelines for a househould of two.

Well we've just looked into it, and her income beats that requirement by about $22: a really close one.

So my question is... if we meet the requirement, is that a guaranteed pass? Or should we start getting together evidence of assets in case they decide that they want more?

Thanks!

dubbers

[YuAndDan 153]

Before or after tax number?

Should use the before tax number as a basis.

Depends on consulate, some look at totality of situation when determining if intending immigrant is a risk of becoming a charge of the state.

Dublin is less strict about this than for example Guangzhou..

How about filling in profile details? It helps when answering questions.. http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?app=core&module=usercp&tab=members

[dubbers 0]

Before or after tax number?

Should use the before tax number as a basis.

Depends on consulate, some look at totality of situation when determining if intending immigrant is a risk of becoming a charge of the state.

Dublin is less strict about this than for example Guangzhou..

How about filling in profile details? It helps when answering questions.. http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?app=core&module=usercp&tab=members

Before tax number (the 'total income' on IRS form 1040 for those keeping score).

We have loads of assets, we definitely won't be a charge. But since those assets are very illiquid, getting a current valuation to put on the form would be tough.

dubbers

[YuAndDan 153]

Before tax number (the 'total income' on IRS form 1040 for those keeping score).

We have loads of assets, we definitely won't be a charge. But since those assets are very illiquid, getting a current valuation to put on the form would be tough.

dubbers

Add some that can be documented, like a savings account, if using a bank account, attach copies of statements going back at least 6 months, to show that balance has been consistent, and not a "Temp Loan" a few weeks prior to doing the I-864.

[CaliforniaGuy 2]

They look at Adjusted Gross Income. If she beats it thats OK but they ask for the last 3 years. How was she on those? If there is anyone else living in the household you can always add that person if needed.