Co-sponsorship for K1 visa

[Lee&Lee 0]

Hi! My fiancé and I are preparing papers for our interview on October 18. We just both graduated so we don't have jobs yet. his parents are both doctors who are self-employed and have agreed to co-sponsor us. His dad is the only one who signed on the I-134 but the income tax return shows his parents' joint income (although there is a page there stating each parent's individual income). The I-134 also shows their joint income but only his father signed it (because it only asked for one name). Is this ok? Or does his mom need to sign a separate I-134?

Secondly, I hear that giving a form I-864 will help our case. Does my fiancé need to fill up one himself? He doesnt make any money yet. I already have completed I-864 from both his mom and dad stating individual incomes. What's the best to do in my case? Thank you!

[Tahoma 2,292]

You must submit the petitioner's I-134.

I would also submit an I-864 and a W-2 from one of his parents (the parent with the highest qualifying income). The W-2 will show the individual income. Also, submit a copy of the parents' 2011 federal income tax return.

A letter from the parents would be good too. They could show support for your marriage and promise to support you.

Most importantly, I would have the petitioner attend the interview.

[Kathryn41 3,205]

Thread has been moved from Philippines Regional forum to the K-1 visa forum as it is a K-1 specific topic and best addressed here. Duplicate thread has also been removed.

Please note, it is the request of administration that all K-1 related process threads, even when they deal with Consulate specific information such as sponsorships, remain in the visa forum to which they relate. While sponsorship requirements do vary between countries, this forum would lose all cohesiveness if every K-1 visa thread was posted in its related regional.

Edited September 12, 2012 by Kathryn41

[Lee&Lee 0]

You must submit the petitioner's I-134.

I would also submit an I-864 and a W-2 from one of his parents (the parent with the highest qualifying income). The W-2 will show the individual income. Also, submit a copy of the parents' 2011 federal income tax return.

A letter from the parents would be good too. They could show support for your marriage and promise to support you.

Most importantly, I would have the petitioner attend the interview.

Thank you! I just have some more questions:

1. Should the co-sponsor's (i.e. my fiance's father) I-134 state his INDIVIDUAL income or can he put there their JOINT income as his parents? Because the INcome tax return they provided is a JOINT income tax return, with only a page in the back there stating each parent's individual income. But, They have also provided W-2 for each parent's income.

2. Is it a good idea to have 2 co-sponsors -- his mom and dad? Or only the parent with the highest qualifying income?

How I wish my fiancé could be present with me during the interview but since we're trying to save right now, he has opted to stay in the US. Thank you for all your help!

[Hank_ 9,174]

If both parents are willing, no harm in bring two I-864s from each co-sponsor. Extra ammo does not hurt when it come to Manila, even though as of late they have been very good with allowing co-sponsors.

[Tahoma 2,292]

Thank you! I just have some more questions:

1. Should the co-sponsor's (i.e. my fiance's father) I-134 state his INDIVIDUAL income or can he put there their JOINT income as his parents? Because the INcome tax return they provided is a JOINT income tax return, with only a page in the back there stating each parent's individual income. But, They have also provided W-2 for each parent's income.

2. Is it a good idea to have 2 co-sponsors -- his mom and dad? Or only the parent with the highest qualifying income?

How I wish my fiancé could be present with me during the interview but since we're trying to save right now, he has opted to stay in the US. Thank you for all your help!

1. The father should state his individual income, and provide a W-2, a 2011 income tax return, and some recent paycheck stubs.

2. I don't think the beneficiary can have two joint sponsors. However, I believe the parent's income can be combined if they are living in the same house. If so, then I believe the mother would fill out an I-864A. Someone correct me if this is wrong.

[beckyo 0]

If both parents are willing, no harm in bring two I-864s from each co-sponsor. Extra ammo does not hurt when it come to Manila, even though as of late they have been very good with allowing co-sponsors.

I'm just curious why you say "as of late they have been very good with allowing co-sponsors" because from my personal experience and discussions with several other people in my situation, that is not true. I didn't move back to the US until last May and didn't get a job until July, so my income was low. I tried the joint-sponsor route and here I am still in Administrative Review. My fiance was told at the interview by the CO, "we do not accept joint sponsors for K1 visas" and he was given 221g for proof of current sustained income. We sent more paystubs, letters explaining I am working part time because I'm in school, forms I-864 from me and the person willing to act as joint sponsor, etc....and sent my joint sponsor's papers (W2, bank statements, property titles, etc) again just in case if they would consider them. A few weeks ago I got another letter from the embassy asking for more bank documents and letters (things that they already have...both from the original interview and my follow up packet).

I don't want to get anybody's hopes down, but I think it's best to be realistic and honest here. Joint sponsorship is very difficult in Manila. If you do try this route, I think it's true that the petitioner (US Citizen) should REALLY be present at the interview to push for approval of the joint sponsor and to explain the financial situation, future earning potential, etc. Hope and pray for the best, but be prepared to put in administrative review.

[Hank_ 9,174]

As of late they have done 3 or 4 co-sponsors that posted on VJ which is unusual for sure. And yes Manila is difficult with allowing co-sponsors with a K-1, always a case by case thing.. no set rules.