Joint Sponsor Question

[aprice138 16]

Hey there,

So my mother is going to be our joint sponsor. And she filled out both the I-864 AND the I-864A because since my step dad and her file jointly, the household includes his income as well.

But, my permanent address is her address. I moved during the initial USCIS process but kept the address the same, as it is a stable place to receive all mail. Wondering if I should change my address so I am not included in her household or if she should refill out her forms.

Tax wise, I'm not included in her household so I figured it would be OK.

But I know better to ask the community first!

Any advice?

[florida4life 29]

Both of you need to fill out form I-864 and not I-864A. I-864A would only be needed if your mom and dad combined their own income together to meet the income level requirement. But since they file together that would mean that I-864 is only needed. You need to fill one out too because you is the primary petitioner income or not.

[ndu26 114]

you do not need to change ur address just for fear of being considered part of their household( someone correct me if I am wrong).

[sunflower123 6]

I think you‘re right ndu26.

You can live at the same place and to don‘t be dependant of them for taxes purposes. If this is your case you‘re not considered as part of their household.

[aprice138 16]

Ok I think that makes sense and what I had figured in the first place. Sometimes household is literally the people in the house and sometimes it is the married couple plus dependents. So confusing!

I definitely did my I-864. But she filled out the I-864 AND the I-864A to include my stepfather's income. I think she feels its easier as it is how the taxes are filed. And better if they do, just to give the NVC and consulate all the more reason to approve us!

[Ryan H 3,834]

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