Do I qualify as a sole sponsor for filing the Affidavit of Support?

[JulieAllison18 1]

I'm readying my I864ez Affidavit of Support and I have two questions-

1) the guidelines state that for my family of two, I have to make $24,578 (125% of $19,662).

This year, I'll make about $25,200 gross pay. The last two years, I only made about $22,000. Is it a problem that I made less than the minimum amount for the two previous years, even if I made enough this year?

2) I know this is a stupid question, but it's gross pay right (before taxes)? If it's net, then I definitely have to get a co-sponsor

Thanks for your help!

(Just wished I had been sent to a different processing center, because Nebraska is taking forever!!!)

[Maharosa 251]

The income guidelines are for your gross income/income before taxes. Also, 125% of the poverty level is $19,662, so you don't need to multiply $19,662 by 125%. I think you should be fine.

[Ryan H 3,790]

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.

[JulieAllison18 1]

The income guidelines are for your gross income/income before taxes. Also, 125% of the poverty level is $19,662, so you don't need to multiply $19,662 by 125%. I think you should be fine.

Thanks Maharosa! I feel so relieved!!!

[Maharosa 251]

You're welcome.

[K415 6]

I have a chart showing percentage multiples [e.g., 125 percent, 150 percent, etc.] of last year’s poverty guidelines. How can I get an updated version of that chart based on this year’s guidelines?

The only way to get an update of a chart showing percentage multiples of the poverty guidelines is to contact the organization or office that prepared it. While ASPE calculates the poverty guidelines each year, ASPE does not calculate or prepare any charts showing percentage multiples of the poverty guidelines even though such charts may indicate the HHS poverty guidelines as the source.

In general, one can calculate various percentage multiples of the guidelines by taking the current guidelines and multiplying each number by 1.25 for 125 percent, 1.50 for 150 percent, etc. Be aware, however, that the rounding rules for these calculations, as well as procedures for calculating monthly income, are determined by the federal, state, and local program offices that use the poverty guidelines for eligibility purposes.

Please ask this question who is related to financial sector. Because your single minor mistake will cause the further delay to bring your loved one. If it is necessary to get help of co-sponsor then better do it this time, rather involving co-sponsor after getting checklist.