i130a Does the beneficiary need to sign I-130A

[Wali0007 0]

 

Hello everyone! I have a quick question. I am petitioning for my spouse and filing i130 online. My spouse lives abroad. Does she have to sign the form i130A? Many are saying NO as instructed by USCIS but i have talked to 2 attorneys and they are saying the beneficiary has to sign. Its really so confusing! Why would the attorney say that. Please guide.

 

Thanks in advance!

[Xyrstine 224]

They don't if they are abroad...it clearly states this in the box. We didn't.

Edited July 25, 2020 by Xyrstine
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[Wali0007 0]

5 minutes ago, Xyrstine said:

They don't if they are abroad...it clearly states this in the box. We didn't.

Also, since I am the one preparing the document. Do I need to fill in and sign the preparers space or leave it blank?

[Xyrstine 224]

Yes, you fill that in if you are doing it on their behalf - "anyone other than the spouse beneficiary, and with their consent etc".. It clearly states this as well. Please just read the guidance. It is self explanatory. 

 

 

[Wali0007 0]

12 hours ago, Xyrstine said:

Yes, you fill that in if you are doing it on their behalf - "anyone other than the spouse beneficiary, and with their consent etc".. It clearly states this as well. Please just read the guidance. It is self explanatory. 

 

 

Thanks a lot for your help! Much appreciated 

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