Update: still have not heard back from NVC. But while doing some perusing of the CEAC FAQ page I did find this:
"Is a sufficient Form I-864 the only consideration for meeting any public charge issues at the time of the visa interview?
No, consular officers also look at other public charge factors affecting the financial situation of both the financial sponsor(s) and the applicant. Age, health, education, skills, financial resources and family status of the applicant and the sponsor are factors. Consular officers will verify to the extent possible that applicants have adequate financial support to prevent them becoming a public charge in the United States. Public charge means that someone is primarily dependent on the U.S. government for subsistence."
Despite the silence from NVC, I am feeling a bit more confident that the past 4 years of waiting is nearing the end!!
Thank you all!
I feel more confident now. And I did find someone who is willing to be a joint sponsor so we have that up our sleeve in case it is needed. I'll have that paperwork ready by next week. Still have not heard back from NVC but will post their response, once I get it, for future reference.
Also, I realized I was looking at the 2019 Federal poverty rate, when maybe I should have been looking at 2017's. That coupled with the cash in the bank alone should put us in a favorable position.
Thanks again
