Brightstar

CONGRATS!!!

Hi guys,

My husband is an active duty in the military. As some of you might know that we are getting a basic house allowance every month and those money are non-taxable. Can I include that to calculate his current annual income? I am freaking out because if we include that, he is making enough to support us above the poverty line. But if not, he doesnt make enough.

On the W-2 for 2008, it is only including his base pay but not the housing money. So on the wages lines, it seems like he makes so little base of his regular pay. BUT we have a proof of his paystub AND the employment letter from the military that he is getting other support.

Can anybody PLEASE help me out????

The BAH definitely counts as income, and you have the proof, so don't worry. I think you already know that his income only needs to meet the 100% of poverty level rather than 125%.

Thai Mom

Thanks thai mom. Do you think it is better to underestimate his current annual income than overestimate it???

Thanks again.

Just be as accurate and honest as you can. It's probably better to err on the side of underestimating. One thing they are looking for is honesty.

What is so confusing is that...on his W-2 for 2008 on box 1 and 12 where it indicates his wages, and non-taxable incomes, I only added up to about $20,000 BUT when I added all his pay stubs and the proof from his employer, he makes over $40,000.

I am just not sure what to use.

Hi guys,

My husband is an active duty in the military. As some of you might know that we are getting a basic house allowance every month and those money are non-taxable. Can I include that to calculate his current annual income? I am freaking out because if we include that, he is making enough to support us above the poverty line. But if not, he doesnt make enough.

On the W-2 for 2008, it is only including his base pay but not the housing money. So on the wages lines, it seems like he makes so little base of his regular pay. BUT we have a proof of his paystub AND the employment letter from the military that he is getting other support.

Can anybody PLEASE help me out????

The BAH definitely counts as income, and you have the proof, so don't worry. I think you already know that his income only needs to meet the 100% of poverty level rather than 125%.

Thai Mom

Thanks thai mom. Do you think it is better to underestimate his current annual income than overestimate it???

Thanks again.

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What are you using as the threshold?

I am sorry but What does that mean?

The instructions for the I-864 indicates:

If your claimed income includes alimony, child support, dividend or interest income,or income from any other source, you may also include evidence of that income.

Thanks for the reply! DOes that mean that we are ok?? His W-2 from 2008 doesnt show all the money that he makes and doesn't match to what I put for his current annual income BUT I include his paystub and a letter.

Hi guys,

My husband is an active duty in the military. As some of you might know that we are getting a basic house allowance every month and those money are non-taxable. Can I include that to calculate his current annual income? I am freaking out because if we include that, he is making enough to support us above the poverty line. But if not, he doesnt make enough.

On the W-2 for 2008, it is only including his base pay but not the housing money. So on the wages lines, it seems like he makes so little base of his regular pay. BUT we have a proof of his paystub AND the employment letter from the military that he is getting other support.

Can anybody PLEASE help me out????

Thank you very much guys!!! I think I am going to use two money order... To just be sure, the address that I put on money orders will be the address where I send the packet to which is USCIS P.O. BOX 805887, Chicago, IL, 60680-4120...Correct???

Thanks again so much!!!

Hmmmm...any other advices? I don't know what will be the best deal..two money order or a cashier's check??

Hi,

I CANNOT find any places where I can buy a money order for $1010. The maximum amount they sell is $1000. I know that we have to pay $930 for the I-485 application fees and $80 biometric fees. Is it ok if I buy one for $930 and one for $80??? Would that matter?

OR can I get a casheir check instead? It doesnt say in the instruction that I can use a casheir check so I am not sure.

P.S. Writing a check is not our option.

Cany anybody please help me with this????

THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!

Have you tried the Post Office? Otherwise, a cashier's check made out correctly will do the trick.

Yes, I did. They dont sell more than $1000. Do you think I can use a cashier's check instead?? Or just buy two money orders for $930 and $80???

Hi,

I CANNOT find any places where I can buy a money order for $1010. The maximum amount they sell is $1000. I know that we have to pay $930 for the I-485 application fees and $80 biometric fees. Is it ok if I buy one for $930 and one for $80??? Would that matter?

OR can I get a casheir check instead? It doesnt say in the instruction that I can use a casheir check so I am not sure.

P.S. Writing a check is not our option.

Cany anybody please help me with this????

THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!

u can use casier check.

Thanks!! Does anybody else have experiences with this?

Hi,

I CANNOT find any places where I can buy a money order for $1010. The maximum amount they sell is $1000. I know that we have to pay $930 for the I-485 application fees and $80 biometric fees. Is it ok if I buy one for $930 and one for $80??? Would that matter?

OR can I get a casheir check instead? It doesnt say in the instruction that I can use a casheir check so I am not sure.

P.S. Writing a check is not our option.

Cany anybody please help me with this????

THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!

Hi guys,

I was just wondering if I should the orginal or the copy of the letter from the employer to the USCIS.. If anybody please answer my question, I will be very very appreciated!!!

Thanks so much

-Brightstar

So I assume that I would sent to 4120 zip code then

Hi guys!!!

I am getting ready to send I-130 and AOS and AGAIN, I am stucked!!! I don't know what address I should send my packet too.

Hope somebody can help me out.

On I-130 form instruction, it is said

"NOTE: If the Form I-130 petition is being filed concurrently with Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, submit both forms concurrently to:

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services P.O. Box 805887 Chicago, IL 60680-4107"

BUT

On the I-485 form instruction,

It said that " If you are applying for adjustment of status under one of the eligibility categories listed below, file your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, with the USCIS Lockbox Facility.

1. Spouse, parent, unmarried son/daughter under age 21 of a U.S. citizen with an approved or concurrently filed Form I-130 ......"

Send it to:

USCIS Lockbox Addresses:

For U.S. Postal Service (USPS) deliveries:

USCIS P.O. Box 805887 Chicago, IL 60680-4120

Can anyone please help clarify that?? What is the exact I send it to?

And what is the difference between sending them priority and express?? If I send express mail, do I have to send it to another address?

THANKS GUYS!!!!!!

What if he doesn't have a tax return from 2008 by the time we sent it in then? We will only have his w2.

Thanks! Should I also include w2 from year 2008 to prove the annual income just in case?

Hi guys,

I am getting ready to send in my AOS in Jan 2009. Regarding I-864EZ form, when they ask for "the current annual income," Can I use use income from year 2008 and not 2009?? FYI, we use year 2007, 2006, and 2005 for the most recent tax years.

Even though, we will have my sponsor' W-2 for year 2008, we won't be file year 2008 taxes by the time I send in my documents, Can I include W-2 from 2008 with the document to prove his income for that year??

Thank you in advance!!

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Hi guys,

I am currently in the United States and I will be living in San Diego, CA when I filed. I just want to make sure that I should put San Diego, California and not Chicago, IL.

Can somebody please confirm me on this??

Thanks,

-Brightstar

It looks pretty comprehensive to me. You have done an excellent job.

Thai Mom

Thank guys!!!! You guys have helped me so much...SO MUCH!!! I personally want to thank Thai mom..you have been very awesome

Hi guys,

My husband is in the military and once we got married, we recieve the housing allowance monthly. The thing is that those money are not taxable. Can I include that for the annual income? Should I write an explantion?

Thanks guys!!!

-Brightstar

Hi VJ members!!!

I am ready to send in my application. Can you guys please go over all my documents??? I would be very much appreciated!!!

Thanks,

-Brightstar

Petitioner: ____________________________________________________________

Beneficiary (Spouse): ___________________________________________________

Date___________________

To Whom It May Concern,

Please find enclosed the Form I-130 and supporting documents:

1. Payment: Personal Check in the amount of US $355.00 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

2. Completed Form I-130

3. A copy of Petitioner's name birth certificate (front and back)

4. A copy of Petitioner's name military I.D

5. A copy of Beneficiary's name birth certificate along with its English translation

6. A copy of Beneficiary's name passport (Biographical page and Extension of Validity)

7. A copy of Beneficiary's name military I.D

8. A copy of marriage certificate

9. Form G-325A filled out by Petitioner's name signed and dated (all four pages)

10. One passport-style color photo of Petitioner's name in a labeled plastic bag

11. Form G-325A filled out by Beneficiary's name signed and dated (all four pages with “Attachment Sheet” for supplemental answer)

12. One passport-style color photo of Beneficiary's name in a labeled plastic bag

13. Evidence of a bonafide marriage

a. A lease showing joint tenancy of common residence

b. A copy showing joint car insurance

c. A copy showing joint health insurance

d. A copy of joint account statement from Bank's name

Sincerely,

Petitioner's name Date

Address:

Nature of the submission: Immediate Relative (Spouse) Family Based Adjustment of Status Application with a concurrent I-130 filing

Date___________________

To Whom It May Concern,

Please find enclosed the Form I-485 and supporting documents as well as the Forms I-765, I-131 and all supporting documents for Beneficiary's name:

My eligibility to adjust from F-1 status to permanent resident status is based on marriage to a U.S. citizen

1. Payment: Personal Check in the amount of US $1010.00 (for both the I-485 and the biometrics fee) to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

2. Completed Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

3. A copy of Beneficiary's name passport (Biographical page and Extension of Validity)

4. A copy of Beneficiary's name passport (Name Change page)

5. A copy of Beneficiary's name F-1 student visa page with entry stamp

6. A copy of Beneficiary's name valid I-94 form (front and back)

7. Copies of all Beneficiary's name I-20 form

8. A copy of Beneficiary's name social security card

9. A copy of Beneficiary's name birth certificate along with its English translation

10. A copy of marriage certificate

11. Form G-325A filled out by Beneficiary's name signed and dated (all four pages with “Attachment Sheet” for supplemental answer)

12. Two passport-style color photo of Beneficiary's name in a labeled plastic bag

13. Completed Form I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status, in a sealed envelope

14. Form I-864EZ, Affidavit of Support, with additional required supporting documentation

a. Completed Form I-864EZ

b. A letter explanation for why there is a significant higher amount of income between 2007 and 2008 (part 18)

c. A letter explanation for why there is a limited amount of information for tax return in 2005 (part 19)

d. A copy of Petitioner's name birth certificate

e. A copy of Petitioner's name 2007 Federal individual income tax return including Form W-2 and 1040EZ

f. A copy of IRS transcript for 2007

g. A copy of Petitioner's name military I.D

h. Evidence of proof that Petitioner's name is currently on active duty in the military (US Navy)

i. A letter from employer showing employer’s address and phone number, and indicating annual salary

j. Pay stub showing income for the previous six months (June – November)

15. Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, with additional required supporting documentation

a. Completed Form I-765

b. A copy of Beneficiary's name passport (Biographical page and Extension of Validity)

c. A copy of Beneficiary's name passport (Name Change page)

d. A copy of Beneficiary's name F-1 student visa page with entry stamp

e. A copy of Beneficiary's name valid I-94 form (front and back)

f. A copy of Beneficiary's name 2008 Employment Authorization Card (front and back)

g. A copy of the most recent I-20

h. Two passport-style color photo of Beneficiary's name in a labeled plastic bag

16. Form I-131, Application for Travel Document, with additional required supporting documentation

a. Completed Form I-131

b. Explanation of how the intending immigrant qualifies for an advance parole document and what circumstances warrant issuance of advance parole. (Part 7)

c. A copy of Beneficiary's name passport (Biographical page and Extension of Validity)

d. A copy of Beneficiary's name passport (Name Change page)

e. A copy of Beneficiary's name F-1 student visa page with entry stamp

f. A copy of Beneficiary's name valid I-94 form (front and back)

g. A copy of Beneficiary's name 2008 Employment Authorization Card (front and back)

h. A copy of the most recent I-20

i. Two passport-style color photo of Beneficiary's name in a labeled plastic bag

Sincerely,

Beneficiary's name

Date

Address:

We haven't filled out any financial forms yet so I'm not sure. I would have thought that it would form part of their annual income. Is there a military financial office you could go to and ask about it?

thank you, I will have to check into that. But I think I at least should write an explanation letter to just be safe.

Anytime, glad I could help.

I have another question for you, lol.

It is related to the military. So we just got married in March and he received BAH starting this year which in I-864EZ for where they ask for his currently annual income..do you think I need to write the explanation why he makes significantly higher this year than other years??

Thanks again! You are awesome.