Why is the I-864 Affidavit of Support now used for the Adjustment of Status application when we used the I-134 Affidavit for the Fiance(e) petition?
A..This legally enforceable affidavit is a result of immigration reform legislation. Now that the foreign national spouse has indicated an intention to remain here permanently, the US wants to make sure the new immigrant does not become a burden on society. The financial responsibility for this guarantee lies on those who sign the I-864 affidavit, and lasts until the sponsored immigrant becomes a naturalized US citizen or can be credited for 40 quarters of work, dies or permanently departs the country. Whoever signs the affidavit must also inform the BCIS (INS) when they move, using form I-865, Sponsors Change of Address, after the immigrant gets approval of Adjustment of Status.
Related Questions
- Why is the I-864 Affidavit of Support now used for the Adjustment of Status application when we used the I-134 Affidavit for the Fiance(e) petition?
- Does the final rule provide exemptions for the requirement to file an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864)?
- Which Affidavit of Support form is required for the Fianc(e) Visa, Form I-134 or Form I-864?
