I 864 Form Income Clarification

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Social Security benefits are considered part of your total household income for the I-864 Affidavit of Support form. This includes reporting the full amount of benefits received, even if your adjusted gross income is zero. The USCIS counts these benefits as income to determine if the sponsor meets the income requirements. If you have further questions about completing the form, consider consulting with an immigration attorney for personalized guidance.

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The I-*, Affidavit of Support, is an important form for those sponsoring an immigrant to the U.S. Here are some key points:
- Purpose: It shows that the immigrant has adequate financial support and will not become a public charge.
- Requirement: The sponsor must be a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.
- Income Requirement: The sponsor's income must be at least *% of the federal poverty guideline.
Do you have any specific questions about filling out the I-*?
Page *, part *, question *
Page *, Part *, Question * of the I-* form asks about the sponsor's annual household income. Here are some tips:
- Include the sponsor's income from the most recent tax year.
- This should match the income reported on the sponsor's federal tax return.
- If the sponsor has co-sponsors, include their income as well.
Do you have any specific questions about this part?
If I receive social security benefits, what amount should I enter from my federal tax return form?
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For Page *, Part *, Question * of Form I-*, you should enter the total amount of social security benefits received, as reported on your federal tax return. This would typically be found in the section of your tax return where Social Security benefits are listed. If you have additional income sources, include those as well to reflect your total annual household income.
If my adjusted gross income is zero, but my social security benefits are $*,*, what amount do I enter?
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For the I-* form, Page *, Part *, Question *, you should include the total amount of your Social Security benefits, which is $*,*, even if your adjusted gross income is zero. This will help reflect your total annual household income for the affidavit.
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It sounds like you're dealing with a specific issue regarding the I-* Affidavit of Support form. If your adjusted gross income is zero but you receive Social Security benefits, you should still report the full amount of those benefits, which is $*,*, as your annual household income for the I-* form. This is because the I-* asks for your total household income, which includes Social Security benefits.
Would you like more detailed guidance on completing the I-* form?
Social security benefits is not considered an income
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In the context of the I-* Affidavit of Support form, Social Security benefits are considered part of your total household income. Here’s why:
- USCIS Guidance: Social Security benefits are counted as income when determining if the sponsor meets the income requirements.
- Form I-* Instructions: The instructions specify including all sources of income, including Social Security benefits.
Do you need further assistance with any other parts of the form?
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I'm glad I could help you with your questions about the I-* form. If you have any other legal inquiries or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
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Yes, mistakes can happen occasionally. However, we always strive to provide accurate and helpful information. If you believe there was an error in the guidance provided, please let me know, and I'll do my best to clarify or correct it. Do you have any specific concerns or another question?
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