If the beneficiary and dependent(s) receive any designated federal, state, or local means-tested public benefits, under U.S. citizen, or can be credited with 40 qualifying quarters of work (usually 10 years) under the Social Security Act.īy signing Form I-864, the petitioner (including any joint sponsor(s)) is agreeing to use their resources, if necessary, to financially support the beneficiary and any dependent(s). The sponsor's financial responsibility usually lasts until the applicant either becomes a U.S. The person who signs the Affidavit of Support is also called the “sponsor.” The petitioner must complete Form I-864 however if the petitioner’s income is insufficient, a joint-sponsor may agree to also complete an I-864 on the applicant’s behalf.Īn Affidavit of Support is legally enforceable. An Affidavit of Support, also called the Form I-864, is a document an individual signs to accept financial responsibility for the applicant who is coming to live in the United States.
