USCIS I-864EZ

Understanding the USCIS Form I 864EZ

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has several forms, each designed to cater to specific immigrant situations. One such form, the USCIS form I 864EZ, is a critical document for intending immigrants and sponsors. This form is crucial for cases where a sponsor is willing to support the intending immigrant financially during their stay in the US.

Why is the USCIS I 864EZ form important?

The USCIS I-864EZ form is known as the Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA. It's a contract that legally binds sponsors to provide financial support for an immigrant. The immigrant can use the form to demonstrate that they will not become a public charge in the country. The document promises that the sponsor will supply the necessary financial support to the sponsored immigrant up to 125% above the mandated poverty line.

How to Fill Out the I 864EZ USCIS Form

Here is a detailed guide for filling out the USCIS I-864EZ form on the PDFliner:

1. Begin by confirming your eligibility to use Form I-864EZ as outlined in Part 1. Ensure you are the petitioner of the family member sponsored on this affidavit, you are using your own earned or retirement income documented by IRS Form W-2, and the sponsored immigrant is the only person immigrating based on the underlying visa petition.
2. Complete Part 2 by entering the Information About the Immigrant You Are Sponsoring. Fill in their family name, given name, middle name if applicable, date of birth, and Alien Registration Number. Also, include their mailing address details, such as the care of name, street number, apartment or suite number, city or town, state, ZIP code, and country.
   
3. In Part 3, provide your details as the sponsor. Include your family name, given name, middle name, current mailing address, and indicate whether it is the same as your physical address. If not, provide the physical address details as well. Add your date of birth, U.S. Social Security Number, city and country of birth, and details about your citizenship or nationality.
4. Detail your household size in Part 4 by including yourself, the person you are sponsoring, and any dependents. Calculate the total household size as instructed.
5. Fill in Part 5 with information about your employment and income. Specify your current occupation, employer name, and whether you are retired or employed. Enter your current individual annual income and information about your Federal income tax returns for the three most recent tax years.
6. In Part 6, read the Sponsor's Contract, Statement, and the legal effects of signing the form. Enter your contact information and carefully fill out the Declaration, Certification, and Signature section to confirm your understanding and agreement with the obligations under this affidavit.
7. If an interpreter is used, complete the Interpreter's Contact Information, Certification, and Signature in Part 7.
8. If someone other than you is preparing this affidavit, fill in their contact information, declaration, and signature in Part 8.
9. Use Part 9 for any additional information that did not fit in the previous sections. Ensure you reference the correct part and item numbers for clarity.