How to show Financial Stability as a K-1 Visa Petitioner

Form I-134 Affidavit of Support - The information on this form is used by the USCIS or by a consular officer to whom it may be furnished, to support an alien’s application for benefits under the Immigration and Nationality Act. Specifically the assertion that he or she has adequate means of financial support an will not become a public charge. Currently this information will be submitted to the U.S. Consulate at the time of your Fiancée’s interview so it’s not necessary to send in with your I-129F Petition for Alien Fiancée ("Fiancee Visa"), so don’t send it with it your I-129F Petition.

You must present a notarized I-134 affidavit of support with a letter from your employer on company letterhead, with date and company name and a phone number of contact person, signed, with information about the nature of your employment; your salary. It should include your start date but it is not critical. Include a few recent paystubs, in addition to an employer letter, and a copy of your most recently filed Federal tax return and W2 copies.

You don't need a bank letter (the I-134 instructions for that item were written 25 years ago and no longer have much relevance). Include a couple of recent bank statements and you are okay. Remember, you do not need to be rich to be a Fiancee Visa Petitioner. You must make at least 125% of the poverty guidelines set by the United States government.

Along with your form I-134, it is best to include documents that show ownership of any assets and money making accounts. If you are a homeowner, include a copy of your deed to the home in which you and your fiancee will reside. If you rent, include copies of bank statements to show a good history of on time payments of your rent. Copies of these documents are sufficient. You must be prepared to submit original documents only if USCIS (INS) decides they want to look at them. Ask your employer for an earnings statement for you, or get a letter from your employer stating your position in the company, and your yearly earnings.

If you follow these directions, you will be on your way to showing your Financial Stability as a K-1 Visa Petitioner. All of these documents are part of the fiancee visa requirements, including the Philippines k1 visa, but also applies to all other countries as well.