Checklists for Preparing Affidavit of Support Forms
Intending Immigrant’s Affidavit of Support Exemption, Form I-864W, Checklist
Verify that, as detailed in the I-864W instructions, the Affidavit of Support is not required. The I-864W should be completed ONLY IF the intending immigrant:
- Has, or can be credited with, 40 quarters of covered employment
- As proof, you must attach a signed statement from the person who earned the quarters.
- You must attach an earnings and benefits statement from the Social Security Administration (SSA) showing the number of qualifying quarters he/she has earned. To make a request to the SSA use Form SSA-7004-SM, or in the U.S. call the SSA’s toll free number, 1-800-772-1213.
- Is a self-petitioning widow/widower
- Is the battered spouse of U.S. citizen or the child of battered spouse of a U.S. citizen
- Is a child, who meets the requirements under the Child Citizenship Act of 2000 (CCA) to become a U.S. citizen immediately upon entry under into the U.S.
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