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Form I-864A: Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member
USCIS Form I-864A is a Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member that must be submitted with Form I-864; if foreign language documents are included, a full English translation must accompany the contract.
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USCIS Form I-864A - Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member
USCIS Form I-864A is a Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member that must be submitted with Form I-864; if foreign language documents are included, a full English translation must accompany the contract.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not submit a stamped or typewritten name instead of a proper signature on Form I-864A.
- 2Filing without providing proof of income continuing after immigration (if married to sponsor)
- 3Not completing Part 3 when self-employed and relying on assets
- 4Omitting a full English translation for documents in a foreign language
- 5Failing to certify that the translator is competent (for foreign docs)
Plain English
This form creates a legal agreement between someone sponsoring an immigrant (the sponsor) and a family member who is being sponsored. It proves to USCIS that the sponsor has agreed to financially support the household member. The sponsor certifies this commitment on Form I-864A.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no specific filing deadline mentioned on Form I-864A itself, but a sponsor not living in the U.S. must report an address change within 10 days of moving.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when a sponsor must document that a household member's income and/or assets are being used to help support the sponsored immigrant(s) under Form I-864.
- Do not use it when only the sponsor is providing financial support, as a separate Form I-864A must be used for each qualifying household member.
- Check Form I-865 instead when you are a sponsor who is not a U.S. citizen and need to notify USCIS of a change in address.
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Filing with Department of State (DOS)
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Not stated in the official source — verify on the agency site
The purpose of this form is an attachment to Form I-864, Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA.
✓ Check www.uscis.gov/I-864 for filing location guidance.
Any other contract attachment to Form I-864
Form G-1055
This form contains specific information about fees applicable to USCIS Form I-864A.
✓ Check www.uscis.gov/forms for fee details.
Deadline or filing window
If a sponsor is not a U.S. citizen, they have 10 days from moving from their previous residence to file Form I-865 (Sponsor’s Change of Address). This requirement applies even if the initial filing date has passed.
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What you need before filling it out
Contract itself
Completed and signed Form I-864A · The contract document
Foreign Language Document
Full English translation with translator's certification · Submitted alongside the contract
Sponsor (Non-Citizen) Moving Notice
Completed Form I-865 · Not stated in the official source — verify on agency site
Legal Guardian Documentation
Proof of appointment and court order permitting support use · Not stated in the official source — verify on agency site
Household Member's Signature
Original handwritten ink signature · Form I-864A (Part 6)
Before you submit
- 1Complete all fields using black ink, typing or printing legibly.
- 2Ensure both the sponsor and the household member sign the contract properly.
- 3Verify that any foreign language documents include a full English translation with a certified translator's signature.
- 4Confirm Item No. 2 provides the correct mailing address where mail is received.
- 5Check if you reside in a different location than where you receive mail, and ensure Item No. 4 reflects that physical address.
- 6If applicable, verify Item No. 8 contains your A-Number or clearly states "N/A".
- 7Ensure the date of signature (Item No. 6) is entered in mm/dd/yyyy format.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form I-864A by typing or printing legibly in black ink, using Part 9 for extra space if needed.
- 2Sign and date the contract (Part 6) with original handwritten ink; a legal guardian may sign for an incompetent person.
- 3Gather all required evidence listed in the Specific Instructions and/or What Evidence Must You Submit sections of these Instructions.
- 4Submit the completed Form I-864A along with all supporting documentation to the appropriate USCIS filing location (as directed by www.uscis.gov/I-864).
- 5Keep a copy of your fully executed contract for personal records.
Known limitations
- 1A separate Form I-864A must be used for every household member whose income and/or assets are being utilized by a sponsor to qualify.
- 2The obligations of the household member under Form I-864A end when the obligations of the sponsor under the Affidavit of Support terminate.
- 3If an intending immigrant has no accompanying dependents, they do not need to list their assets on this contract; instead, those assets must be listed in Part 7, Items 6-10 of Form I-864.
- 4Form I-864A may only be used when the sponsor’s income and assets are insufficient to meet the requirements of Form I-864, and the qualifying household member chooses to combine resources.
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Petitioner Info
3 items
Your current legal name as it appears on your Green Card or U.S. passport.
Your date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).
Your Green Card number (A-Number) if a permanent resident, or USCIS online account number.
Beneficiary Info
3 items
Full legal name of the relative you are petitioning for.
Date of birth of the relative (MM/DD/YYYY).
Alien Registration Number of the beneficiary if previously assigned.
Relationship
1 items
Select the qualifying relationship: spouse, unmarried child under 21, unmarried child over 21, married child, parent, or sibling.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents establishing the qualifying relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.).
Signatures
2 items
Your signature certifying all information is correct under penalty of perjury.
Date you signed the form (MM/DD/YYYY).
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 10/17/24
- Fee — check Form G-1055 for specific applicable fees
- Mailing address — provide the address where you receive mail (Item No. 2)
- Signature — ensure signatures are original handwritten ink, as stamped or typewritten names alone will be rejected
- Foreign Language Translation — confirm a full English translation is submitted if the document is not in English
- A-Number — provide this number if available; otherwise, type or print "N/A" (Item No. 8)
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After you file
- 1Print or save a copy of the completed Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member for personal records.
- 2Submit all evidence requested in the Instructions along with the contract; failure to submit required evidence may lead to rejection or denial by USCIS.
- 3Keep a record of any receipt number that begins with IOE, as this indicates possession of a USCIS Online Account Number (OAN).
- 4If filing online, locate the OAN in your account profile; if mailing, find it on the Account Access Notice sent to you.
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The purpose of Form I-864A is to serve as an attachment to Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support) under Section 213A of the INA.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — A separate Form I-864A must be used for each household member whose income and/or assets are being used by a sponsor to qualify.
- SRCInstructions p.1 — The contract requires signatures from both the sponsor (completing Form I-864) and the household member promising support.
- SRCInstructions p.5 — If the sponsor uses the value of the household member's assets, complete this item; if only income is used, do not complete it.
- SRCInstructions p.7 — The contract must be filed with Form I-864.
- SRCInstructions p.9 — For Initial Processing, mail completed Form I-864A to: Citizenship and Immigration Services, Office of Policy and Strategy, Regulatory Coordination Division, 5900 Capital Gateway Drive, Mail Stop #2140, Camp Springs, MD 20588-0009.
- SRCInstructions p.7 — If a sponsor is not a U.S. citizen, they must inform USCIS of their new address within 10 days by completing and filing Form I-865.
Common confusion points
Do I need Form I-864A even if I am not married to the sponsor?
If yes, select Item Number 2 or another applicable item in Part 2 of Form I-864A.
→ Ensure the relationship selected matches your actual connection.
When must I file Form I-865 (Sponsor’s Change of Address)?
A sponsor who is not a U.S. citizen must inform USCIS within 10 days of moving from their previous residence.
→ Do not submit Form I-865 at the same time as Form I-864A; file it only when the address on Form I-864A changes.
When should a household member list assets on Form I-864A?
Complete this item only if the sponsor is using the value of that household member's assets to help meet the Affidavit of Support requirements.
→ If you are only contributing income, do not complete this specific asset item.
What if I filed my tax returns with a foreign government?
You must submit them unless you claim you were not required to file a Federal income tax return with the U.S., in which case you rely solely on the foreign return for non-taxed income amount.
→ If providing photocopies, include every related Form W-2 and Form 1099.
Is my OAN the same as my A-Number?
No, the USCIS Online Account Number (OAN) is not the same as an A-Number.
→ Confirm you have a receipt number beginning with IOE to possess an OAN.
Where exactly should I mail Form I-864A if it's for initial processing?
Do not mail it to the general address listed on page 9; this is the location for Initial Processing.
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Questions about USCIS Form I-864A
What is USCIS Form I-864A used for?
This form creates a legal agreement between someone sponsoring an immigrant (the sponsor) and a family member who is being sponsored. It proves to USCIS that the sponsor has agreed to financially support the household member. The sponsor certifies this commitment on Form I-864A.
Who must file USCIS Form I-864A?
The Household Member must complete Form I-864A, which establishes their relationship to the Sponsor.
What information does USCIS Form I-864A require?
The form collects details regarding the filer's relationship to the sponsor in Part 2 (Item Numbers 1-3), and it requires listing assets if the sponsor is using those assets for support; otherwise, this item is left blank.
When is USCIS Form I-864A due?
There is no specific filing deadline mentioned on Form I-864A itself, but a sponsor not living in the U.S. must report an address change within 10 days of moving.
Where do I file USCIS Form I-864A?
This contract MUST be filed with Form I-864; current filing locations are found at www.uscis.gov/I-864 or by consulting the USCIS Contact Center.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-864A?
First, print or type legibly in black ink. Then, complete all items, using Part 9 for extra space if needed. Finally, the filer (or their signing authority) must properly sign the contract before sending it.
What happens if USCIS Form I-864A is filed incorrectly?
If the contract is not signed, or if the signature is invalid, USCIS will reject the contract, which can lead to a denial of the request for adjudication.
Do I need Form I-864A even if I am not married to the sponsor?
If yes, select Item Number 2 or another applicable item in Part 2 of Form I-864A. Ensure the relationship selected matches your actual connection.
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