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Form I-864A: Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member
Form I-864A is a contract between a sponsor's household member and the U.S. government to provide financial support for an immigrant. It's used when a household member of the primary sponsor wants to combine their income with the sponsor to meet the minimum income requirements.
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USCIS Form I-864A - Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member
Form I-864A is a contract between a sponsor's household member and the U.S. government to provide financial support for an immigrant. It's used when a household member of the primary sponsor wants to combine their income with the sponsor to meet the minimum income requirements.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Using an outdated edition of Form I-864A will result in rejection of your application.
- 2Incorrect calculation of household size
- 3Missing required financial documentation
- 4Failure to include all sources of income
- 5Notarization errors or missing signatures
Plain English
This form lets someone living in your household (like a spouse or relative) promise to help support an immigrant coming to the United States. By signing this, they're agreeing to share financial responsibility if you can't meet the support requirements on your own.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Form I-864A is typically filed at the same time as the primary sponsor's Form I-864, as part of the immigrant visa application or adjustment of status package.
- 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 you are a household member of the primary sponsor and want to include your financial resources
- Do not use this form if you are the primary sponsor (use Form I-864 instead)
- Check Form I-864 instructions to confirm if your relationship qualifies as a household member
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Primary sponsor with sufficient income alone
No need for additional financial support
✓ Confirm sponsor meets 125% poverty guidelines
Joint sponsor not living in household
Separate sponsorship obligation
✓ Verify joint sponsor understands their independent responsibility
Multiple household members contributing
Combined income must meet requirements
✓ Calculate total household size correctly
Deadline or filing window
Form I-864A must be filed with the immigration application package. There is no separate deadline for this form, but the entire application package must be submitted by the deadline specified in the visa bulletin or notice of action.
- —Household size | Based on number of people in household | Total household members | Must include all dependents and immigrants
- —Annual income | Gross income from all sources | Income amount for sponsorship | Must meet 125% of federal poverty guidelines
- —Assets value | Total liquid assets divided by 5 times difference | Additional income equivalent | Only consider if income falls short
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What you need before filling it out
Personal information
Government-issued ID · Driver's license or passport
Income section
Tax returns, pay stubs, employment letter · IRS or employer records
Asset information
Bank statements, property deeds · Financial institutions
Household composition
Birth certificates, marriage certificates · Personal records
Sponsor relationship
Affidavit of relationship · Personal documentation
Before you submit
- 1Verify you're using the latest edition of Form I-864A
- 2Complete all sections including signatures
- 3Include all required supporting documents
- 4Ensure all numbers match supporting documents
- 5Confirm household size calculation is correct
- 6Have the form notarized properly
- 7Make a copy for your records
- 8Check for any additional evidence required by your specific case
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the current Form I-864A from the USCIS website
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information
- 3Gather supporting documentation (tax returns, proof of income, etc.)
- 4Sign the form in the presence of a notary public
- 5Submit with the immigrant's visa application package
- 6Keep a copy for your records
- 7Track your application status online after submission
Known limitations
- 1Form I-864A cannot be used as a standalone sponsorship document
- 2The form must be accompanied by a completed Form I-864 from the primary sponsor
- 3Assets alone may not be sufficient if income doesn't meet requirements
- 4The household member must be related to the sponsor or reside in the same household
- 5The form becomes legally binding once accepted by USCIS
- 6Changes in financial status after filing may require updating USCIS
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The current edition of Form I-864A is the 03/2023 version. Check the USCIS website for any updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date: Must be 03/2023 or later
- Fee: No filing fee for Form I-864A
- Mailing address: Varies by application type; check the relevant form instructions
- Signature requirements: Must be notarized
- Processing time: Typically several months; varies by USCIS service center
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the signed and notarized Form I-864A
- 2Monitor your application status online using the receipt number
- 3Respond promptly to any requests for evidence from USCIS
- 4Maintain financial records until the case is complete
- 5Notify USCIS of any address changes
- 6Keep supporting documents accessible for potential interviews
- 7Consult with an immigration attorney if you receive a Request for Evidence
Sources
- SRCForm I-864A is a supplement to Form I-864
- SRCThe current edition is 03/2023
- SRCMust be notarized before submission
- SRCHousehold members must be related to the sponsor or reside in the same household
- SRCThe form requires financial information including income and assets
- SRCThe obligation continues until the immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen or has worked 40 quarters
- SRCThe form must be filed with the immigrant's visa application package
- SRCAssets can only supplement income if it falls short of requirements
Common confusion points
Who qualifies as a household member
USCIS defines household members as those related by blood, marriage, or law who live together
→ Check Form I-864 instructions for specific relationship requirements
Whether assets can be used
Assets can only supplement income if it falls short of requirements
→ Calculate the 5 times multiplier to determine asset value
How long the sponsorship lasts
The obligation continues until the immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen or has worked 40 quarters
→ Keep documentation of the immigrant's naturalization or work history
Joint vs. household sponsorship
Joint sponsors are separate from the household; household members are part of the sponsor's household
→ Determine if you live in the same household as the primary sponsor
Income calculation methods
Must include all income from all sources
→ Review IRS guidelines for what constitutes taxable income
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