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Form I-864P: HHS Poverty Guidelines for Affidavit of Support

USCIS Form I-864P provides the current federal poverty guidelines used to determine minimum income requirements for Affidavit of Support forms. It serves as a reference chart showing poverty levels based on household size, which USCIS uses to calculate whether a sponsor meets financial eligibility criteria.

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USCIS Form I-864P - HHS Poverty Guidelines for Affidavit of Support

USCIS Form I-864P provides the current federal poverty guidelines used to determine minimum income requirements for Affidavit of Support forms. It serves as a reference chart showing poverty levels based on household size, which USCIS uses to calculate whether a sponsor meets financial eligibility criteria.

This form captures the current federal poverty guidelines organized by household size, which serves as the basis for calculating the minimum income requirement for sponsors (125% of the poverty level).

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1Always verify you're using the correct edition of Form I-864P for your filing date.
  • 2Using outdated poverty guidelines
  • 3Miscounting household size
  • 4Confusing state-specific guidelines with federal guidelines
  • 5Not accounting for dependents in household size calculation

Plain English

Form I-864P is a simple reference chart showing current poverty levels based on household size. It's used to determine if a sponsor earns enough money to support someone immigrating to the United States. This form helps USCIS check if a sponsor meets the minimum financial requirements.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: Form I-864P is typically referenced when preparing Form I-864, usually during the initial stages of the immigration petition process. The guidelines are updated annually, so the specific version used depends on when the petition is filed.
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

guidelinesorganizedfinancialminimumfederalincomemoney

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What this form is for

  • Use this form when calculating minimum income requirements for Form I-864
  • Do not use this form as a standalone submission to USCIS
  • Check Form I-864 instructions for the specific poverty guidelines applicable to your case

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Use this form or another form?

For state-specific immigration processes

State requirements may differ from federal

✓ Verify state requirements before using federal guidelines

State-specific poverty guidelines

For certain visa categories like VAWA

Different forms have different requirements

✓ Confirm which affidavit form is required for your specific visa type

Form I-864A or I-864EZ

Deadline or filing window

Form I-864P does not have a submission deadline as it's a reference document. However, the poverty guidelines it contains are only valid for the calendar year in which they were issued. Always use the guidelines current at the time of filing your Form I-864.

  • —Household size | Multiply by 125% | Minimum income requirement | Ensure you're using current guidelines
  • —Poverty level | Add 25% | Adjusted poverty level | Verify calculation matches official guidelines

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Household size

Complete household information · Form I-864 Part 3, Section A

⚠ Undercounting dependents✕ High
2

Poverty level

Current Form I-864P · USCIS website or form instructions

⚠ Using outdated guidelines✕ High
3

125% calculation

Mathematical verification · Form I-864 Part 5

⚠ Incorrect multiplication✕ Medium
4

Sponsor's income

Pay stubs, tax returns · Form I-864 supporting documents

⚠ Insufficient documentation✕ High

Before you submit

  1. 1Confirm you're using the current year's Form I-864P
  2. 2Verify your household size calculation includes all dependents
  3. 3Double-check the 125% calculation for your household size
  4. 4Ensure the poverty level matches the official guidelines
  5. 5Cross-reference with Form I-864 instructions
  6. 6Confirm guidelines are current for your filing date
  7. 7Verify no state-specific guidelines apply to your case

How to file this form

  1. 1Locate the current Form I-864P on the USCIS website
  2. 2Identify your household size in the chart
  3. 3Find the corresponding poverty level for your household size
  4. 4Calculate 125% of that amount to determine minimum income requirement
  5. 5Use this figure when completing Form I-864
  6. 6Attach a copy of Form I-864P to your Form I-864 submission

Known limitations

  1. 1Form I-864P only provides minimum income thresholds, not complete financial requirements
  2. 2Asset calculations may require additional forms beyond what I-864P covers
  3. 3Certain visa categories may have different financial requirements than standard poverty guidelines
  4. 4Active duty military sponsors may have different calculation methods

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Compact field-by-field guide

10 fields

Petitioner Info

3 items

Petitioner Full Name

Your current legal name as it appears on your Green Card or U.S. passport.

Requiredtext
Date of Birth

Your date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).

Requireddate
A-Number or USCIS Online Account Number

Your Green Card number (A-Number) if a permanent resident, or USCIS online account number.

text

Beneficiary Info

3 items

Beneficiary Full Name

Full legal name of the relative you are petitioning for.

Requiredtext
Beneficiary Date of Birth

Date of birth of the relative (MM/DD/YYYY).

Requireddate
Beneficiary A-Number

Alien Registration Number of the beneficiary if previously assigned.

text

Relationship

1 items

Relationship Type

Select the qualifying relationship: spouse, unmarried child under 21, unmarried child over 21, married child, parent, or sibling.

Requiredselect

Evidence

1 items

Supporting Documents

List of documents establishing the qualifying relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.).

Requiredtext

Signatures

2 items

Petitioner Signature

Your signature certifying all information is correct under penalty of perjury.

Requiredsignature
Date of Signature

Date you signed the form (MM/DD/YYYY).

Requireddate
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Current form status
USCIS

Form I-864P is updated annually by HHS, typically in January or February. Always use the version current at the time of filing your Form I-864.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date: Verify you're using the version current at the time of filing
  • Fee: No fee associated with Form I-864P as it's a reference document
  • Mailing address: Not applicable as this form is not submitted
  • Processing time: Not applicable as this form is not submitted
  • Signature requirement: No signature required
  • Supporting documents: No supporting documents needed

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Quick Facts

Form I-864P is typically referenced by petitioners, sponsors, and immigration attorneys when completing Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support). USCIS officers also use this form to verify that sponsors meet the required income thresholds.
This form captures the current federal poverty guidelines organized by household size, which serves as the basis for calculating the minimum income requirement for sponsors (125% of the poverty level).
Form I-864P is typically referenced when preparing Form I-864, usually during the initial stages of the immigration petition process. The guidelines are updated annually, so the specific version used depends on when the petition is filed.
Form I-864P is not submitted to USCIS but is used as a reference when completing Form I-864. The current version can be found on the USCIS website or in the Form I-864 instructions.
Using outdated poverty guidelines can lead to incorrect income calculations, potentially resulting in petition denial or request for additional evidence. Accurate reference to the current guidelines is essential for determining proper sponsorship eligibility.
Locate the current version of Form I-864P on the USCIS website. Identify your household size to find the corresponding poverty level. Multiply this amount by 125% to determine the minimum income requirement for sponsorship.

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After you file

  1. 1Keep a copy of Form I-864P with your petition documents
  2. 2Note the edition date of the form used for reference
  3. 3Monitor USCIS requests for evidence related to your financial calculations
  4. 4Be prepared to provide additional financial documentation if requested
  5. 5Track any updates to poverty guidelines for future reference

Sources

  • SRCForm I-864P is published annually by the Department of Health and Human Services
  • SRCThe form is typically updated in January or February of each year
  • SRCGuidelines are based on the Federal Register notice
  • SRCForm I-864P is referenced in Form I-864 instructions
  • SRCThe poverty levels are adjusted for Alaska and Hawaii
  • SRCForm I-864P includes a chart showing percentages above poverty level
  • SRCForm I-864P is available on the USCIS website
  • SRCForm I-864P is not submitted with Form I-864 but should be referenced

Common confusion points

Confusion between federal and state poverty guidelines

Different jurisdictions may have different requirements

→ Always verify which guidelines apply to your specific case

Confusion about household size calculation

Including or excluding certain individuals

→ Refer to Form I-864 instructions for precise household size definition

Confusion about asset calculations

Assets can sometimes substitute for income

→ Form I-864 has specific rules for asset valuation

Confusion about effective dates

Guidelines change annually

→ Always use the version current at filing time

Confusion about which form to submit

I-864P is for reference only

→ Submit Form I-864, not I-864P

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Related forms and next steps

6 signals

Before

Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support)

Current

I-864P

After

Form I-864 Supplemental Sheet (if additional information needed)

Often used with

Form I-864, Form I-864A, Form I-864EZ

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