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Why is Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, required in support of the immigration Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative?

April 26, 2017Affidavit Alien form I-130 I-864 Immigration petition relative support

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Why is Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, required in support of the immigration Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative?

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An affidavit of support is a guarantee to the U.S. government that a Green Card applicant will not become a public charge. The affidavit could be offered by the Green Card sponsor or someone who could provide financial assistance to the applicant in the event that such help would be necessary.