What is an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864), and…

In part two of “What is an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864), and Do I Need One?”, the use of assets and joint sponsors, factors the government considers in the public charge analysis, and more, will be discussed in case the income requirements cannot be met. For part one of this article, please click on the following link: https://uscg.attorneyngo.com/blog/what-is-an-affidavit-of-support-form-i-864-and-do-i-need-one-part-1-of-2-2/.
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In 2018, the U.S. Department of State amended the “Public Charge” sections of its Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM), making it more difficult for foreigners, including Vietnamese citizens, to overcome the public charge ground of inadmissibility and obtain U.S. Visas. Because the public charge ground of inadmissibility applies to almost all visa types, this new change could result in many more visa denials. If you are applying for a U.S. visa or have been denied for a U.S. visa under the public charge ground of inadmissibility (INA 221(g) or INA 212(a)(4)), please continue reading.