What is Form I-864?

Form I-864, Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA, is the application for financial sponsorship. For many applicants who file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, Form I-864 is required to prove the ability to support an intending immigrant financially. Form I-864 is a contract between the person who files the form (the sponsor) and the United States Government. Anyone who fills, signs, and submits the state on behalf of an intending immigrant becomes a sponsor and is held to this contract.

Form I-864A, Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member, is a form that can be used together with Form I-864 if the income of a household member is being added to support the intending immigrant.

When to file Form I-864:

If Form I-864 is required, it must be submitted at the same time as Form I-485.

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This form is filed along with Form I-485 for many applicants. Form I-485 applications for whom this is a requirement it is required to form the Form I-864 concurrently, or USCIS will reject their application. 

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What is Form I-765?

Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, is used to request employment authorization in the United States. While this form can be used by various groups of people in the U.S., such as eligible international students, the information in this article will focus specifically on individuals who are filing for employment authorization with a pending adjustment of status. 

When to file Form I-765:

Form I-765 can be filed at the same time as Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. If filed at a different time than Form I-485, it can be submitted to USCIS later if a copy of the I-485 receipt notice is included.

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For advanced parole through a pending adjustment of status, this form cannot be filed before filing Form I-485. As mentioned above, it can be filed either at the same time as or following the filing of Form I-485. 

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What is Form I-821D?

I-821D, Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, is the form used by individuals with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status. Established in 2012, DACA allows certain children who arrived in the United States as children and now meet other requirements to be eligible. DACA’s temporary relief from deportation allows eligible recipients to remain in the United States and obtain work authorization. 

It is important to note that currently, USCIS does not accept new, initial applications of the I-821D, and only individuals filing to renew their status as DACA recipients are eligible to apply. 

When to file Form I-821D:

Renewal of DACA status can be filed as early as 150 days before the expiration of their current status. USCIS instructions state, "USCIS encourages Renewal requestors to file as early in the 150 days as possible - ideally, at least 120 days before the DACA expiration date.”

If DACA status has expired, a renewal can be filed within a year of expiration. However, if an applicant’s status expires by more than a year without a renewal being filed, they will no longer be eligible to file a renewal and will be considered a new applicant. Due to the current government pause on initial DACA applications, they would be ineligible to file at this time. 

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USCIS requires Form I-765 and I-765WS to be filed together with Form I-821D. Form I-765WS is an additional worksheet required to be filed along with the I-821D and I-765 for DACA recipients. Failure to include those forms along with the application will result in rejection by USCIS. 

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What is Form I-131?

Form I-131, Application for Travel Document, is the travel authorization form used by green card holders, applicants for adjustment of status, and refugees. Form I-131 can be used to apply for a re-entry permit, refugee travel document, or advance parole travel document.

What are the documents that can be applied for using Form I-131?

1. Re-entry Permit- Enables a lawful permanent resident or conditional permanent resident (Green Card Holders qualify for both of these categories) to apply to be admitted into the United States after returning from extended travel abroad, without the need to obtain a returning resident visa from a U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulate.
2. Refugee Travel Document- Can be allotted to an individual in valid refugee or asylee status or to a lawful permanent resident who obtained refugee or asylee status in the United States.

Notes: Individuals with asylee or refugee status that are not lawful permanent residents must have a Refugee Travel Document to return to the United States after traveling abroad unless they possess an Advance Parole Document. You should apply for a Refugee Travel Document before leaving the United States.

3. Advance Parole- This allows you to physically enter the United States for a specific purpose without applying for a visa.

• This document can authorize you to appear at a port of entry to seek parole in the United States. However, someone who has been “paroled” has not been permanently admitted to the United States and remains an “applicant for admission” even while paroled.
• Although the document may be accepted by a transportation company instead of a visa as permission to travel to the United States, an Advance Parole Document cannot replace a required passport. Most Advance Parole Documents are issued for multiple entries; however, some are issued for single entries.

When to file Form I-131:

The timing for filing Form I-131 will vary depending on the purpose of the travel. It is important to note that this form must be filed for all applications before traveling outside the US. 

In most cases, the ability to travel is only authorized once Form I-131 has been approved.

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Often, Form I-131 is filed along with or in connection to other immigration forms. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications, asylum applications, or applications to adjust status to permanent residence are the most common. 

Lawful permanent residents or conditional permanent residents applying for re-entry permits are not required to file any additional forms along with their application. 

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What are Forms I-130 and I-130A?

Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, is the form used by a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident to petition for their relative who wants to immigrate to the United States. This form is the first step in a two-part immigration process for individuals looking to bring relatives into the United States. Unlike many immigration forms which are filed by an intending immigrant, this form is completed by the U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident for their relative themselves. 

Form I-130A is an associated form that collects more required information if a spouse is petitioning the intending immigrant. 

Since this Form(s) is just part of a more extensive process, submission and approval of this form alone does not confer any status, work authorization, or permanent residence in the United States. Instead, the Form’s approval confirms that you have a qualifying familial relationship that your relative can use to apply for permanent residence. 

When to file Form I-130:

Regardless of whether the intending immigrant is inside or outside of the United States, the first step in beginning their journey to permanent residence is to have their family member file Form I-130. 

After your I-130 is received, it will be reviewed. USCIS prioritizes the review of petitions from Immediate Relatives. USCIS does not limit the number of immigrant visas (green cards) granted annually to immediate relatives. Because of this, the processing time is faster for Immediate Relatives than other relatives. Congress permits a limited number of Family Preference visas per year. Therefore, people in this category often wait longer for a visa number to become available. Priority depends on when the I-130 was submitted. The wait time can range from 6 months to 6 or more years.

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Filing for a relative living inside the United States: If the relative is considered an immediate relative of a U.S. Citizen (spouses of citizens, unmarried children (under age 21) of citizens, and parents of citizens 21 years of age or older), they may be eligible to file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, at the same time as the Form I-130.

Filing for a relative living outside the United States: If the intending immigrant lives outside the US, they will file just Form I-130. Then, following the I-130 Approval, Form DS-260 will be filed with the National Visa Center.

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What is Form I-129F?

I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e), is the form used for a US Citizen to bring their non-citizen fiance to the United States to get married and then apply for permanent residence. Filing Form I-129F is the first step in the process of getting the K Visa (Fiancé(e) Visa). A K-1 Visa is issued to the foreign fiancé(e) of a U.S. Citizen that allows them to enter the United States temporarily. Upon arriving in the United States, the couple has 90 days to marry. To be eligible for this type of Visa, the couple must meet two primary requirements:

1. Have met each other at least once in person within the last two-year period (exemptions are available)
2. Both must be legally free to marry in the United States. 

When to file Form I-129F:

Filing Form I-129F is the first step toward receiving a Fiancé(e) Visa. This form can be filed as soon as a couple meeting the above requirements is ready to pursue a K visa. Overall timelines for the entire Fiancé(e) visa can take 1-2 years, depending on the timelines of the embassy or consulate where the application is processed.

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Generally, this form is filed separately from other forms and doesn’t require any other forms to be filed simultaneously. However, there are connected forms filed following the approval of the I-129F. Below is a brief overview of that process:

Step 1: Petitioner files Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)

The petitioner, usually the U.S. Citizen Partner, must file Form I-129F, Petition for an Alien Fiancé(e), with USCIS. The filing fee for this form is currently $675. Find the PDF version of this form and the filing instructions here.

Step 2: Receive Notice of Action (I-797C) 

After a few weeks, applicants usually receive Form I-797C, Notice of Action, from USCIS. This indicates that the application has passed basic checks and is awaiting adjudication. During this adjudication, the petition will either be approved or denied. It usually takes anywhere between 8-10 months for a petition to be approved. 

Step 3: Approval and Jurisdiction Transfer to National Visa Center 

Once USCIS has approved the petition, they transfer jurisdiction of the case to the National Visa Center (NVC), a segment of the U.S. Department of State. Here the NVC will issue the applicants a case number. This case number is very important, so be sure to keep it in a safe place!

Once NVC assigns the application a case number,  it will forward the I-129F packet (application) to the embassy of the home country of the foreign fiancé(e). 

Step 4: Filing for a K-1 Visa (Form DS-160) 

After the application has been forwarded to the embassy closest to where the foreign fiancé(e) lives, the applicant is then able to fill out Form DS-160 to apply for their K-1 Visa and pay their DS-160 Filing Fees. Form DS-160 is filled out and submitted online. To access the form, click here. For answers to frequently asked questions about Form DS-160, check out this helpful link!  

Be sure to keep the following information for your records

1. The USCIS receipt number. It is also known as a case number.
2. Principal Applicant
3. Petitioner 
4. Interview location 

Step 5: Schedule and Have an Interview 

Once the status of the case is “Ready,” the applicant can reach out to their local U.S. embassy and schedule their K-1 Visa Interview. However, Form DS-160 must be submitted, the medical examination must have taken place, and the application fees must be paid before the interview can take place. The applicant should ensure they bring all required documents to the interview to avoid delays or complications. This includes the receipt number from their application payment and the printed confirmation information for their completed DS-160 application. 

Step 6: Visa Granted, Enters USA

If their visa is granted, the foreign fiancé(e) will get a visa stamp in their passport, which can then be used to enter the United States within 4 months of its issuance. Remember that this is a temporary Visa, so be sure to enter the U.S. before it expires. 

Step 7: Get Married Within 90 Days of Entry 

After entry into the United States, applicants have 90 days to get married. This is because the Fiancé(e) status automatically expires 90 days after admission and cannot be extended. The applicant must leave the United States at the end of the 90 days if they are not yet married. 

Call-out: When marriage does not happen within 90 days, AND the fiancé(e) does not depart, they will violate U.S. immigration law. This could affect their future eligibility for U.S. immigration benefits and may result in removal r(deportation).

Step 8: Apply for Adjustment of Status to Gain Permanent Residency

After marriage, the next step is for the couple to file for a green card (Form I-485, Adjustment of Status). If the foreign partner intends to work in the U.S. or travel outside the country while their application is being processed, they must also file for a Work and Travel Permit (Forms I-765 and I-131, respectively) and From I-864, Affidavit of Support. Filing these forms concurrently with Form I-485 results in waiving their fees.  

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What is Form I-90?

Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card (Green Card), is used to renew or replace Permanent Resident Cards. The Green Card is evidence of a person’s status as a Lawful Permanent Resident, and although an expired green card doesn’t always mean an individual’s status as a green card holder expires, the renewal of the Green Card is vital as evidence of that status for things such as work and travel. The Form I-90 is commonly used if a 10-year green card is expired or about to expire or if any green card needs to be replaced due to being lost, stolen, damaged, destroyed, etc.

Green Card Renewal:

The process to renew a green card via Form I-90 can begin six months before a green card expires. Renewing a green card is straightforward, allowing you to continue living and working in the United States without interruption. Individuals with 10-year green cards use this form use this application, and people with 2-year conditional green cards should not use it. 

Green Card Replacement:

Whether a 2-year or 10-year green card is held, Form I-90 is used anytime a replacement card is needed due to a card being lost, stolen, a name change occurring, incorrect information on a green card, etc. 

When to file Form I-90:

The timeline for filing Form I-90 will depend on the reason for filing. 

For renewals of the green card, the application can be filed up to 6 months before the Green Card expiration. 

For replacements of the green card, which can happen for various reasons, the application can be filed whenever a replacement is required.

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Generally, this form is filed separately from other forms and doesn’t require any other forms to be filed simultaneously.

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The main goal of this article is to give you information about the risks and consequences of working in the United States without proper authorization. We will also explain some potential options for people in the United States working without authorization. 

Working in the United States without proper authorization is generally not allowed, and people who are working without authorization or overstaying their visas may face serious consequences. However, some family members of US citizens seeking a green card through marriage may have certain exceptions or options. Please note that this article is not a substitute for legal advice. There are possible repercussions if you work in the United States without proper authorization. It is a good idea to talk to an immigration attorney or other qualified immigration professional to learn more about your options and the risks and consequences of your situation. 

Authorization within the Context of USCIS Immigration 

If you are planning to work in the United States, it’s essential to understand the concept of work authorization. Work authorization refers to the legal permit required for foreign nationals or non-citizens to work in the United States. Different types of visas offer different levels of employment authorization, so it’s essential to understand what kind of work you are allowed to do based on your visa type. 

Authorized work is any work done with current, valid work authorization. Unauthorized work is any work done when someone does not have current, valid work authorization or work outside the scope of their work authorization. The US government grants work authorization through various visa programs, such as the H-1B program for skilled workers and the E-2 program for investors. If you are interested in working in the United States, it may be worth exploring these options to see if you are eligible. 

For example, an F-1 visa and a J-1 visa are two types of visas that allow foreign nationals to come to the United States temporarily. They have different purposes and restrictions, though. 

Take the time to learn about your specific work authorization and its privileges and restrictions.

Accepting Unlawful Employment while in the US

Accepting unlawful employment violates US immigration laws and can have severe consequences, including being barred from applying for a green card or permanent resident status. If someone is considering accepting unlawful employment in the United States, they can consult with an immigration attorney or other qualified immigration professional. They can help you understand the potential risks and consequences of this action and advise you on any possible options that may be available to you.

There are certain situations where USCIS may grant forgiveness for unauthorized employment. For example, the Violence Against Against Women Act (VAWA) protects specific individuals who have experienced abuse or violence at the hands of a US citizen, permanent resident spouse, or parent. Additionally, certain military service members and their families may be eligible for forgiveness for unauthorized employment.

If you are in the United States on a visa and have overstayed your visa, or if you have worked without authorization, you may be able to adjust your status to a lawful permanent resident (also known as getting a green card). However, this is not the case for all immigrants, as the eligibility to be forgiven for unauthorized work only applies to immediate family members of US citizens seeking a green card through marriage.

View the screenshot below for more information about these exceptions to the adjustment bars. Please click here to read more on the USCIS website.

Working Without Authorization

It is not legal to work in the United States without proper authorization. If you are in the United States on a nonimmigrant visa, such as a tourist visa, you are not allowed to work while you are in the country. If you are found to be working without authorization, you could face serious consequences, including deportation.

It is also important to note that specific programs may allow you to work in the United States legally, such as the H-1B visa program for skilled workers and the E-2 visa program for investors. If you are interested in working in the United States, it may be worth exploring these options to see if you are eligible.

If you are considering applying for a green card and have worked without authorization, keep in mind that failing to disclose this information or providing false information on your application can have severe consequences and may result in USCIS denying your application or your deportation.

It is also important to note that falsely claiming US citizenship or permanent residency to work is a severe violation of immigration laws and can have serious consequences. Suppose you have used false documents or made false claims to work. In that case, it is strongly advised that you consult with an immigration attorney or other qualified immigration professional as soon as possible. They can help you understand the potential risks and consequences of these actions and advise you on any potential options available.

Overall, it is vital to understand the legal requirements for employment in the United States and to follow the proper procedures to ensure that you can work legally. As previously discussed, some of these requirements can be visa-specific, meaning that you should ensure that you are familiar with the roles of your specific visa type. 

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Published April 3, 2023

As of March 31, 2023, USCIS has updated its guidance on selecting gender markers on its forms and documents. Previously, individuals were required to indicate their gender based on their legal documents, but effective immediately, USCIS will allow individuals requesting immigration benefits to self-identify their gender marker. The selected gender will not be required to match the gender marker from their supporting documentation, and no additional documentation will be required. However, this does not apply to Form N-565, Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document.

USCIS has indicated that currently, the only gender markers available are “Male” and “Female,” but The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is actively working on adding an “X” marker “for another or unspecified gender identity.” Once that has been updated, USCIS will update its forms.

¿Cuál es el propósito de una carta de verificación de empleo?

Al pasar por el proceso de inmigración, es crucial demostrar a USCIS que el patrocinador, y cuando sea aplicable, el co-patrocinador (joint sponsor), cumplen con los requisitos financieros necesarios de acuerdo al número de personas que hay en su hogar. Además, el USCIS querrá ver una prueba de su situación laboral actual. Estas dos cosas se pueden probar a través de una carta de verificación de empleo (EVL). La carta de verificación de empleo proporciona pruebas tanto del empleo como de los ingresos actuales. 

_{Tenga en cuenta que una carta de verificación de empleo es diferente de una carta de oferta. Una carta de oferta demuestra que se ofreció un empleo y una carta de verificación de empleo demuestra que el empleo está en curso.}

La carta de verificación de empleo es necesaria al igual que las declaraciones de impuestos, los recibos de pago y otros documentos financieros. Su objetivo es reforzar el caso apoyando la afirmación del patrocinador de que es capaz de proporcionar un apoyo financiero adecuado al aplicante.

¿Quién necesita una carta de verificación de empleo?

El patrocinador y, en su caso, cualquier co-patrocinador en una aplicación de green card tendrá que proporcionar una carta de verificación de empleo. La carta será requerida como evidencia para el Formulario I-864.

Crear una carta de verificación de empleo:

¿Quién debe emitir una carta de verificación de empleo?

La carta de verificación de empleo debe ser emitida por el departamento de recursos humanos de la empresa o por el supervisor directo del patrocinador.

¿En qué tipo de papel debe estar la carta?

La carta debe llevar el membrete oficial de la empresa. 

¿Qué información debe incluirse?

• La fecha en que el empleador escribe la carta. Lo ideal es que sea dentro de los 2-3 meses siguientes a la presentación de la aplicación.
• El nombre, la dirección de la empresa y el cargo de la persona que emite la carta.
• El cargo del empleado en la empresa.
• La fecha en que el empleado empezó a trabajar en la empresa.
• Una descripción de las responsabilidades del empleado.
• El salario anual (preferible) o el salario semanal y el promedio de horas semanales del empleado.
• La situación actual del empleado (medio tiempo/tiempo completo o promedio de horas trabajadas por semana).
• En la medida de lo posible, una declaración sobre el potencial de empleo en el futuro (es decir, una declaración en la que se diga que la empresa prevé que el empleado trabajará allí durante mucho tiempo).
• Firma del redactor (representante de Recursos Humanos o supervisor directo).

Ejemplo de carta de verificación de empleo:

Ejemplo de carta de verificación de empleo: 

Si necesita ayuda para empezar, haga clic aquí para descargar una copia de nuestra plantilla de carta de verificación de empleo. 

Preguntas frecuentes: 

¿Qué pasa si soy empleado independiente?

Al realizar el proceso con SimpleCitizen, el sistema le permitirá seleccionar que es un trabajador independiente. A continuación, le hará una serie de preguntas sobre sus ingresos, la descripción de su trabajo y las fechas en las que ha trabajado como empleado independiente. Las respuestas a estas preguntas sustituirán la necesidad de una carta de verificación de empleo por una lista de nuevos documentos requeridos. 

¿Qué pasa si tengo más de un trabajo?

Si tiene más de un empleo, tendrá que incluir una carta de verificación de empleo para cada uno de los empleos que tiene actualmente. A continuación, sumará los valores de los ingresos combinados en todos los formularios como ingresos anuales totales en el cuestionario.

Acabo de empezar a trabajar, ¿necesito una carta de verificación de empleo? 

Si acaba de empezar su trabajo, añadir la carta de oferta original así como una verificación de empleo sería la mejor manera de ilustrar su empleo actual al USCIS. Es menos probable que USCIS acepte la documentación de un patrocinador como suficiente si comenzó el trabajo recientemente. Añadir una carta de verificación de empleo con una declaración sobre el potencial de empleo en el futuro (es decir, una declaración que diga que la empresa prevé que usted trabaje allí durante un tiempo prolongado) puede ayudar a mejorar sus probabilidades. 

Tengo una carta de verificación de empleo de hace 5 meses. ¿Puedo presentarla junto con esa?

Dado que el objetivo general de la carta de verificación de empleo es demostrar que está empleado actualmente, debe asegurarse de que la carta sea lo más actual posible. Como recomendación, la carta debe tener una fecha que no exceda los 2 a 3 meses antes de la fecha de presentación de su aplicación.

¿Y si me pagan por hora? 

Si le pagan por hora, deberá pedir al autor de la carta que añada su salario por hora y un promedio de horas trabajadas a la semana. Si su empleador no incluye un estimado de sus ingresos anuales en la carta, una recomendación sería subir también una carta de conversión firmada que muestre los cálculos utilizados para calcular sus ingresos anuales. 

Cómo calcular los ingresos anuales:

Esquema de la carta de conversión: 

“Date

Dear USCIS officer, as shown on the employment verification letter, my hourly pay is _X_ dollars an hour and I work an average of _X_ hours each week. 

[hourly pay] x [avg weekly hours] x [52 weeks/year] = a calculated estimated annual salary of _X_.

Name

Signature”

Ejemplo de carta de conversión: