Joint Sponsor

A person who accepts legal responsibility for supporting an immigrant with an I-864 Affidavit of Support along with the sponsor. The joint sponsor must be at least 18 years of age, a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and have a domicile in the United States. The joint sponsor and his/her household must meet the 125 percent income requirement for the immigrant that he/she sponsors.

If the petitioner's income, combined with the petitioner's and applicant's assets, do not meet the 125% income requirement (see poverty guidelines), then a joint sponsor must also support the petition. This individual must complete and submit an I-864. This sponsor must meet the 125% income requirement INDEPENDENTLY of the original petitioner, and becomes legally responsible for the immigrant's support as well.