Category Archives: Poverty Guidelines

The Public Charge Net Widens on September 18, 2026

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Mike Baker

By Michael D. Baker On September 18, 2026, the government widens the public charge test for green cards. USCIS will weigh nearly any government benefit an applicant uses, not just cash welfare. The USCIS policy alert that spells this out … Continue reading →

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I-864P, Poverty Guidelines

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Mike Baker

This form is used to determine the minimum income requirement needed to complete Form I-864, Affidavit of Support under Section 213A of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This form does not need to be filed. It is used only for … Continue reading →

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Submitting an Affidavit of Support-USCIS form I-864

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Mike Baker

What is an Affidavit of Support? An affidavit of support is a document an individual signs to accept financial responsibility for another person, usually a relative, who is coming to the United States to live permanently. The person who signs … Continue reading →

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