Q: My husband is self employed and in 2016. In 2016 was his first income tax. Does he qualifie to be my sponsor? W
I need some advice. i got married with a US citizen and now we are applying for adjust of status. We both are 21 and my husband just has started working. He is self employed and in 2016 she makes 23k, more than the poverty line. In 2016 was his first income tax. Does he qualifie to be my sponsor?
A: You will need a co sponsor. The sponsor must show that he has qualified for three consecutive years or he has assets to make up the difference. If you are filing on your own make sure to read the instructions thoroughly.
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