Q: Can we withdraw from being somebody's sponsors when i-134 was already approved and the family is in US already? U4U
We sponsored a family from Ukraine and let them stay with us for several months. They moved out a few months ago. Now they are accusing us of throwing away some of their important paperwork which supposedly came to our house by mail about a month's ago. We haven't been in contact with a family for a couple months now nor received any paperwork. Is it possible to withdraw i-134 if the family is already here.
A:
If you signed an Affidavit of Support (Form I-134) to sponsor a family member from Ukraine, you are legally responsible for providing financial support to that person if they are unable to support themselves. However, if you no longer wish to continue sponsoring the family member and providing financial support, it is possible to withdraw your sponsorship.
To do so, you would need to file a request with USCIS to withdraw the Affidavit of Support. This may require providing evidence of changed circumstances or other relevant information. Keep in mind that withdrawing your sponsorship may have significant consequences for the family member, and it is important to discuss your situation with an experienced immigration attorney before taking any action.
If the family member is already in the United States, they may be able to seek support from other sources, such as a new sponsor or government benefits. However, it is important to ensure that the family member has adequate financial resources before withdrawing your sponsorship.
Regarding the missing paperwork, it may be helpful to communicate with the family member to try to determine the status of the documents and whether they were received at your address. If you are unable to locate the documents, the family member may need to contact the issuing agency or organization to request replacements.
Overall, withdrawing an Affidavit of Support can be a complex process, and it is important to seek the advice of an experienced immigration attorney before taking any action.
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