Q: When applying for adjustment of status for my wife and stepdaughter Does My stepdaughter need her own affidavit of suppo
When applying for adjustment of status for my wife and stepdaughter does My stepdaughter need her own affidavit of support, she is only 15 and came here on her mother's k-1 visa
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When applying for adjustment of status for both your wife and stepdaughter, your stepdaughter will need her own separate Form I-864, Affidavit of Support. Even though she is only 15 and came on a K-1 visa with her mother, the affidavit is required for each beneficiary, regardless of age. This is because the government wants to ensure that every individual seeking a green card will have sufficient financial support.
You, as the petitioner, will need to demonstrate that you can financially support both your wife and stepdaughter. If your income meets the required guidelines, one affidavit should be sufficient to support both of them, but each still needs their own form filed.
Make sure to gather all the necessary financial documents, such as tax returns and pay stubs, as proof of your income. If needed, a joint sponsor can be added to meet the income requirements. This process helps protect against the likelihood of either applicant becoming dependent on public benefits.
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