POMS Reference

SI 01310: Deeming, General

TN 6 (04-99)

A. Definition

An affidavit of support is a statement of a sponsor's income, resources, and willingness to support. Form i-134 (or a similar form) is filed with the immigration and naturalization service by a u.s. Resident who sponsors an alien seeking admission to the u.s. As a permanent resident.

B. Reference

Definition of sponsor, SI 01310.155