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Form I-864EZ: Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA
USCIS Form I-864EZ is an Affidavit of Support used by a sponsor to prove financial ability to support an immigrant relative. The sponsor must notify USCIS of a new address within 10 days of moving.
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USCIS Form I-864EZ - Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA
USCIS Form I-864EZ is an Affidavit of Support used by a sponsor to prove financial ability to support an immigrant relative. The sponsor must notify USCIS of a new address within 10 days of moving.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submitting a stamped or typewritten signature will cause the affidavit to be rejected.
- 2Using Form I-864EZ when the sponsor does not meet all three qualifying statements in Part 1.
- 3Including foreign tax returns without the required statement that a U.S. return was not required.
- 4Failing to attach every Form W‑2 and Form 1099 that relates to the sponsor’s tax returns when photocopies are submitted.
- 5Providing an IRS transcript without a joint tax return when the sponsor filed jointly with a spouse.
Plain English
This form lets a U.S. citizen or permanent‑resident sponsor promise to financially support a family member who is immigrating. It shows the sponsor’s income, household size, and contact details. The sponsor signs it and sends it to USCIS.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Not stated in the official source.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you filed or are filing Form I-129F, Form I-130, Form I-600, or Form I-800 for the relative, the relative is the only person listed on the underlying petition, and your qualifying income is solely from salary or pension shown on IRS Form W-2(s).
- Do not use it when the relative is not the only person immigrating, or when you filed or are filing Form I-140 for the immigrant.
- Check Form I-864 instead when you do not meet all three eligibility criteria.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Relative is not the only person immigrating
Full affidavit required because multiple beneficiaries need combined support
✓ Confirm only one beneficiary
Sponsor filed Form I-140 for the immigrant
I-864EZ is not allowed for employment‑based petitions
✓ Verify petition type
Sponsor lacks qualifying salary/W‑2 income
Full form allows inclusion of other income sources
✓ Review income documentation
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Income qualification
IRS Form W-2(s) · Sponsor's tax documents
Daytime telephone number of immigrant
Printed telephone number · Part of Form I-864EZ Item 7
Military service status
Proof of active duty (e.g., DD Form 214) · Sponsor's military records
Household size calculation
List of persons financially responsible · Part 4 of the form
USCIS Online Account Number (if any)
OAN from Account Access Notice · Account Access Notice
Before you submit
- 1Print or type answers in black ink
- 2Answer all questions fully and accurately
- 3Enter “N/A” for any question that does not apply
- 4Provide all required supporting documents
- 5Select “Yes” for all three qualifying boxes in Part 1
- 6Sign and date each page of the form
- 7Include your USCIS Online Account Number if you have one
- 8Check that the edition date on the form reads 10/17/24
- 9Verify you have a complete copy for your records
- 10Mail the form and evidence to the address listed on the USCIS website
How to file this form
- 1Complete the form using black ink
- 2Gather required evidence (W‑2s, proof of military service, etc.)
- 3Sign and date every page
- 4Make a photocopy for your records
- 5Mail the form and evidence to the USCIS address listed on the website
- 6Obtain a delivery receipt as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1Do not use when the relative is not the only person immigrating based on the underlying petition
- 2Do not use when you have filed or are filing Form I-140 for the immigrant
- 3All three eligibility statements must be true; otherwise the full Form I-864 is required
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
Petitioner Info
3 items
Your current legal name as it appears on your Green Card or U.S. passport.
Your date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).
Your Green Card number (A-Number) if a permanent resident, or USCIS online account number.
Beneficiary Info
3 items
Full legal name of the relative you are petitioning for.
Date of birth of the relative (MM/DD/YYYY).
Alien Registration Number of the beneficiary if previously assigned.
Relationship
1 items
Select the qualifying relationship: spouse, unmarried child under 21, unmarried child over 21, married child, parent, or sibling.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents establishing the qualifying relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.).
Signatures
2 items
Your signature certifying all information is correct under penalty of perjury.
Date you signed the form (MM/DD/YYYY).
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The form shows Edition date 10/17/24 and expires 10/31/2027; the instructions direct users to the USCIS website for the most current filing information.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm it reads 10/17/24
- Expiration date — confirm it reads 10/31/2027
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — Not stated in the official source
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After you file
- 1Print or save a copy of the completed affidavit for your records
- 2Check the USCIS website for any updates on filing address
- 3If USCIS or DOS rejects the affidavit for missing evidence, submit the required documents promptly
Sources
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Form I-864EZ is a shorter version of Form I-864 for eligible cases
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Eligibility requires filing I-129F, I-130, I-600, or I-800 for the relative
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Relative must be the only person listed on Form I-130
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Income must be based entirely on salary or pension shown on IRS Form W-2(s)
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Do not use Form I-864EZ if the relative is not the only person immigrating
- SRCInstructions p.1 — Do not use Form I-864EZ if you filed or are filing Form I-140
- SRCInstructions p.4 — Answer all questions fully; type “N/A” for non‑applicable items
- SRCInstructions p.8 — Submit all evidence requested; failure may cause rejection
- SRCInstructions p.8 — See https://www.uscis.gov/i-864ez for the most current filing information
- SRCForm p.1 — Edition date is 10/17/24 and expires 10/31/2027
Common confusion points
Do I list my spouse in household size if they are not immigrating?
Item 2 of Part 4 asks to add spouse only if not already counted
→ Enter “1” for spouse only when married and spouse not in Item 1
What if I have an OAN but filed the form on paper?
OAN appears on the Account Access Notice for mailed forms
→ Locate OAN on top of the Account Access Notice and enter it
Should I write “N/A” or leave blank for questions that don’t apply?
Instructions say to type or print “N/A” unless otherwise directed
→ Enter “N/A” for non‑applicable items
Can I use other income sources besides salary?
Eligibility requires income based entirely on salary or pension shown on W‑2s
→ Confirm all income shown comes from W‑2s only
Do I need to submit my passport copy?
Instructions only require evidence requested; passport not listed
→ Do not include passport unless specifically requested
Do I need to sign each page?
Instructions say to sign and date each sheet
→ Sign and date every page of the form
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Questions about USCIS Form I-864EZ
What is USCIS Form I-864EZ used for?
This form lets a U.S. citizen or permanent‑resident sponsor promise to financially support a family member who is immigrating. It shows the sponsor’s income, household size, and contact details. The sponsor signs it and sends it to USCIS.
Who must file USCIS Form I-864EZ?
The sponsor – a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who is financially responsible for the immigrant – must file USCIS Form I-864EZ.
What information does USCIS Form I-864EZ require?
The form collects eligibility statements in Part 1, household size in Part 4, the immigrant’s daytime telephone number (Item 7), and income evidence such as W‑2s. It also requires the sponsor’s signature.
How do I complete USCIS Form I-864EZ?
Answer every question fully; type “N/A” for inapplicable items and “None” for zero numeric responses. Attach photocopies of all tax returns, W‑2s, and 1099s, or an IRS transcript if used. Sign the form with a handwritten signature; stamped or typewritten names are not accepted. Submit the completed form to the appropriate USCIS filing address.
What happens if USCIS Form I-864EZ is filed incorrectly?
If the affidavit is not completed properly, USCIS or the Department of State may reject or deny the sponsor’s submission.
Do I list my spouse in household size if they are not immigrating?
Item 2 of Part 4 asks to add spouse only if not already counted Enter “1” for spouse only when married and spouse not in Item 1
What if I have an OAN but filed the form on paper?
OAN appears on the Account Access Notice for mailed forms Locate OAN on top of the Account Access Notice and enter it
Should I write “N/A” or leave blank for questions that don’t apply?
Instructions say to type or print “N/A” unless otherwise directed Enter “N/A” for non‑applicable items
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