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What is an Affidavit of Support?
When to use an Affidavit of Support:
- You're planning to financially support an immigrant.
- You're immigrating to the US and know a citizen who will help support you.
Sample Affidavit of Support
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Affidavit of Support
I , residing at , , , certify under penalty of perjury that I was born on at and as follows:
This affidavit is executed on behalf of the following person:
| Name: | Marital Status: |
Citizen of:
Relationship to Sponsor:
Current Address:
| City: | State: |
Country:
Name of spouse and children accompanying or following to join person:
I am willing and able to provide financial support for the person on whose behalf this affidavit is executed. This affidavit is made by me for the purpose of assuring the Government that the person(s) named above will not become a public charge in .
Oath or Affirmation of Sponsor:
I certify under penalty of perjury under law that I know the contents of this affidavit signed by me and that the statements are true and correct.
| ___________________________________ | _____________________________ |
| Date |
Affidavit of Support FAQs
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How can I make an Affidavit of Support Form online for free?
It is very simple to get what you need using a free Affidavit of Support template from Rocket Lawyer:
- Make the document - Answer a few basic questions and we will do the rest
- Send and share it - Discuss it with an attorney, if desired
- Sign it - Sign your Affidavit and make it legal
Any Affidavit of Support Form from Rocket Lawyer can be modified for your unique scenario. To begin, tap or click on "Make document". Your Affidavit will be built piece by piece as you enter details.
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Do I need to hire a lawyer to review my Affidavit of Support?
Making an Affidavit of Support is generally simple to do; however, you could have questions. It may vary depending on whom you ask, but quite often some lawyers may not even agree to review documents that they didn't author. A better approach worth consideration is to request help from Rocket Lawyer network of attorneys. As a Premium member, you will be able to ask for a document review from an experienced lawyer or pose other questions related to your Affidavit. Rocket Lawyer is here to help.
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How much would I usually pay for a lawyer to help me make an Affidavit of Support?
The fees associated with hiring a traditional legal provider to make an Affidavit of Support could total between two hundred and one thousand dollars, depending on where you are located and how complicated it may be. Different from other Affidavit template providers that you might come across, Rocket Lawyer provides members up to a 40% discount when hiring a lawyer, so an attorney from our network can act on your behalf if you ever need help.
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Would I have to take additional actions after drafting an Affidavit of Support?
Once you've made this Affidavit using Rocket Lawyer, you can open it anytime and anywhere. As a Rocket Lawyer member, you may make edits, download it in PDF format or as a Word document, and/or sign it. Attached to each Affidavit of Support Form, there also will be a set of proposed steps you should take once your document is finished.
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Does an Affidavit of Support Form need to be notarized or witnessed?
Yes, an Affidavit of Support Form needs the signature of a notary. Witnesses are not legally required.
