An Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) is generally required to be submitted with most family-based immigration applications. It is a way to show that an intending immigrant has adequate means of financial support and that he or she is unlikely to become a public charge.

Public charge is one of the reasons that a foreign national’s application for a visa, green card, or admission into the United States may be denied. This article answers some commonly asked questions about public charge.

Family-based immigration is one of the common ways to immigrate to the United States. This article provides an overview of family-based immigration, answers some frequently asked questions about family-based immigration, and discusses a few things to know about being a permanent resident.