Summary
You can sponsor your mother-in-law for a visitor visa while your H-1B extension is in progress. Provide a letter of invitation, proof of financial capability, and demonstrate her intent to return to India. Required documents include a copy of your H-1B approval notice, passport, visa, and proof of residence. Property in her husbands name is acceptable for showing ties to India. Affidavits from family members can also help. For financial proof, include both pay stubs and bank statements, even if the balance is low.Full Conversation
What all supporting documents are needed when h1b extension is in progress and sponsoring a visitor
To sponsor a visitor while your H-1B extension is in progress, you will generally need the following supporting documents:
- Letter of invitation
- Proof of financial capability (bank statements, pay stubs)
- Copy of your H-1B approval notice (I-*)
- Copy of your passport and visa
- Proof of residence in the US (lease agreement or utility bills)
- Your mother-in-law's ties to her home country (property deeds, family ties)
Do you have any additional questions or need further clarification?
Copy of the current h1b approval, correct?
Yes, that is correct. You will need to provide a copy of your current H-1B approval notice (Form I-*) as part of the supporting documents for sponsoring your mother-in-law's visitor visa.
Would you like any further details or have any other questions?
If mother in law doesn't have the property in her name but her husband. Will that be acceptable?? What more can be provided for family ties?
Yes, property in the husband's name can be acceptable. Additional documents to demonstrate family ties include:
- Marriage certificate.
- Birth certificates of children.
- Employment verification.
- Affidavits from family members.
Which country is your mother-in-law applying from? This can help provide more specific guidance.
Affidavits from family members? What does it mean?
An affidavit from family members is a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, used as evidence to show family ties and intent to return to the home country. It should be signed by a family member and notarized.
Could you please provide the country from which your mother-in-law is applying?
India
Thank you for providing the information. Here are additional details for affidavits from family members:
- The affidavit should include the family member's details and their relationship to your mother-in-law.
- It should state their knowledge of her intent to return to India.
- It must be signed and notarized.
Is there anything else you'd like to know?
When sponsoring someone on a visitor visa who has a low bank balance under 5k. Should I rather only show the paystub and not furnish a bank statement?
To provide the best guidance, could you please specify your location or the country where you are applying for the visitor visa? Different countries may have varying requirements.
I’m on h1b and sponsoring my MIL who will traveling from India
To provide better guidance, could you please specify the country where you are applying for the visitor visa?
USA
When sponsoring someone on a visitor visa (B-*) to the USA, it's generally advisable to provide both pay stubs and a bank statement to demonstrate financial stability. Even if the bank balance is low, showing regular income through pay stubs can be beneficial.
Would you like more details on the required documents for sponsoring a visitor visa?
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