“affidavit of support”

This page presents an official legal definition of “affidavit of support” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: United States United States

An affidavit of support is a legally enforceable contract, and the sponsor’s responsibility usually lasts until the alien they sponsored either becomes a U.S. citizen, or is credited with 40 quarters of work (usually 10 years).

Source: USCIS Glossary (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services)