{"id":2463,"date":"2026-07-28T11:41:47","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T11:41:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/"},"modified":"2026-07-28T11:41:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T11:41:47","slug":"what-is-a-joint-sponsor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Joint Sponsor? Affidavit of Support"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Inhalt durchsuchen<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Umschalten auf<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#What_a_Joint_Sponsor_Is\" >What a Joint Sponsor Is<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#Who_Can_Be_One\" >Who Can Be One<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#The_Income_They_Must_Meet\" >The Income They Must Meet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#The_Responsibility_They_Take_On\" >The Responsibility They Take On<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#When_You_Need_One\" >When You Need One<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#When_to_Work_With_an_Immigration_Attorney\" >Wann sollte man einen Anwalt f\u00fcr Einwanderungsrecht hinzuziehen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >H\u00e4ufig gestellte Fragen<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#What_is_a_joint_sponsor\" >What is a joint sponsor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#Who_can_be_a_joint_sponsor\" >Who can be a joint sponsor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#How_much_income_does_a_joint_sponsor_need\" >How much income does a joint sponsor need?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#Does_a_joint_sponsor_have_to_be_a_family_member\" >Does a joint sponsor have to be a family member?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#What_responsibility_does_a_joint_sponsor_take_on\" >What responsibility does a joint sponsor take on?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#When_do_I_need_a_joint_sponsor\" >When do I need a joint sponsor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#Can_there_be_more_than_one_joint_sponsor\" >Can there be more than one joint sponsor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#How_long_does_a_joint_sponsors_obligation_last\" >How long does a joint sponsor&#8217;s obligation last?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#Bottom_Line\" >Fazit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#Sources\" >Quellen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/what-is-a-joint-sponsor\/#Related_Articles\" >Verwandte Artikel<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>A joint sponsor is a person who accepts legal responsibility to financially support an immigrant alongside the petitioner, usually when the petitioner&#8217;s income is not enough. <strong>A joint sponsor<\/strong> signs a separate Affidavit of Support and must independently meet the income requirement for their own household plus the immigrant. They must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, at least 18, and living in the United States. A joint sponsor is a common solution when the main sponsor&#8217;s income falls short.<\/p>\n<p>This guide explains what a joint sponsor is, who qualifies, and how it works. It connects to our guides on <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/income-to-sponsor-an-immigrant\/\">the income needed to sponsor<\/a> und <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/can-a-friend-be-a-joint-sponsor\/\">whether a friend can be a joint sponsor<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Need a joint sponsor because your income falls short? Atlas Legal can help you set it up correctly. <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/contact\/\">Kontaktieren Sie unser Team<\/a> Um loszulegen.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 id=\"takeaways\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Wichtigste Erkenntnisse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>A joint sponsor helps meet the income requirement when the petitioner cannot.<\/li>\n<li>They sign a separate Affidavit of Support and accept legal responsibility.<\/li>\n<li>They must independently meet the income requirement for their household plus the immigrant.<\/li>\n<li>They must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, at least 18, living in the U.S.<\/li>\n<li>A joint sponsor does not need to be related to the immigrant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"toc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_This_Guide_Covers\"><\/span>Inhalt dieses Leitfadens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#what\">What a joint sponsor is<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#who\">Who can be one<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#income\">The income they must meet<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#responsibility\">The responsibility they take on<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#when\">When you need one<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">H\u00e4ufig gestellte Fragen<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"what\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_a_Joint_Sponsor_Is\"><\/span>What a Joint Sponsor Is<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A joint sponsor is a second person who signs an Affidavit of Support to help an immigrant qualify financially. They step in when the petitioning sponsor&#8217;s income alone is not enough to meet the requirement.<\/p>\n<p>The joint sponsor files their own Form I-864 in addition to the petitioner&#8217;s. Both sponsors are then legally responsible for supporting the immigrant, which is why becoming a joint sponsor is a serious commitment.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"who\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Be_One\"><\/span>Who Can Be One<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A joint sponsor must meet basic eligibility requirements. They must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, at least 18 years old, and domiciled in the United States.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Anforderung<\/th>\n<th>Detail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Status<\/td>\n<td>U.S. citizen or permanent resident<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Age<\/td>\n<td>At least 18 years old<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Residence<\/td>\n<td>Domiciled in the United States<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Income<\/td>\n<td>Meets the requirement for their household plus the immigrant<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Importantly, a joint sponsor does not have to be related to the immigrant or the petitioner. A qualifying friend or other person can serve, as long as they meet the requirements.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"income\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Income_They_Must_Meet\"><\/span>The Income They Must Meet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A joint sponsor must independently meet the income requirement, generally 125% of the poverty guidelines, for their own household size plus the immigrant they are helping to sponsor. Their income is not simply added to the petitioner&#8217;s; it must stand on its own.<\/p>\n<p>This means the joint sponsor needs enough income to cover their own household and the immigrant, as our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/income-to-sponsor-an-immigrant\/\">the income needed to sponsor<\/a> explains.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/joint-sponsor-responsibility.jpg\" alt=\"A joint sponsor takes on a binding legal commitment\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><figcaption>The Affidavit of Support is a binding commitment.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"responsibility\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Responsibility_They_Take_On\"><\/span>The Responsibility They Take On<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Becoming a joint sponsor is a legal commitment, not just a formality. By signing the Affidavit of Support, the joint sponsor promises to financially support the immigrant and can be held responsible if the immigrant receives certain public benefits.<\/p>\n<p>This responsibility generally lasts until the immigrant becomes a citizen, is credited with enough work, leaves permanently, or dies. A joint sponsor should understand this obligation before agreeing.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Considering being, or asking someone to be, a joint sponsor? The commitment is real. <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/contact\/\">Ask Atlas Legal<\/a> to explain it fully.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 id=\"when\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_You_Need_One\"><\/span>When You Need One<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You need a joint sponsor when the petitioner&#8217;s income, plus any usable assets, does not meet the required level for the household. Rather than the case failing on income, a qualifying joint sponsor makes up the difference.<\/p>\n<p>This is a common and accepted solution. Many family cases use a joint sponsor when the petitioner&#8217;s income is modest, allowing the immigrant to meet the financial requirement.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"attorney\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Work_With_an_Immigration_Attorney\"><\/span>Wann sollte man einen Anwalt f\u00fcr Einwanderungsrecht hinzuziehen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Joint sponsor arrangements involve real legal obligations and precise income rules. Legal help is valuable when you need a joint sponsor, when you are unsure whether a potential sponsor qualifies, when household size or income documentation is complicated, or when a sponsor wants to understand the commitment. An attorney can set up the affidavits correctly. Outcomes depend on the facts of each case.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>H\u00e4ufig gestellte Fragen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_joint_sponsor\"><\/span>What is a joint sponsor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A joint sponsor is a person who signs a separate Affidavit of Support to help an immigrant qualify financially, usually when the petitioner&#8217;s income is not enough. They must independently meet the income requirement for their own household plus the immigrant, and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, at least 18, living in the U.S. Both the petitioner and the joint sponsor are legally responsible for support.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_be_a_joint_sponsor\"><\/span>Who can be a joint sponsor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A joint sponsor must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, at least 18 years old, and domiciled in the United States, and must meet the income requirement for their household plus the immigrant. They do not have to be related to the immigrant or the petitioner. A qualifying friend or other person can serve, as long as they meet all the requirements.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_income_does_a_joint_sponsor_need\"><\/span>How much income does a joint sponsor need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A joint sponsor must independently meet the income requirement, generally 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, for their own household size plus the immigrant they are helping to sponsor. Their income is not just added to the petitioner&#8217;s; it must stand on its own and cover their household and the immigrant. The exact figure depends on the current guidelines and the joint sponsor&#8217;s household size.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_joint_sponsor_have_to_be_a_family_member\"><\/span>Does a joint sponsor have to be a family member?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No. A joint sponsor does not have to be related to the immigrant or the petitioner. Any qualifying person, including a friend, can serve as a joint sponsor if they are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, at least 18, domiciled in the U.S., and meet the income requirement. The relationship does not matter; meeting the eligibility and income requirements does.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_responsibility_does_a_joint_sponsor_take_on\"><\/span>What responsibility does a joint sponsor take on?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A joint sponsor signs a legally binding Affidavit of Support, promising to financially support the immigrant, and can be held responsible if the immigrant receives certain public benefits. This obligation generally lasts until the immigrant becomes a citizen, is credited with enough qualifying work, permanently leaves the U.S., or dies. It is a serious commitment that a joint sponsor should fully understand before agreeing.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_do_I_need_a_joint_sponsor\"><\/span>When do I need a joint sponsor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You need one when the petitioner&#8217;s income, plus any usable assets, does not meet the required level for the household. Instead of the case failing on income, a qualifying joint sponsor makes up the difference. This is common when the petitioner&#8217;s income is modest. A joint sponsor allows the immigrant to meet the financial requirement so the case can move forward.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_there_be_more_than_one_joint_sponsor\"><\/span>Can there be more than one joint sponsor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In some situations, more than one joint sponsor can be used, for example when different immigrants in the same case need different sponsors, but each joint sponsor must independently meet the requirement for the person they sponsor. You generally cannot combine two joint sponsors&#8217; incomes for one immigrant. The rules on multiple sponsors are specific, so confirm how they apply to your case.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_a_joint_sponsors_obligation_last\"><\/span>How long does a joint sponsor&#8217;s obligation last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The obligation generally continues until the immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen, is credited with about ten years of qualifying work, permanently leaves the United States, or dies. Divorce between the petitioner and the immigrant does not end the Affidavit of Support obligation. Because the commitment can last many years, a joint sponsor should understand its duration before signing.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_Line\"><\/span>Fazit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A joint sponsor helps an immigrant meet the financial requirement when the petitioner&#8217;s income falls short. They sign a separate Affidavit of Support, must independently meet the income requirement for their household plus the immigrant, and must be a qualifying U.S. citizen or permanent resident. They need not be related, but the commitment is a real legal obligation. Each case depends on its own facts.<\/p>\n<p>If you need a joint sponsor, Atlas Legal Immigration Law can help you set it up. Reach us at <strong>1750 E Golf Rd, B\u00fcro 214, Schaumburg, IL 60173<\/strong>, anrufen <strong>(+1) 872 382 2762<\/strong>, oder per E-Mail <strong>info@theatlaslegal.com<\/strong>. Erfahren Sie mehr auf unserer <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/dienstleistungen\/\">services page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><em>Reviewed by the Atlas Legal Immigration Law editorial team. Last reviewed on July 28, 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sources\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources\"><\/span>Quellen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>US-Einwanderungs- und Staatsb\u00fcrgerschaftsbeh\u00f6rde, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-864\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Formular I-864, Verpflichtungserkl\u00e4rung<\/a><\/li>\n<li>US-Einwanderungs- und Staatsb\u00fcrgerschaftsbeh\u00f6rde, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-864p\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Form I-864P, Poverty Guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n<li>US-Au\u00dfenministerium, <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/us-visas\/immigrate\/the-immigrant-visa-process\/step-1-submit-a-petition\/step-5-collect-financial-evidence-and-other-supporting-documents.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Affidavit of Support<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Dieser Artikel dient ausschlie\u00dflich allgemeinen Informationszwecken und stellt keine Rechtsberatung dar. Einwanderungsgesetze, beh\u00f6rdliche Geb\u00fchren, Richtlinien und Bearbeitungszeiten k\u00f6nnen sich \u00e4ndern. Das Lesen dieses Artikels oder die Kontaktaufnahme mit Atlas Legal begr\u00fcndet f\u00fcr sich genommen noch kein Mandatsverh\u00e4ltnis. Der Ausgang einer Einwanderungsangelegenheit h\u00e4ngt von den jeweiligen individuellen Fakten und Umst\u00e4nden ab.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"related\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Articles\"><\/span>Verwandte Artikel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/can-a-friend-be-a-joint-sponsor\/\">Can a Friend Be a Joint Sponsor?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/income-to-sponsor-an-immigrant\/\">How Much Income Do I Need to Sponsor an Immigrant?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/form-i-864-joint-sponsor-requirements\/\">Formular I-864 \u2013 Anforderungen an den Mitb\u00fcrgen<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/de\/if-my-immigration-sponsor-dies\/\">What Happens If My Immigration Sponsor Dies?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A joint sponsor signs a separate Affidavit of Support to help an immigrant qualify financially. 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