I-134 query

[poojac]

I am travelling with my mother and sponsoring the trip.
Her interview is on different date than mine.

Do I need to fill I-134 for her. Or it this form only for people who are in US
and inviting their relatives from India?

[poojac]

Also, it my Original Birth Certificate required in case I am sponsoring the trip.

I have read it in many posts that original birth certificate of the Sponsor is
required. Is it required only for people who are in US and inviting relatives from India?

[sonujan]

Are you in India and travelling to US on a Visitor visa?

[poojac]

Yes, I am in india and travelling with my mother on Visitor Visa.


As my mother would be appearing for interview alone, I need to
get it clarified, what all documents will she need to show that
I am sponsoring the trip for her.

[poojac]

Can anyone please reply to my post.

[poojac]

Please reply to my post. Do I need original birth certificate, and I-134 form.
Or is it required only for people in US inviting their parents/relatives from India.

I am accompanying my mother (Tourist Visa) and sponsoring for the Trip.

[ishiny]

I don't think it matters wether the sponsorer is India or US - i guess the issue is proof of relationship b/w sponserer & applicant. Please do take the original birth certificate since its listed as one of the required documents.

[yuvayuva]

I am not sure whether you need to giver her a 134 but show enough funds and relationship proof.

[poojac]

My original birth certificate is in language Hindi . My name, my mother
father names all are written in Hindi.

It has a stamp (with Birth/Death written in English). Will that work.

Or do I need to get some kind of Affidavit made for this Birth Proof.

[ishiny]

I think the regional language Birth Certificate should suffice - it is very much a valid document & they have interpretor's if needed.

As for the I-134, i really think you should email VFS or TTS depending on where you got the appointment from & find out directly from them or the counsulate if you need to fill out the form. In my opinion, if you are unsure or unable to get a confirmed answer, just go ahead & fill it out & get it notarized - that form does not contain any extra information than you already should have, so play it safe & have it available in case its asked for.

[poojac]

Thanks a lot Ishiny for your reply !!

[poojac]

I was going through I-134 PDF and found the following:-================================================== =========
If the sponsor is in the United States, the affidavit may be sworn to or affirmed before an immigration officer (see any USCIS District or sub-office) or before a notary public or other official authorized to administer oaths for general purposes. If the sponsor is outside the United States, the affidavit must be sworn to or affirmed before a U.S. consular or immigration officer.
================================================== =========

Queries:-
1) The affidavit must be sworn to or affirmed before a U.S. consular or immigration officer
- Does that mean I should get it notarised from Visa Official at the time when my
mother is giving interview?? I am confused.

2) Secondly, some sections in that form are not applicable to me. For example Point 1 & 2 (ask for US address/details etc). I am also a visitor.

Somehow this form seems to be more applicable for the persons who are in US and
inviting relatives/parents.

What should I do about those sections

And from where should I get it Notarized in India?