I-944 and I-864 forms with I-485

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Today's date: October 4, 2020

Hello All,

I need some clarification on the forms to be submitted with I-485 AOS. I am on H1B and my H4 currently.

I am the principal applicant with EB3 PD January 2011. As DF dates are current, I am now applying for I-485 for me and my wife (derivative applicant) who is a stay at home mom and has not worked in the last 5 years.

My question is about I-944 and I-864. Do both of us need to fill out I-944? All the financial information required on I-944 is mine, so how do we fill her I-944 since all our assets are on my name (401(k), 529 plan etc). We share a checking account and her name is on the mortgage. Please advise if we need to fill I-944 for her.

Another questions is about form I-864, Is this form is even needed with I-485? If so, then, Is that only for my wife? I am assuming since she is not working, I have to fill out I-864 (Affidavit of Support) for her as I am the one who is supporting her financially.

Thanks in advance for your help.

PK