Immigration Appraisals for Sponsorship & Visa Cases.
Independent Home Valuations for USCIS & Immigration Law Requirements
Immigration cases often require proof of property ownership or value — especially when sponsoring a family member or demonstrating financial stability. We provide independent, USPAP-compliant home appraisals to support a wide range of immigration filings and sponsorship applications.
Whether you’re an immigration attorney, a sponsoring U.S. citizen, or someone applying for lawful permanent residency, we help you document real estate value clearly and legally.
What Is an Immigration Appraisal?
An immigration appraisal is a real estate valuation used as supporting evidence in immigration law cases, such as:
I-864 Affidavit of Support (financial sponsor forms)
Family-based green card petitions
Investor visa cases (e.g., EB-5, E-2)
Adjustment of status filings
Demonstrating assets instead of income
Our appraisals provide the fair market value of U.S. property owned by a sponsor or applicant, which can be used to help meet income or asset requirements in lieu of wages.
All reports are prepared by a licensed real estate appraiser and formatted to meet USCIS standards and evidentiary expectations.
Q: Why would I need a home appraisal for immigration?
A: If you’re sponsoring someone and your income is below the USCIS threshold, you may need to show you have sufficient net assets. A professional appraisal is the only accepted method for proving real estate equity.
Q: Can I use Zillow or tax records instead?
A: No. USCIS does not accept online estimates or property tax values as reliable evidence. You must provide a formal, third-party appraisal by a licensed appraiser.
Q: What form is this appraisal used for?
A: Most often, the appraisal supports Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support). It helps the sponsoring party meet the required 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines through home equity or asset value.
Q: How current must the appraisal be?
A: Appraisals should typically be dated within 90 days of the filing. We always recommend using the most recent valuation possible.
Q: Do immigration lawyers accept your reports?
A: Yes. We frequently work with immigration attorneys across Georgia and can tailor the report to meet your legal team’s evidentiary needs.
How Much Does an Immigration Appraisal Cost?
Appraisals for immigration purposes typically range from $400 to $550, depending on:
Property size and location
Turnaround time
Whether single or multi-family property
We offer expedited service if you’re approaching a USCIS filing deadline or interview date.