USCIS Can Request Credit Reports From Green Card Sponsors

USCIS can now request consumer credit reports from people sponsoring green card applicants using Form I-864. The change took effect on August 31, 2026. USCIS has not set a minimum credit score or explained how debts, late payments, or bankruptcies may affect sponsorship decisions. Sponsors should use the new August 24, 2026 form edition and check their credit reports for errors.