When Does Sponsorship End?

The sponsor's responsibility lasts until the immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen, has earned 40 work quarters credited toward Social Security (a work quarter is about three months, so this means about ten years of work), dies, or permanently leaves the United States.

Can I withdraw my sponsorship of an immigrant?

If the application for sponsorship has not been filed or is still pending, petition to have it withdrawn. This can be done by either visiting the nearest U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office or by notifying the agency in writing of your wish to withdraw your sponsorship.

Does I 864 expire?

No, the Form I-864 remains valid indefinitely unless evidence of failure to meet the poverty guidelines in effect on the date of I-864 filing arises. ... If the income claimed does not meet the poverty guidelines, then the consular officer may request that the sponsor submit current year income information.