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OverviewWhere sponsorship obligations end.

We help U.S. citizens withdraw visa petitions and I-864 Affidavits of Support when a relationship ends or fraud comes to light. We assess eligibility, prepare DHS filings, and ensure the withdrawal is properly executed to protect you from future immigration or financial consequences.

Deliverables
Withdrawal packet delivered to agencies with tracking
Timeline
Prepared within 24–48 hours
Value
Terminates sponsorship obligations and I-864 liability

Withdrawal must occur within certain timeframes that depend on which form was filed, how far the case has progressed, and federal agency processing times. Timeline depends on your responsiveness to information requests.

Form by FormWhich forms can be withdrawn, and when.

Sponsorship withdrawals depend on which form you filed and how far the case has progressed. The table below summarizes the withdrawal rules, deadlines, and consequences for each form type.

I-130 I-129F I-751 I-864
Form name Petition for Alien Relative Fiancé Petition Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence Affidavit of Support
Can you withdraw? Yes Yes Yes — you can withdraw your co-sponsorship Yes
Deadline Before visa issuance or adjustment of status is approved Before visa issuance Before conditions are removed Before admission or adjustment of status is approved

The ProcessHow a Codias Law green card sponsorship withdrawal works.

01

Assess Eligibility

Not every petition or affidavit can be withdrawn at every stage. The rules differ depending on which form you filed and how far the case has progressed through USCIS or NVC processing. We review your specific situation, identify which filings are eligible for withdrawal, and explain what a withdrawal will and will not accomplish.

02

Prepare Notification

If you are eligible, we draft a legally precise withdrawal notice addressed to the correct federal office. The notice uses language designed to terminate your sponsorship obligations by operation of law. Imprecise language is a common reason agencies fail to process withdrawal requests — we eliminate that risk.

03

Distribute Notification

USCIS and the State Department do not maintain a single address for withdrawal requests. The correct recipient depends on which service center or field office has jurisdiction over your case. We research the current location of your file and distribute your withdrawal notification to every relevant agency office.

04

Establish Proof of Delivery

Agencies occasionally claim to have no record of a withdrawal — even when one was properly submitted. We use tracked delivery methods and retain certified proof that your notice was received by the correct office. This protects you if an agency later disputes whether your withdrawal was timely filed.

05

Confirm Withdrawal

After an agency processes your request, we obtain and provide you with official correspondence acknowledging that your petition or affidavit has been withdrawn. This confirmation letter is your proof that your sponsorship obligations have ended and that the immigration case can no longer proceed on the basis of your filing.

Why Codias Law?What sets our sponsorship withdrawals apart.

A withdrawal is only as strong as the procedure behind it.

  • We know the stakes.

    A failed withdrawal can leave your sponsorship in force for years — making you financially liable for a foreign national under Form I-864.

  • We offer peace of mind.

    We manage the process on your behalf so you do not need to spend time or worry about the procedural nuances or communicating with agencies.

  • We know where to file.

    Agencies have no single address for withdrawals. We help you determine the proper agency and office to notify.

  • We use proper language.

    Inaccurate or imprecise wording can result in USCIS failing to process withdrawals. We draft clear and effective language to ensure your sponsorship is terminated.

  • We create a paper trail.

    We use delivery methods with proof of delivery. If an agency claims they never received your withdrawal, you’ll have evidence.

  • We prove it in court.

    If USCIS or the State Department ever contests your withdrawal, we can help prove it in federal court using the paper trail we established.

FAQs

What forms can I withdraw, and when?
You can withdraw Forms I-130, I-129F, I-751, or an I-864 Affidavit of Support, depending on which you filed and how far the case has progressed through USCIS or NVC. Assessing eligibility for your specific filings is the first step of our process.
What happens to the immigration case after I withdraw?
Withdrawing an I-130 before the immigrant obtains permanent residence terminates the petition by operation of law, so the immigration case cannot proceed on that basis and the immigrant loses the priority date tied to it. Withdrawing an I-864 can effectively terminate an immigrant visa or adjustment of status application.
What if I suspect my spouse committed marriage fraud?
A withdrawal may be one component of a broader strategy if you suspect marriage fraud, but it may not be sufficient on its own. You may consider filing a fraud report with DHS or pursuing a BIA fraud appeal to seek denial or revocation of the petition. Our investigation and fraud assessment process can help determine the best course of action.
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