sponsor

A sponsor refers to a person who takes responsibility for another person or thing. The common uses of the term “sponsor” in a legal sense include the following:

• In the context of legislation , a sponsor refers to a person who introduces or supports a legislative proposal (such as a bill or an amendment).
• In the context of immigration , a sponsor means a petitioner . A sponsor can be a family member who is a U.S. citizen, or a U.S. permanent resident or U.S. employer who undertakes the responsibility to bring an immigrant legally into the U.S.
• In the context of business organizations, a sponsor refers to a person who promotes , advocates , or favors a business venture (an investment in a security or limited partnership ).

[Last reviewed in June of 2022 by the Wex Definitions Team ]

Keywords

• sponsor
• petition
• Form I-864
• Affidavit of Support under Section 213A of the Act

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