I-864EZ vs I-864: Any downside to filing the -EZ variant?

Question

If an I-864EZ and I-864 are both applicable for your use-case, is there any reason not to use the I-864EZ? I've read the "Instructions for Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA",

• I meet the requirements under "Who May Use Form I-864EZ?"
• The guidance under "When Not To Use Form I-864EZ?" does not apply to me.
• I make over 120% of the poverty income number listed in the I-864P, "2022 HHS Poverty Guidelines for Affidavit of Support"

Is there any downside to using the I-864EZ form?

Answer 1

I-864EZ is just a simplified version of I-864 for a subset of cases that meet certain conditions. If you meet those conditions, you can use either I-864EZ or I-864. There is no difference, except that the I-864EZ is slightly shorter.