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Third-Party Payment Risks for Immigration Fees
Global Immigrate consultants · Published
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Fergus Wu, Co-founder & Chief Immigration Consultant
Summary
Unrelated payers trigger source and control questions.
Short answer:investment/donation should be paid by the applicant (or a proven donor). Unrelated companies or friends paying invites “whose money, why?” questions. Avoid unless counsel pre-approves the structure.
FAQ
Spouse’s account OK?
Usually, with marital property or gift explanation.
Company pays?
May be treated as corporate funds needing distribution.
