Proof of Employment for Visa: Letter & Documents

Proof of employment for visa

Proof of employment for a visa usually means an employment letter (or employment verification letter) from your employer. Some embassies also accept recent payslips or a contract alongside the letter.

What the letter should include

• Your full name, job title, and start date.

• Company name, address, and contact (HR or manager).

• Salary or income (optional but helpful).

• Leave dates (if applicable) and confirmation that you will return to work.

• Signature on company letterhead, dated.

Next steps

Use VisaEvidence to generate an employment letter template. Give it to your employer to complete and sign. Build your visa document checklist for your destination.