Proof of Funds Letter for Visa: Sample & Template

What is a proof of funds letter for a visa?

A visa sponsorship or financial support letter is written by the person or organisation that will fund your trip or studies. It states their relationship to you, their commitment to cover your expenses, and often includes proof of their ability to pay (referencing attached bank statements or employment letters). Embassies use it to assess whether you have adequate funds. A proof of funds or financial support letter is often written by the applicant’s bank or by a sponsor to confirm that sufficient funds are available for the trip or studies.

What to include

• Name of the account holder and relationship to the applicant (if sponsor).

• Type of account and balance (or available funds) as of a specific date.

• Period the funds have been held (if relevant).

• Statement that the funds are available for the applicant’s use.

• Bank letterhead, signature, and date (if from a bank).

Example (excerpt)

This is to confirm that [Name] holds an account with us. The available balance as of [date] is [amount] [currency]. These funds are available for [Name]’s use for [purpose and duration].

Next steps

Use VisaEvidence to create a proof-of-funds summary letter and pair it with your bank statements. Use our checklist for your destination to avoid missing documents.