UK Visa Sponsorship Letter: Template for Visitor & Family Visa

UK visa sponsorship letter

A UK visa sponsorship letter is written by the person in the UK who is inviting and/or funding the visitor. It confirms their relationship to the applicant, the purpose and dates of the visit, where the applicant will stay, and (if applicable) that they will cover costs. It is often required for UK Standard Visitor visa applications when the applicant has a host in the UK.

What to include

• Sponsor’s full name, UK address, and contact details.

• Sponsor’s status (British citizen, settled, etc.) and proof (passport copy, BRP).

• Applicant’s name and passport number.

• Relationship and purpose of visit.

• Visit dates and accommodation (e.g. staying at sponsor’s address).

• If sponsoring financially: statement that the sponsor will cover costs; reference to attached bank statements.

Next steps

Use VisaEvidence to generate a UK visa sponsorship letter and see our UK invitation letter. Build the applicant’s UK visitor checklist.