SAMPLE LETTER OF INVITATION FOR FRIENDS/FAMILY VISITING YOU IN THE UK
Your name/address
Date
To Whom It May Concern:
Re: Application for visit visa: Name of family member*/friend; Date of Birth; Nationality
I am writing to confirm I wish to invite [name of friend/family member] to visit me in the UK for [?] weeks/months in order to [attend my graduation ceremony/have a short holiday/other reason]. I hope s/he will be able to come on [give date].
I am studying at the University of Sheffield or/I have recently completed by course at the University of Sheffield and have leave to remain until [insert date].
I am able to accommodate him/her for the duration of his/her stay in the UK. Please find attached evidence of my accommodation / or I will find a hotel/bed and breakfast nearby. Evidence of my financial status is also attached (if you are going to pay for your guest’s living costs).
I have enclosed the following documents: (as appropriate)
- Copy of passport
- Certificate of student status
- Tenancy agreement/proof of hotel booking
- 6 months bank statements
Should you require any additional information please do not hesitate to contact me.
Your faithfully
Mr/Miss/Ms (as appropriate)
* If you are inviting your parents you should do one letter inviting both of them and include it with both applications.