Who it's for
- British citizens and settled sponsors bringing a spouse, civil partner or unmarried partner to the UK
- Sponsors who want their evidence explained in one letter
- Not a substitute for the Appendix FM-SE documents
What's included
- About this template — the minimum income requirement and why every statement must be evidenced
- Income categories overview with key evidence
- Sponsor declaration letter: relationship, financial position table and undertaking, accommodation, and declaration of truth
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See what's in the bundle →Key points covered
- £29,000 gross income for applications from 11 April 2024; £18,600 transitional protection for those continuously on the route since before then
- UKVI checks every statement against the documents — the letter supports, but does not replace, Appendix FM-SE evidence
- The sponsor undertakes to maintain the applicant without recourse to public funds
- Accommodation must be adequate without overcrowding
- Giving false information is a criminal offence
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Questions
Is this a statutory declaration?
No. It is a signed declaration letter from the sponsor. It does not need to be witnessed by a solicitor.
What income do I need?
£29,000 gross a year for new applications since 11 April 2024, unless transitional protection at £18,600 applies. Check the exact income category rules in Appendix FM-SE.
Can savings count?
Yes, cash savings can be used alone or with income under the Rules. Check the current Appendix FM-SE requirements for how savings are counted.
Is it in the Immigration Complete Bundle?
Yes. The Immigration Complete Bundle includes every DocPilot immigration template.
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