Who it's for
- British citizens and UK residents inviting relatives or friends to visit
- Hosts covering a visitor's accommodation or costs
- Families inviting guests to a wedding, birth or celebration
What's included
- About this template — what a visitor visa allows and what the letter can and cannot do
- Standard Visitor key requirements table and how your letter helps with each
- What you can and cannot do as a host table
- Host supporting documents checklist: status, payslips, bank statements, address, accommodation and relationship evidence
- Invitation letter: about me, purpose and duration, accommodation, financial arrangements and confirmation
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See what's in the bundle →Key points covered
- Visitors can usually come for up to 6 months for tourism, family visits and permitted business activities
- The letter is supporting evidence only — it does not guarantee a visa
- The visitor must show they will leave and have strong ties at home; the host cannot evidence that for them
- Say clearly who pays for accommodation and costs
- If you rent, you may need your landlord's permission for a guest
- Keep every statement accurate — false information leads to refusal
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Questions
Is an invitation letter required?
It is not mandatory, but it helps explain the purpose of the visit, where your visitor will stay and who is paying.
Does the letter guarantee a visa?
No. UKVI decides on the visitor's own circumstances. The letter supports the application.
What documents should I send with it?
The checklist covers proof of your status, payslips and bank statements if you are paying, proof of address, accommodation details and relationship evidence.
Is it in the Immigration Complete Bundle?
Yes. The Immigration Complete Bundle includes every DocPilot immigration template.
Visitor Visa Invitation Letter
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