what should an invitation letter from UK look like ? , how to approve it legally?

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I'm new to the community, my friend moved to the UK, Leicester city, I want to visit her, as I asked before if I can convince the council that my circumstances in my home country is good the application may be accepted.

Anyway a letter from her may support my application more, I want to know what should this invitation letter form look like, and how can I show it to the council and approve that it's not fake, and legally approved ??

I'd be grateful for any help.

Best Regards.



Best Answer

UKVI approves visa applications, not ‘the council’. The invitation letter from your friend is just a personal letter from them addressed to you; it cannot be ‘legally approved’. It should include the dates during which you are invited to visit, a brief reason for the invitation, and a statement about where you will stay / support being provided by your friend (if relevant). As stated in the answer to your first question Can I get a visitor VISA invitation from a non UK student living in the uk? the invitation letter will carry little weight with UKVI if your own personal circumstances are not strong (eg ties to your home country such as a job, and funds available to you for the visit). Reading UK visa refusal on V 4.2 a + c (and sometimes 'e') may help you prepare your application




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What documents do I need to invite someone to the UK?

proof of your income and where you work, for example payslips or an employment contract. proof that you have enough money to pay for the visitor's stay, for example recent bank statements. proof that you're in the UK legally, for example a copy of your passport or visa.

What should be in a UK visa invitation letter?

If you do not know where to start writing a letter of invitation for a UK visa, write the following information in a list:
  • Your full name.
  • Your date of birth.
  • Your full address and telephone number in the United Kingdom.
  • Your occupation.
  • Your status in the United Kingdom.
  • Visitor's full name.
  • Visitor's date of birth.


  • What are the requirements to write a letter of invitation?

    What are the Requirements to Write a Letter of Invitation?
    • must be a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the country you plan on visiting.
    • must be your friend, boyfriend / girlfriend or family member / relative.
    • must have a registered place (home, flat)
    • must have enough room for the applicant.


    How do I invite someone to another country UK?

    Your letter of invitation
  • Your visitor's full name and date of birth.
  • Your relationship to them (sibling, friend, etc.)
  • The reason for their visit (graduation, holiday, etc.)
  • Their planned arrival and departure dates.
  • Where they intend to stay. ...
  • Your own immigration status in the UK (for example, Student Visa)




  • Visitor Visa Invitation Letter and Supporting Documents




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