North Macedonia
Dear Honorable Consul,
My name is Stojan Nikola (passport number: NM22330011). I am a Macedonian citizen who lives in Skopje, Macedonia, where I work as a graphic designer and have an income of DEN 50,000. I am writing this letter because I am applying for a UK tourist visa; I plan to stay in London from May 30, 2023.
It has always been a dream of mine to visit London, so it would mean a lot to me if I would finally make that dream come true. During my time in the UK, I have planned to visit as many tourist attractions as possible, such as the London Eye, the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the National Gallery. I also have many friends I have met on social media that I would love to meet.
While in London, I will stay in a hotel I have already booked, and I will also cover my personal expenses. As soon as my ten-day visa expires, I will return to Macedonia since I have a lot of work waiting for me there.
I will attach all the required documents in my visa application form and cover letter. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you for your time!
Email:
Phone number: +4455667783
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Updated: September 6, 2023
A cover letter for UK visa is instrumental in persuading the ECO that you meet the visa requirements and have no intention of overstaying your visa. It gives you the opportunity to convince the ECO that you are a genuine visitor and you will promptly return back to your country.
A cover letter is a document to convey additional information that wasn’t asked in the UK visa application. It’s not a mandatory document but by far the most helpful document in increasing your chances of UK visa approval.
Why do you need a cover letter for uk visa.
The information asked in the UK visa application isn’t enough to convince the ECO that you will return back to your home country after your trip.
Most questions on the UK visa application are close-ended. They don’t give you an opportunity to explain.
A cover letter allows you to explain in your own words and be as descriptive as you can. You can use your own format and even use illustrations if needed.
No. A cover letter is not mandatory for UK visa. It’s not even a document in the documents checklist for UK visa.
When I applied for my UK visa, I did not submit a cover letter. At that time, I didn’t know the importance of a cover letter for UK visa. I didn’t feel the need to explain anything additional, so I didn’t submit one. My visa was still approved.
That’s not the case for everyone. A cover letter will not hurt your chances of approval, it can only help. It gives you an additional opportunity to convince the ECO.
If I apply again for my UK visa, I would definitely submit a cover letter.
A cover letter is not a mandatory document for UK visa. So obviously, UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) does not provide any guidelines on what to include in the cover letter.
As you all know, I started this website in 2016. Since then, I have been helping my readers with their visas. I figured that a cover letter was the most helpful for UK visa.
I have been writing cover letters for my readers. Over time, I learned that a cover letter with a certain format worked the best for UK visa.
I would like to impart all my knowledge in this article, so you can write the most compelling cover letter for your UK visa. It will not only impress the ECO but will greatly improve your chances of visa approval.
So without any further delay, let’s get started.
The goal of the cover letter is to convince the ECO that you are a genuine visitor. You must do this in a simple, short and clear manner. ECOs rarely will have time for anything other than what’s asked.
Write your cover letter in simple words as if it’s meant for a 5th grader. If the language is too complicated to read, ECO will not bother to read it.
Do not use words that people from your country can only understand. ECOs are from the UK and they can only understand the terms that they use in the UK.
Example: It’s common for people in India to say something like “ please do the needful and revert back to me “. Even though it’s still understandable, saying something like “ please let me know if you need anything else from me ” will help the ECO understand better.
Remember, a cover letter is not a mandatory document. ECO is doing you a favor by reading it. So, make it easy for the ECO.
Your cover letter should never be longer than two pages. ECOs rarely have time for things other than what’s asked in the application. If you present them with a booklet, they will toss it in the trash without even looking at it.
Again remember, a cover letter is not mandatory. It should not consume too much of ECO’s time.
To further simplify your cover letter, format it with subheadings, bullets and highlights. This helps the ECO to quickly glance over the letter and read any section that interests them.
Example: Instead of writing like this –
“ I intend to travel to the UK for tourism from 20 June 2021 to 24 June 2021 and I plan to visit various attractions in London such as Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Tower Bridge, London Eye, Madame Tussauds, National Gallery, etc. “
Write like this –
It’s important to break the cover letter into different sections. This helps the ECO quickly glance through the letter and understand the gist of it. If needed, the ECO can read specific sections. Your cover letter for UK visa must contain the following sections.
In the UK visa application, there is a question on previous UK visa refusals. It asks about your previous UK visa refusal and its details. This question asks you to explain why your UK visa was refused but doesn’t ask why it shouldn’t have been refused
There is no other place in the application to address your previous visa refusals either. There is the “additional/extra information” area, but it’s only for text and not suitable for formatting or pictures. Therefore, the cover letter is the most appropriate place for addressing your previous UK visa refusal.
If you are re-applying to challenge your UK visa refusal , include a section in your cover letter specifically for your previous visa refusal. Address your previous visa refusal with evidence, additional information and documentation.
Keep this section as the first section in your cover letter. Having this section at the beginning of the cover letter will help the new ECO get straight to the point. Otherwise, they may overlook and your efforts of re-application may go to waste.
Here is an example.
My previous application for the UK visitor visa with GWF number GWF12345678 was refused on 16 March 2021.
I would like to address the reason for the refusal with additional information and documentation.
Reason for refusal: The sources of the deposit (£850) were not demonstrated by the documents provided.
Explanation: The deposit in question was made on 05-Dec-2020 for the amount of £850. This amount was the yearly bonus from my employer. Yearly bonuses are deposited in the first week of December every year. Please find the attached documentation to prove that these funds are available to me.
Additional Documentation: (1) Bonus slip, (2) bonus announcement email and (3) letter from my employer with details of bonus, amount and dates.
In this section, mention your purpose of visit and proposed itinerary in the UK. The itinerary must be detailed enough but not too descriptive to confuse the ECO. Format it with bullets and/or a table.
Day 1 | 14 Oct 2021 | Arrive at Heathrow International Airport at 5.30 PM Check-in at the hotel and dinner |
Day 2 | 15 Oct 2021 | Visit Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London |
Day 3 | 16 Oct 2021 | Visit Tower Bridge and London Eye |
Day 4 | 17 Oct 2021 | Visit Madame Tussauds and National Gallery |
Day 5 | 18 Oct 2021 | Visit British Museum and Tate Modern Museum |
Day 6 | 19 Oct 2021 | Visit Camden Market and Portobello Market |
Day 7 | 20 Oct 2021 | Departure from Heathrow International Airport at 8.30 AM |
In this section, mention the people that will travel with you to the UK. If you are applying for the visa with your family members, mention their details such as name, passport number and GWF number.
Each individual must submit one UK visa application. Say if a husband, wife and child are traveling to the UK together, each of them must submit a separate UK visa application. There is no easy way to tie these applications together.
There is a question in the application asking for travel companions, but mentioning them again in your cover letter will help tie them all together.
I will be traveling to the UK with my wife and son. The GWF numbers of my wife’s and son’s UK visa applications are as follows.
Jane Doe | Wife | K1234567 | GWF123456 |
John Doe | Son | K7654321 | GWF654321 |
In this section, mention your current employment details. Include details such as the employer’s name, how long you have been working and your current salary.
If you are a business owner, mention the details of your business such as your business name, your role in the company, yearly revenue, etc.
If you are currently a student at the university, mention your university details along with the program, major and semester details.
In this section, mention your source of income, savings and the bank statements for your UK visa .
If you have multiple bank accounts, this section is a good place to talk about it. Explain why you have multiple bank accounts and how they are connected.
It’s quite common for many to work in a foreign country and send all their earnings back home for family maintenance or savings. In such cases, you will have to submit bank statements from both countries, but most importantly, mention that clearly in this section.
If you use a broker or third party to send cash back home, errors can occur and transactions may not match. I highly recommend using a money transfer service such as Wise to transfer cash back to your home country.
If you are paying for your trip yourself, this section does not apply to you. Have this section in your cover letter only if someone else is paying for your trip.
In this section, mention your sponsor details, your relationship with the sponsor, what expenses they will bear, etc.
In this section, mention your travel history. Travel history is very important and highlighting it will only help with your UK visa. Your travel history can include all your previous travels to the UK and other countries. If you have traveled to a country multiple times, mention that country only once.
In this section, mention any family members remaining at home during your UK trip. This helps prove your family ties with your country. Family ties indicate that you will return back to your country after your trip.
Do not include this section if it does not apply to you.
In this section, mention that you will promptly return back after your trip and the reasons for that. Reasons can be employment, business or attending to family needs.
If you want to add something that didn’t fall under any specific section above, you can include it here. This could be something about properties you own (economic tie), your rental situation, covid safety precautions, etc.
A cover letter is not a mandatory document for UK visa. But in my experience, it’s the most helpful document. The goal of the cover letter is to convince the ECO that you are a genuine visitor. Your cover letter must be simple, short and clear. Break the cover letter into sections, paragraphs and bullet lists. Use pictures and screenshots if necessary.
That’s it, folks! Now you know how to write a compelling cover letter for UK visa. This will greatly improve the chances of your UK visa approval. If you have any questions, please let me know in the comments below.
WRITTEN BY THIRUMAL MOTATI
Thirumal Motati is an expert in tourist visa matters. He has been traveling the world on tourist visas for more than a decade. With his expertise, he has obtained several tourist visas, including the most strenuous ones such as the US, UK, Canada, and Schengen, some of which were granted multiple times. He has also set foot inside US consulates on numerous occasions. Mr. Motati has uncovered the secrets to successful visa applications. His guidance has enabled countless individuals to obtain their visas and fulfill their travel dreams. His statements have been mentioned in publications like Yahoo, BBC, The Hindu, and Travel Zoo.
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Kiesha says
March 5, 2023 at 8:53 am
Hi Thirumal, I love your articles and it has been really helpful, I applied for my Mums EUSS dependent Visa to travel to the UK which got rejected due to insufficient money transfers. It takes nearly 6 months to get a reply from them sometimes more than that. I need my mum to travel to the UK to be present for my delivery in July so I wanted to apply for a visiting visa. Do you think that would be an issue as I had applied for a dependent visa before? Thank you for your help.
Thirumal Motati says
March 6, 2023 at 2:07 pm
Hi Kiesha! Yes, it can pose an issue. I have seen cases where a visitor visa was refused due to a previous EUSS refusal. ECO assumes that the applicant is taking a different route to gain entry into the UK. So you will have to put more effort into convincing the ECO, through additional documentation and a cover letter.
In this article, we are going to discuss how you can write your UK visitor visa supporting letter in 2019.
This is because your goal is going to be the same whether you are applying for a UK, US, Canadian or a tourist visa for another country – to convince the person deciding your application that you will return to your home country and not overstay .
This is one of the most helpful things that you can do to increase your chances of a successful UK visitor visa application .
After all, the Home Office caseworkers are very suspicious people and you should do everything that you can to persuade them that you are a ‘genuine’ and ‘credible’ visitor.
There is no one set letter template that can be effectively used for all UK visitor visa applications since every application is different and unique to your own individual circumstances.
There are different aspects that your visit visa supporting letter should discuss and we will discuss each of them in turn:
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 1
Introduction/Summary
My name is [NAME] and I am [NATIONALITY] . I am applying from [COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE] and I am applying for a standard [6 month/2 year/5 year/10 year] UK visitor visa.
In discussing that I am a genuine and credible UK visitor visa, this letter will cover:
The purpose of my visit
Why is this section important?
This section provides a clear outline of the things that Home Office caseworkers are most interested in.
By providing a clear and relevant structure , you are immediately letting the Home Office caseworker know that you have a good understanding of the Immigration Rules as they apply to visitor visas.
It also makes it easier for the Home Office caseworker to read. The clearer and easier you make it for the Home Office caseworker, the happier that they will be.
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 2
List of included documents
In support of my UK visitor visa application, I have included the following documents:
1 | My passport copies |
2 | My letter of support |
3 | My sponsor’s letter of support |
… | … |
The Home Office tend to lose documents quite often, unfortunately.
By stating that you list a certain documents, the Home Office caseworker will then know that the document may have indeed been lost on the way.
This increases the likelihood of the Home Office caseworker getting into contact and asking for the missing document .
By having something similar to the above table, you again increase the clarity and ease of reading for this cover letter.
The Home Office caseworker will be able to refer to this table to quickly identify the relevant document when considering your application and it will again provide good impression.
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 3
The main purpose of my visit is to [INSERT ONE SENTENCE SUMMARY] .
[Discuss what you intend to do in the UK in more detail here]
I am fully aware of the permitted and prohibited activities found in Immigration Rules Appendix V: visitor rules .
Example Itinerary #1
The main purpose of my visit is to attend my niece’s university graduation .
The following is my itinerary and includes the likely costings of the UK visit:
23rd May (Day 1)
Hopefully, I will be flying to London Heathrow from Bangkok, Thailand. As evidenced by the attached return flight tickets and return flight ticket receipts (Appendix 8 and 9), the cost of return of this flight is £884.
24th May (Day 2)
I will be picked up at the London Heathrow by my sister and will stay at her accommodation, 22b Iverson Road, London, NW6 2HE for two nights.
Please see the attached letter of support from my sister, which has been labelled Appendix 11.
Whilst I expect that I will spend around £30 on airport food, I will incur no costs for accommodation.
25th May (Day 3)
I will attend my niece’s graduation on this day, which is the main purpose of my trip to the UK.
The graduation is taking place at the University of Leeds campus.
We will travel from my niece’s accommodation in London to the University of Leeds by train, the expected cost of which is £80 for a return train ticket (see Appendix 13).
In support of these plans, please see the attached letter from my niece’s university (Appendix 5), confirmation of my niece’s graduation (Appendix 4) and the letter of support from my niece (Appendix 7).
Since the graduation is scheduled to finish at 11.30am, this will give us plenty time to enjoy a nice meal at our favourite restaurant, ‘Almost Famous’ in Leeds. I will have £50 set aside for this meal.
Once we have arrived back in London, I will again stay at my sister’s accommodation, which will mean that I will incur no extra costs with regards to accommodation.
26th May (Day 4)
My last day is expected to start early in the morning as my sister will drive me to London Heathrow in time for my 8am flight back to Bangkok.
I have set aside £30 for food and drink at the airport.
The total expected cost for this trip is therefore £190 for my 4-day trip, not including the return flight tickets that I have already paid £884 for.
In light of my personal savings account at Appendix 17 that shows savings of £12,200 (as converted by oanda.com), it is therefore clear that I can adequately provide for myself during my 4-day visit to the UK.
Example Itinerary #2:
The main purpose of my visit is to attend my niece’s university graduation.
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23rd May 2020 | Bangkok (Thailand) & London (UK) | Departing from Bangkok, Thailand at 10pm UTC+07:00. | The return flight cost £884 (see Appendix 8 and 9). £0 on accommodation. |
24th May 2020 | London (UK) | Arriving at London Heathrow. | No further costs spent on accommodation or travel. I will be getting picked up by my sister who I will stay with at 22b Iverson Road, London, NW6 2HE (please see the letter of support from my sister at Appendix 11). £30 on food and drink. £0 on accommodation |
25th May 2020 | Leeds (UK) | Attending niece’s university graduation (please see the confirmation of my niece’s graduation at Appendix 5, a letter of support from my niece at Appendix 7). We will then be attending a meal at the ‘Almost Famous’ restaurant in Leeds. A late train will be taken to return back to London where I will stay at my sister’s accommodation. | £80 on a return train ticket from London King’s cross train station (see attached screenshots of trainline.com at Appendix 13) £50 on food and drink. £0 on accommodation. |
26th May 2020 | London (UK) | My sister will drive me to London Heathrow where I will take the 8am flight back to Bangkok, Thailand. | £30 on food and drink. £0 on transport. £0 on accommodation. |
Total expected cost: £190 |
The purpose of your visit is a key consideration when deciding whether the Home Office should grant your UK visitor visa application.
The clearer that your purpose for visiting the UK is, the more genuine and credible you will appear to be .
Because of this, it is therefore helpful if you are able to use this letter of support to clearly discuss your plans and the costs associated with the UK trip .
In this section of the letter of support, it will be good if you cross-reference your stated intentions with evidence that you submit in your application.
For example: I will be taking the train on the 25th May, 2020 from London Heathrow to Leeds train station, which will cost £80. Please see appendix 13 that shows this .
It will also be good to get letter of supports from family or friends that supports your stated intentions.
For example, if you are visiting a specific family member or friend in the UK, a letter of support from them will also be helpful to include.
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 4
Why I will not overstay the UK visitor visa
I fully intend to return to [my home country OR make an onwards journey to COUNTRY] before my UK visitor visa expires.
I have a good life back home and I would absolutely not want to trade it for a life as an outlaw in the UK.
The following are reasons that I would you to consider when deciding my application:
#1 My good immigration history
My unblemished UK immigration history is one indication that suggests that I am likely to comply with the terms of the UK visit visa and return to my home country prior to the visa expiration.
Example : “In 2012, I was issued a UK visitor visa for 6 months (see appendix 13 which is a copy of page 34 of my attached passport). In 2015, I was also issued a UK visitor visa (see Appendix 14 which is a copy of page 36 of my attached passport. In all of the above instances, I left before the expiration of the visa. I also complied with all of the visa conditions.”
#2 My family ties to my home country
My family back home is another strong indication that I will return to my home country prior to the UK visitor visa expiring.
[Discuss family members back home here, especially if they are dependant on you].
Example : My son, Jeremiah (13 years of age) and my daughter, Jodie (15 years of age), will stay in my home country of Bangladesh during my 9-day trip to the UK. Please see their attached passport scans at Appendix 8 and 9. During my UK visit, Jeremiah and Jodie will be cared for by my husband, Andy Jones, as evidenced by my husband’s letter of support at Appendix 14, which includes a copy of his passport at Appendix 15.
#3 My financial and economic ties to my home country
My financial and economic ties to my home country are other factors that strongly suggest that I have no reason to trade my life in [HOME COUNTRY] with a life as an illegal alien in the UK.
My assets and income are discussed in more detail below, under the sub-heading ‘My ability to adequately maintain myself in the UK’.
#4 Other links with my home country
Example : I am currently studying a degree at Chiang Mai University, Thailand. Please see the attached letter from my university at Appendix 6 that confirms this. Please also see the attached term dates for my course at Appendix 7 that confirms that my intended trip to the UK is not during term-time but rather during the summer holidays.
The main reason why visit visa applications are refused is that the Home Office are scared that you will use the UK visitor visa to enter the UK, disappear and overstay your visa illegally .
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 5
Dependants I am applying with (if relevant)
As stated in the online application form, I am applying with child dependant(s), [NAME(S) AS STATED IN PASSPORT(S), AGE(S) & THEIR RELATIONSHIP TO YOU] .
Obviously, if you are not applying with any child dependants, you can ignore this sub-heading .
However, if you are applying with child dependants, it is important that you are fully aware of the additional requirements that will apply.
In summary, you must show:
#1 That you (or your sponsor) will be able to adequately provide for any child dependants that are also applying for a UK visitor visa.
This is obviously linked with your ability to adequately maintain yourself – i.e. by the showing of assets and income.
In order to maintain a clear structure for this letter of support, you should make sure you sufficiently discuss your finances in the subheading ‘My ability to adequately maintain myself during the UK visit’ below.
#2 That all duties of care obligations with regards to child dependants will be met
Simply showing sufficient financial assets and income will not always suffice.
If, in light of all the circumstances, it is not clear how the child’s welfare will be looked after in the UK, it is likely that the application will be refused .
Like many UK visa applications, the child’s welfare is of an extremely high importance .
#3 That parental consent is given
Parental consent is a requirement for children’s UK visitor visas.
This requirement is usually satisfied where the visit visa applications are made on behalf of a child, although i t is important that you are aware of the situations where the requirement will not be met .
If you are divorced with your child’s other parent, the parent with sole responsibility or legal custody must provide parental consent, which can be met via a letter of support.
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 6
My ability to adequately maintain myself during the UK visit
I confirm that I can adequately maintain myself [as well the dependants who are applying with me] . To support this, I will now discuss my sources of income and financial assets.
#1 My sources of income
#2 My assets and/or cash savings
#3 My on-going financial commitments
Example : I am employed as a journalist for The Daily Paper Company in Pakistan. I receive a gross annual salary of PKR 3,000,000 and I have permission from my employer to have paid leave for the week that I will be visiting the UK (see Appendix 8, which is a signed letter from my employer). For clarity, PKR 3,000,000 equates to 15,102 pounds sterling, as stated by the closing spot exchange rate found on www.oanda.com . As evidenced by my attached bank statements (see Appendix 3), I saved a total of PKR 1,500,000 over the past 8 months to help fund my UK visit. This is the equivalent of £7,550 pounds sterling. I also own my own house in Pakistan. Please see the attached documentation (Appendix 11-13) for 12 Wahdat Road, Lahore. The property’s worth, as stated on zoopla.com, is PKR 13,000,000 (Appendix 14).
It is crucial that you are able to convince the Home Office caseworker that you have sufficient resources to maintain and accommodate yourself adequately for the whole of your planned visit to the UK.
This includes the additional costs associated with applying with any dependant children.
If the expected cost of the visit is high when compared to your overall resources (or your sponsor’s overall resources), then questions may be raised regarding the genuineness of your intentions .
Unlike a UK spouse visa , there are no set rules regarding the amount of funds that you (or your sponsor) will need to show.
For example, there is no rule saying that an income of £10,000 is required or cash savings of £5,000 or more.
Instead, the Home Office caseworker will look at your circumstances (and your sponsor’s circumstances, if you have one) and your stated intentions and then make a decision based on that.
At the very minimum, it is clear that you have to prove that you can afford:
I) The cost of travelling to and from the UK ;
II) Any costs associated with applying with dependant children ; and
III) What you say you intend to do in the UK (e.g. shopping or visiting a family in London).
There are a few points to note regarding evidencing assets and income .
Firstly, both your supporting letter as well as the documents that you submit should make the source of cash savings clear.
If your personal bank account shows a sudden and relatively large injection of cash into your bank, this may seem suspicious.
Secondly, you should make it clear that you can access to the cash savings.
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 7
My sponsor (include this sub-heading only if you have one)
I am being sponsored by [ SPONSOR’S NAME ], who is my [ RELATIONSHIP TO APPLICANT ]. As evidenced by the attached documentation, [ SPONSOR’S NAME ]’s [ASSETS/INCOME] is more than enough to adequately provide for myself [and my dependant children who are applying with me] during my stay in the UK.
I can confirm that the relationship between [ SPONSOR’S NAME ] and I is genuine. Please see the attached documentation regarding this, as well as the attached letter of support from [ SPONSOR’S NAME ] that confirms [ HIS/HER ] intention to sponsor me.
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 8
Why I am not using frequent and successive visits to make the UK my home (include this sub-heading if you have previously been issued a UK visitor visa only)
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 9
Potential weaknesses in my application
Include this section only if there are any potential weaknesses in your application.
I recognise that [ REASON 1 ] can raise doubts about the genuine and credibility as a visitor.
[Discuss this here and explain why that should not adversely affect your UK visitor visa application]
I recognise that [ REASON 2 ] can raise doubts about the genuine and credibility as a visitor.
Example : In 2016 I was previously refused a UK visitor visa on the grounds that I was not able to adequately show that I can maintain myself. Please see appendix 3, which is a copy of this refusal letter. It was unfortunate that important financial documents, such as employer pay slips and bank statements, were not received by the Home Office – hence not being able to show that I could have adequately maintained myself. In any event, one month after receiving the refusal letter, I submitted another UK visitor visa application. Fortunately, the Home Office received all of the supporting documents and my UK visitor visa application was swiftly approved. In light of this, my previous UK visitor visa refusal should not adversely affect this application as not only have I shown adequate funds to cover my trip to the UK in this application, but the reason for the previous refusal does not apply to my case.
It is important to directly address the potential weaknesses of your application.
This is because Home Office caseworkers are trained specifically to identify weaknesses in applications.
SUB-HEADING NUMBER 10
Relevant contact details
I can appreciate that you may want to contact my friends and family.
If you would like to do so, the following are some friend and family member’s contact information:
[FAMILY OR FRIEND NAME 1], [RELATIONSHIP TO ME]: [PHONE NUMBER & EMAIL]
[FAMILY OR FRIEND NAME 2], [RELATIONSHIP TO ME]: [PHONE NUMBER & EMAIL]
[FAMILY OR FRIEND NAME 3], [RELATIONSHIP TO ME]: [PHONE NUMBER & EMAIL]
[FAMILY OR FRIEND NAME 4], [RELATIONSHIP TO ME]: [PHONE NUMBER & EMAIL]
[FAMILY OR FRIEND NAME 5], [RELATIONSHIP TO ME]: [PHONE NUMBER & EMAIL]
If you would like to contact any other individuals or organisations and I have not provided their contact details, please feel free to get in touch and I will be more than happy to provide them.
In some cases, the Home Office caseworker may want to contact relevant third parties in your application in order to validate information to help decide whether they think you are a genuine and credible visitor.
Hopefully you found this article helpful.
Spending time writing a comprehensive covering letter is certainly a worthwhile activity as it is the best place for you to discuss relevant pieces of information in detail.
When writing the covering letter, remember:
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Applying for a UK visa can feel like a challenging task, but creating a cover letter for a UK visa doesn’t have to be. Whether you're planning a visit, a tour, or studying in the UK, having a solid cover letter for a UK visit visa, UK tourist visa, or UK student visa is essential. In this guide, we’ll walk you through crafting a perfect cover letter in just 5 minutes, and we’ll even provide a handy cover letter for a UK visa sample to get you started.
A cover letter for a UK visa is a crucial part of your application. It helps visa officers understand your travel plans and adds context to your documents. Whether it's a cover letter for a UK visit visa for a short trip, a cover letter for a UK tourist visa for a vacation, or a cover letter for a UK student visa for your studies, a well-written cover letter can really make a difference.
Here’s a cover letter for a UK visa sample to help you get started:
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
UK Visas and Immigration [Visa Office Address]
Dear Sir/Madam,
My name is [Your Name], and I am writing to apply for a [type of visa: visit/tourist/student] visa to the UK. I plan to travel from [start date] to [end date], and my purpose for visiting is [brief explanation: tourism, visiting family, studying, etc.].
During my stay, I will be visiting [mention places] and staying at [mention accommodations]. I have included my travel itinerary as part of my application.
I am currently employed as [your designation] at [your employer’s name] since [your date of joining], and I have attached my bank statements to show that I have enough funds to support my trip. Additionally, I have included a letter from my employer granting me leave for the duration of my visit.
I assure you that I will follow the visa rules and return to [your home country] once my visit is over. Thank you for considering my application.
Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Number] [Your Email Address]
Creating a cover letter for a UK visa—whether it's for a visit visa, tourist visa, or student visa—can be straightforward if you follow these steps. The aim is to provide a clear and honest overview of your travel plans and financial situation. Use the sample cover letter for a UK visa provided as a template, and you'll have your cover letter ready in no time. Safe travels!
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Getting around the complex procedure of obtaining a UK visa can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to crafting the perfect cover letter to accompany your application. Whether you’re seeking entry for tourism, business, or study, your cover letter serves as a crucial introduction to your application. Crafting a meticulously written cover letter can tip the scales between visa approval and rejection. Here, we’ll explore the essential ingredients of an effective cover letter for UK visa, and the specific nuances to consider for different types of visa applications.
A cover letter for UK visa isn’t just a formality – it’s your personal statement, often the first impression the consular officer will have of you. Crafting an impressive letter involves several key components:
Start your cover letter with your name, nationality, and current address. Include your contact details, such as your phone number and email address, for the Visa Officer’s convenience.
Clearly state the purpose of your visit, whether it’s for tourism, business, family visit, or any other category. Elaborate on the reason for your trip, the itinerary, and mention any invitations you may have from individuals or organizations in the UK.
Provide a brief history of your travel background, including previous visits to the UK and other countries. Detail your employment status, ties to your home country, and any responsibilities that ensure your return, such as property ownership, family, or ongoing educational pursuits.
Demonstrate your ability to support yourself throughout your stay in the UK. This includes providing bank statements, salary slips, and other financial documentation specifying your income, savings, and any financial assistance you may receive.
Outline your planned accommodation in the UK or any arrangements you’ve made for this. If you’re staying with a relative, friend, or in a hotel, provide the relevant details.
Reiterate your intention to return to your home country at the end of your visit or after pursuing your studies. Citing strong ties, as mentioned earlier, supports this aspect of your cover letter.
Mention any additional documents you’re including in your application to substantiate the information provided in your cover letter. This could range from flight itineraries to employment letters, and should be organized and listed for reference.
An important rule to remember is to keep your cover letter concise and to the point. It should not exceed a single page in a standard A4 format, with clearly organized sections and a professional tone throughout.
Your introduction should include a polite salutation; for instance, “Dear Sir/Madam” or “To Whom It May Concern.” State the purpose of your letter immediately to provide clarity and set the right tone for the rest of the content.
The financial section is often a make-or-break for visa applications. Ensure all presented financial data is easily verifiable and offers a clear picture of your financial situation. Highlight your financial stability and capacity to cover your expenses without recourse to public funds in the UK.
Reinforce your claims with solid evidence, using documentation to support every statement in your cover letter. This evidence should be consistent with the expectations and regulations set out by UK Visas and Immigration .
Each category of visa application requires different approaches to the cover letter’s content. Here’s how to tailor your letter to three common visa types.
For a tourism visa, focus on your proposed activities and demonstrate that you’re a genuine visitor with intent to return. Provide your complete itinerary, including flight and hotel reservations, and any planned excursions. Mention how this trip fits within your longer-term travel plans.
When applying for a business visa, elaborate on the professional reasons for your trip. This could include meetings, conferences, or other business engagements. Also, include an invitation letter from the UK company or organization you’re visiting as a vital support document.
In the case of a Tier 4 Student Visa, your cover letter should emphasize your academic goals and the benefits of studying in the UK. Describe your course, plans post-graduation, and elaborate on any scholarships or sponsorships. A letter of acceptance or sponsorship should be included as a supporting document.
For a family visit visa, highlight your connection to the family member in the UK, the duration of your visit, and any important events you plan to attend. A formal invitation from your UK relative should be among your supporting documents.
Ensuring the success of your visa application also means avoiding common mistakes:
Every detail included in your letter should directly support your application. Irrelevant information can clutter your cover letter and detract from your case.
Any information or claims in the cover letter should match the facts in your application form and supporting documents. Discrepancies can raise red flags and jeopardize your application.
A cover letter with typos, grammar errors, or incorrect facts reflects poorly on your attention to detail. Always proofread your letter, and if possible, have a third party review it for clarity and correctness.
Be transparent about any past visa refusals, travel bans, or criminal history, if applicable. While it’s not necessary to go into detail, it is important to address these circumstances honestly and succinctly.
Approaching a UK visa application with a precise and informed mindset can significantly boost your success chances. Your cover letter tells your story, so create it thoughtfully.
Craft a standout cover letter by balancing substance and brevity. Provide solid, verifiable details with proper documentation, all in a clear, structured format.
Remember, your visa cover letter should advocate convincingly but professionally. Maintain a formal tone, steer clear of overly emotional language, and stick to the facts that support your case.
Use these insights to draft a compelling UK visa cover letter. Pay attention to your visa’s requirements and ensure all components are in order to navigate the application process confidently towards approval.
[Your Full Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
To the UK Visa Application Centre,
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to support my UK Tourism Visa application for a trip to the United Kingdom from [Start Date] to [End Date]. My aim is to explore the UK’s history, culture, and landscapes.
I have planned visits to key sites like the British Museum, Tower of London, Stonehenge, and a West End show. Attached are my itinerary, hotel bookings, and flight details.
I’ve organized my finances to cover all expenses without relying on public funds. I’ve included bank statements, employment letter, and pay slips to show financial stability.
To prove my intent to return, I’ve shared details of my employment, property, and family commitments. All information aligns with my application form.
I’m excited to visit the UK and will abide by its laws. Thank you for considering my application.
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This UK immigration legal help cover letter can be used to support a UK tourist or visitor visa application. What is a cover letter? Cover letter, template letter, legal template and submissions letter are just some of the names used to describe the most important application document. Our lawyers prefer to call this a cover letter and have done so for more than 17 years. Your cover letter is what really sets your application apart from all others, and a good one will detail everything important about your application. It will include your background information and details about how you meet specific immigration rules, tackling any complicated issues head-on. Entry clearance officers and Home Office decision makers will always consider all additional information contained within a well-written cover letter. As the most powerful weapon in any reputable immigration lawyer’s armoury, everything you detail therein can make or break your application. This legal help template has been prepared by and is currently used by our experienced Immigration Lawyers to make successful tourist and visitor visa applications for our clients. The letter contains red text. The red text indicates where you are required to provide information. All you need to do is enter the required information and that is it, you won’t need to do anything else other than to remember to add the letter to your other application supporting documents. It really is that simple!
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Do you have any travel plans to UK? If yes, then you most likely need to create cover letter for United Kingdom visa . With your visa application, you must also submit a cover letter, often known as a visa letter or a personal cover letter. Most likely, the reason you came to this page was to get a cover letter for United Kingdom visa.
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A letter outlining your purpose for visiting UK is known as a cover letter or visa letter and is addressed to the UK consulate. It ought to contain information like your intended stay in the country, your financial records, and any other pertinent papers. The cover letter should provide the Visa Officer with justification for granting your request for UK visa.
The content of a cover letter must be customized for each applicant because it differs depending on the visa application. You cannot use someone else’s cover letter for your visa application without making significant changes to match your unique needs.
Because of this, we advise that you go through each sample (which is provided in the portions that follow) and write your cover letter on a blank page (or have the FlightGen App create one for you!!).
Your cover letter will be put on top of all of UK your visa documentation . This is due to the fact that it is the first piece of evidence the visa consulate examines in order to fully understand your application and decide whether or not to grant your visa. You can also speak with the visa officer in person at this location.
By being accurate and clear in your UK visa application while staying impersonal, you can profit from this. A skilled visa consulate will be able to quickly determine whether to reject or approve your visa based on the information in your cover letter.
The information listed below ought to be included in a visa cover letter in the sequence given for effectiveness:
The applicant’s visa application will be strengthened and their chances of receiving a visa will rise if you include these crucial details in your cover letter.
There are numerous names for a cover letter, therefore it’s critical to distinguish between them. Common alternatives to a cover letter include:
These terms are all interchangeable and have the same meaning.
By following these simple steps, you can quickly and easily write a professional cover letter for your visa application using FlightGen:
1.Go through the FlightGen tutorial, which is quite helpful.
2.Get the smart app from Google Play (for Android) or the App Store (for iOS).
3. Answer the basic questions posed by the Letter Wizard.
4. After reading your letter, you can download the PDF for $4.99.
Yes. You will be required to bring a cover letter to the visa facilitation office even if the UK visa laws do not specifically state that one is required.
The format of your cover letter for the UK, we assume you are aware of your visa status and that the type of visa you need depends on the purpose of your trip.
Use the sample cover letter for a tourist visa provided below if your trip to UK is merely for leisure. You need to have a basic trip itinerary and lodging documentation, such as reservations for a hotel or hostel. For additional information about a cover letter for a tourist visa.
You can download the pdf format of the above sample below, this was generated using our FlightGen App.
If you are applying for a business UK visa, your documentation and purpose of visit would differ. Use the cover letter template below, and be sure to customize it to reflect your qualifications.
If you are applying for an UK visiting visa, you do not need to attach a copy of your travel schedule in your cover letter. For help writing your own visa letter for a visitor visa application, see the sample supplied below.
Use the sample cover letter for UK Medical visa application offered below if you have a medical issue and wish to receive treatment in UK.
Is your spouse a citizen of UK? If you wish to accompany them, you must obtain UK Spouse Visa, often known as a Spousal Visa. As you are not need to submit a detailed itinerary, the cover letter for this visa is straightforward. Also, your spouse needs to be in possession of UK passport or a residence permit.
You can adjust the example cover letter supplied below to suit your particular needs, or you can use the FlightGen App to produce a cover letter for a spouse visa.
Prior to being able to work in UK, you must first obtain UK work visa, which permits you to employment both inside and outside of the area. Below is a sample cover letter for UK work visa.
You can download the pdf format of the above sample below, this was generated using our FlightGen App .
One of the best places to study, particularly engineering, is UK. Additionally, You need UK student visa in order to attend school there. The following is the cover letter format for UK Student visa.
A Transit visa, a kind of short-stay visa, is required while passing through one of the UK’s main airports, such as Heathrow. How to write a visa letter for UK Transit visa is demonstrated in the example below.
Where should i send my cover letter in order to apply for a visa .
You must bring all of your application materials, including your cover letter, to the visa appointment. Usually, this is carried out at UK consulate or a facility that processes visas, such VFS or BLSS.
A cover letter is required for every visa application, but visa’s demand much more of one.
Two objectives are met. It gives more information about your travel plans, which makes it easier for the visa officer to accept or (deny!) your visa application.
The data in your papers will first be compared to the data in your cover letter. Your visa application will go smoothly if this is the case.
Only those who are applying for visa’s may speak with the visa officer here. So now is your chance to present a strong case for getting your visa.
Your UK visa application could succeed or fail based on the quality of your cover letter.
Introduction letters are also known as personal cover letters at times (also known as visa letters).
Its goal is to provide information about your journey to visa officials. After that, they will compare it to your supporting documentation.
Your visa application will be processed swiftly if all the information is accurate.
To obtain your introduction letter as soon as possible, use the FlightGen App.
But, you might draw ideas from the example below if you wish to write one on your own.
Your cover letter will be written for you by the FlightGen App.
Your cover letter should include your vacation itinerary, dates, and daily plans as well as any paperwork you’ve submitted to get your UK visa approved.
To get your visa accepted, you must include every document you want to submit. Please detail any further documents you have.
No. A typeface that appears ornamental is not preferred; rather, it should be simple and obvious. Utilize two lines or less, suitably spaced apart, with the appropriate line height. The visa officer should be able to read your invitation letter with less difficulty now.
The most effective cover letters provide the UK officer with all the information they require for your trip in an easy-to-understand format. The greatest cover letters are created with the FlightGen App in this regard.
The following details, including the itinerary, departure dates, and arrival times, should be included in your cover letter. Please submit any supplementary documentation needed for the issuance of UK visa.
Include contact information in case the consulate needs to get in touch with you.
The most crucial thing to keep in mind while creating a cover letter is to avoid telling lies or posting false information.
The important travel visa documents are:
Invitation Letter for Visa
NOC letter for Visa
Dummy Ticket / Dummy Flight Ticket
Flight Itinerary
Travel Itinerary
Travel Insurance
Proof of Accommodation / Dummy Hotel Booking
As an international medical graduate (IMG) working in the UK, one of the toughest things that we have to deal with is homesickness, distance, and our separation from friends and family back home. There are only two ways you can alleviate that- 1) Racking up your annual leaves to visit home. 2) Apply for the UK visitor visa for your family and parents. Let’s talk about the second option in detail.
It is commonly misunderstood that parents of an independent child (i.e. you) can apply for ‘UK Family Visa’ . No, they can not. UK family visa as a parent can only be applied for if the child is <18 years of age and has either British citizenship or has ILR or some other specific circumstance.
For parents of an independent child who doesn’t hold a permanent visa in the UK (most of us), the only way they can come to the UK is via the ‘Standard Visitor Visa’ . It is the same visa you may have applied for if you took the PLAB 2 exam .
Previously there was a separate family visitor visa which is now all absorbed in the standard visitor visa .
The process of UK visa application is all very streamlined via the GovUK website. This is the link where you have to click ‘apply now ‘ to start a standard visitor visa application . The whole process has the following steps:
Once you click apply now in the above link it will ask you a series of questions and finally, you will be able to submit that.
GovUK will determine which service deals with UK visa applications in your country and will forward you their service/website once you have submitted the online application.
VAC in your country will give you the option to either upload or submit the evidence and supporting documents as well as let you book an appointment to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
Online application form fill-up.
The following information is needed to successfully complete the online application form. Remember these questions have to be answered from your parents’ point of view , not yours, even if you are filling the application form.
That’s it. These are all the information you need to have prior to starting this online application.
If it is the first application, I would go for a 6-month visa. Later on, you can apply for a longer duration (2, 5, or 10 years) to minimize the hassle of the visa application. Remember- your parents cannot make the UK their main home by frequent and successive visits. If they are caught, they may get banned from visiting the UK entirely.
UKVI has no strict rule that states you can only stay ‘6 months in a year’, but for any visit the maximum your parents can stay is six months at a stretch . So the safe frequency will be a few months in a year and clearly spending more time outside the UK than inside.
The list of documents that I attached for my mother’s visit visa to the UK :
It does not have to be elaborate. Keep it simple, keep it short. If your parents have any income or major transaction, make sure you explain it here in brief.
You can download a template of cover letter for parent’s UK Visa here.
This also does not have to be lengthy. You should explain the nature of their visit, which is a short family visit and mention your visa status and accommodation arrangement currently.
Find a redacted copy of my invitation letter here .
If you drop a line to your HR representative that you will require an employment letter because you are sponsoring a visit visa for your parents, they will happy to do so.
Make sure you ask them to mention the following:
The letter has to be addressed to whom it may concern and printed in a headed paper containing trust’s official seal and HR rep’s contact information.
A standard visitor visa costs £95.
The fee for a long-term Standard Visitor visa depends on its length:
There are also other costs associated with the services that you can buy from your local visa application centre.
The time frame may vary from country to country, but generally, a standard visitor visa application only takes 2 weeks to give you a verdict. You should not apply more than three months before the intended travel date.
You may get a verdict on the application early if your VAC has the option of a premium visa application.
As long as you have a temporary visa (tier 2) , you can’t think of that. Why? You are not even permanent.
After working for 5 years you can apply for a settled visa (indefinite leave to remain) and 1-2 years after that, you can apply for UK citizenship. So, after 5-6 years of service in the UK, you can think about bringing your parents permanently.
But this elderly dependent visa application has a high threshold and evidential bar to be reached. The list below is not exhaustive, but you have to prove the following:
Evidence under this category needs to be provided by the applicant to prove that their circumstances are true and, most importantly, there is either financial dependency on the sponsor or most exceptional circumstances exist.
More often than not this type of applications are done via immigration agencies in the UK to the court. So the bottom line is, there is a way to bring you elderly parents to bring permanently in the UK, but it may not be applicable or achievable by many.
How quickly i can apply for this visit visa for my parents and family.
I would wait to have a minimum of 6 months’ salary into your UK account before sponsoring your parents to visit the UK.
As mentioned already, for any visit, the maximum a visitor can stay is for 6 months. But utmost care should be taken so that the UK does not appear to be their home by frequent and successive visits.
How much bank statement is required for uk visit visa.
The key here is to prove you have regular income in your bank account which is quite easy as you are getting paid from the NHS every month. There no hard and fast amount that has to be in your account to sponsor.
A maximum of 6 months at a stretch.
The only case that applies to your parents would be if they paid for any private medical treatment and they have to stay for that. Read more here.
Yes. For any visit, having a return ticket solidifies your intention to visit only, not for breaching immigration law.
Yes. It will be the exact same process.
The NHS is only free at the point of emergency care for visitors. Anything beyond this would be at cost, so it is best to ensure you have arranged travel health insurance for them.
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Are you ready to start your new journey in the UK for study, business, and employment? If yes, confirm your visa with an authentic cover letter before packing your bags. A cover letter is proof of all the information you submit with an application.
However, if you are a student, dependent, worker, or joining your family, you need a visa, and to make your application, you need a strong cover letter. A well-written cover letter must claim that your information is accurate and you have a genuine purpose for going to the UK.
What Is a Cover Letter?
A cover letter is a letter in which you must add all these things you do not write in the application form. You need to write the aim of the visit, your travel plan, educational purpose, or for better job opportunities. Apart from that, submitting a cover letter is not required for all visas so before applying confirm whether you need a cover letter or not.
Writing a cover letter is a hectic work. Some people write their letters from experienced people. But those who want to write their letter by themselves have a lot of questions regarding requirements, template, and structure. For their ease below a detailed guide is available.
Everyone applying for a visa needs a cover letter for ease. A cover letter makes the application process smooth. Print your cover letter and submit it with your application. Be mindful to submit a cover letter when required; otherwise, do not submit it. Some visas asked for a cover letter, while some did not.
There are different visa types for which a cover letter is being used.
Business visa, a student visa or study visa, family visa.
For a travel or tourism visa, mention that you are coming briefly and intend to explore new places in the UK. You must also show your bookings, reservations, and return tickets in advance, proving you will leave soon when your visa expires. Also, mention if you plan to stay longer.
For a business visa, you must prepare a cover letter stating that you are coming for essential meetings, seminars, and conferences. Further, you need a copy of company documents stating that you are coming for business purposes.
It would help if you mentioned your educational goals for a study visa in your cover letter. Mention the program you choose and its duration. Also, you must show your previous degrees, such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
A family visa cover Letter visa application UK requires proof of your relationship with your sponsor. Also, you will claim that you will not depend on public funds, you will stay with the sponsor, and you have to show the bank papers to show you can support yourself.
Things to write in a cover letter:
Things to avoid in cover letter:
The Letter visa application UK should be written in a good template, and the structure should be attractive. Follow this pattern to make your cover letter impressive:
In conclusion, a cover Letter visa application UK is crucial to the visa application. It turns your dreams into reality. If you follow the right anatomy of a cover letter, with good writing style, with zero grammar mistakes, no fake information, and a lot of supporting documents you will get successful results. Things that are banned do not use them and things that make cover letters amazing use them. A well-written cover letter can convince the authorities and make your journey easy. In the cover letter, write every accurate detail about yourself, the purpose of your visit, your income, and your accommodation.
Yes, although it is not compulsory, it makes your application strong if you write accurately. Add correct information and the evidence in detail. Also, write down your purpose for getting this visa, state that your intentions are pure and that you want to come here to achieve your dreams.
In cover letter, you need to add the following details:
The cover letter helps in the application process; it alone can not work to approve your application. You also need to make your application strong with all the required details mentioned on it. Provide all the necessary documents that are required in the application, but make sure these are original. The cover letter is like an introductory paper that helps the visa officer understand your application.
Yes, you can write your letter on your own. Before writing it, consider these essential things:
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What is cover letter for uk visa.
A cover letter for UK visa is a vital document that you should submit with your visa application. Although it is not mandatory, submitting one goes a long way in strengthening your application. A cover letter for UK tourist visa explains the purpose of your visit and portrays your ties to your home country. It also carries other details that significantly enhance the chances of your visa getting approved.
Do you need a cover letter for UK visit visa? Knowing how to present your financial plans, financial stability, and enthusiasm to explore the country can help you obtain the visa faster. Let us guide you in drafting a compelling cover letter for UK visa that can make your application powerful.
Wondering why a cover letter is a must for your UK Visa application? Well, when you furnish your details in the UK visa application, you must have noticed that most of the questions are closed-ended. So, there’s not enough scope to elucidate your personal situation and convince the ECO that you are willing to return to your home country after the trip is over. So, without a cover letter for visit visa UK , the chances of your application getting rejected are high.
A well-crafted cover letter for UK tourist visa gives you the opportunity to put forward your explanation. With a cover letter for UK visa, you can justify your stance in a descriptive manner.
Here’s how a covering letter for visa application UK can help you.
When you write a cover letter for UK visa , it’s essential to include all the necessary details. Remember, this cover letter for embassy serves as your introduction to the embassy during your visa application process.
Typically, a cover letter for UK visa from India should include the following details:
Potential grounds of your cover letter for UK visa getting rejected include:
Writing a winning cover letter for UK visa isn’t an easy task. The process can be daunting, but with this blog, you will have a proper guidance to propel to success. Check out our UK visit visa cover letter sample that includes the format, guidelines, and relevant instructions to draft an impressive cover letter.
Check out these essential guidelines to write the perfect cover letter for UK visa .
The format of your cover letter for UK visa defines the first impression on the visa officer. Therefore, choosing the right format is crucial to convey your professionalism, intent, and soft skills. A properly structured format can significantly boost the visual pleasure of your application. This gives you a greater opportunity to get it approved.
Here are the steps to write a cover letter for UK visa along with the recommended format you should follow.
At the outset, provide relevant information about the embassy and specify the country from which you are applying.
Introduce yourself comprehensively in the opening paragraph. Include your full name, passport number, details of citizenship, your current city and country of residence, and details about your career or profession. In case your visa was refused in the past, cite the reason for the denial.
Clearly explain the purpose of your visit to the UK in this paragraph. Also, mention your intended duration of the stay. If any of your family members or dependant is travelling with you, mention it in this section. Also, mention your travel history to the UK and whether you visited the country in the past.
Provide a detailed outline of your itinerary, as demonstrated in the sample cover letter for tourist visa application UK . Elaborate on your trip, specifying your planned accommodations in the country and how you plan to finance your stay. Also, include relevant details about your employment or profession, along with information on your financial stability.
In this section of your cover letter for UK visa , include the details of the documents you are submitting along with your visa application.
This is a vital section of your cover letter for UK tourist visa where you need to demonstrate genuine intentions to return to your homeland. If any of your family members are staying back at home, you can include their situation in this paragraph.
Conclude your cover letter by sharing your personal contact details. This should include your email address and phone number.
A well-structured sample can serve as a valuable reference as you draft your cover letter. Download this sample cover letter for UK tourist visa to understand the desired quality, format, and pitch.
Ravi Sharma,
178/B, Picnic Garden Avenue,
Kolkata- 700024, West Bengal,
UK Visa Application Centre,
123 Embassy Street,
New Delhi, 110001, India
Dear Visa Officer,
This cover letter for visa is in connection to my application for a UK Tourist Visa from India. I am excited about the opportunity to explore the United Kingdom for tourism purposes. I am a permanent resident of India, and my passport number is A1234567. I am currently residing in Kolkata, India, and I work as a software engineer at Accenture.
I hereby mention that my previous UK visa application was denied due to a lack of proper financial documentation. However, I have clearly provided all the details in this letter to make my application compliant with the necessary requirements.
The purpose of my visit to the UK is purely for tourism and leisure. I wish to explore the rich cultural heritage, historical landmarks, and scenic beauty in the United Kingdom. The intended duration of my stay is 15 days, and I will be traveling alone on this trip. This is the first time I will be visiting the UK. This will be the first opportunity for me to explore your beautiful country.
I have meticulously planned my trip itinerary, reserving my accommodation at the London Hotel during my stay in the UK. I have adequate personal savings to fund this trip, which I have carefully put aside for this purpose. As a software engineer, I have a stable source of income. You will find the necessary financial documents herewith to validate my financial stability to support myself during the visit.
Enclosed with this letter, you will find a comprehensive list of supporting documents, including my bank statements, travel itinerary, and proof of accommodation bookings. I remain committed to providing all necessary documentation to ensure a smooth and transparent visa application process.
I would like to assure you that I have strong ties to my home country. My wife, Sunita Jha, will be staying back in India during my trip to the UK. This explains why I cannot afford to overstay in the country and remain isolated from people close to my heart.
If you need to reach me for any further information or clarification regarding my application, please do not hesitate to contact me. My email ID is ………………., and you can also call me on …………… over the phone.
Thank you for considering my application. I am genuinely looking forward to the opportunity to explore the UK and create lasting memories.
Thank you for your consideration and time
Ravi Sharma
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A properly structured cover letter for UK visa can help you obtain your visa faster as you plan to visit the UK. Here are some essential guidelines that will help you format the document to enhance readability.
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A cover letter for UK visa explains the purpose of your visit, financial stability, and ties to your home country. It goes a long way in strengthening your visa application and explains your intentions.
You must understand that a cover letter isn’t mandatory. However, writing a cover letter for UK visa for travellers, students, business professionals, and dependents enhances their chances of obtaining approval.
Your letter for UK visa should include the following details:
Yes, we highly recommend using a template as a guide to write your cover letter for UK visa . However, take care to customize it to your specific situation.
In case your previous UK visa application was rejected, address the issue for rejection and justify your stance in the cover letter. Explain how you have rectified these issues or present a change in circumstances to increase your chances of your approval.
While there’s no strict word limit, try to be clear and concise. Ideally, keep it within one page. Make sure to focus only on the key details. This will help you prepare a strong cover letter for your visa application.
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Applicant’s Cover Letter Sample For UK Visit Visa/Tourist Visa Application
Take a look at this applicant’s cover letter sample. Basically, a cover letter states the purpose of your travel, planned travel dates and duration of stay in the UK, itineraries, proof of travel funding, if you have a sponsor, state your relationship to the sponsor and the circumstances of such. You may also want to add explanations regarding some of the supporting documents you want to be highlighted for easy understanding on the part of the Entry Clearance Officer.
I hope the sample I have gives you an idea of how you write yours.
Good luck with your application and I hope you’d get the most precious visa vignette stamped on your passport page!
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Apply for a standard visitor visa.
If you need a Standard Visitor visa, you must apply online before you travel to the UK and attend an appointment at a visa application centre.
The earliest you can apply is 3 months before you travel.
You must meet the eligibility requirements and only do permitted activities .
Depending on your nationality, you may not need a visa to visit the UK. You can check if you need a visa before you apply.
You can apply for a Standard Visitor visa, or if you visit the UK regularly you can choose to apply for a long-term Standard Visitor visa instead.
Fee | Maximum length of stay | |
---|---|---|
Standard Visitor visa | £115 | 6 months |
Standard Visitor visa | £200 | 11 months |
Standard Visitor visa | £200 | 12 months |
2 year long-term Standard Visitor visa | £432 | 6 months per visit |
5 year long-term Standard Visitor visa | £771 | 6 months per visit |
10 year long-term Standard Visitor visa | £963 | 6 months per visit |
Once you’ve started your application you can save your form and complete it later.
If you’re applying with family members, each person must have their own application and pay the fee. They need to attend their own appointment at a visa application centre.
You can apply on behalf of your partner and child, if they cannot apply for themselves.
Your application will not be accepted and you will not get a refund if you have the right of abode in the UK (for example you’re a British citizen). You need to apply for a certificate of entitlement instead.
You can sign back into your application if you’ve saved it.
Find out how to sign in to your account .
You can choose to apply for a long-term Standard Visitor visa if you visit the UK regularly. This visa lasts 2, 5 or 10 years. You can stay for a maximum of 6 months on each visit.
If you’re under 18 years old when you apply , your long-term Standard Visitor visa will only be valid for up to 6 months after you turn 18. You cannot get a refund on the fee.
You may be given a shorter visa than requested if UK Visas and Immigration ( UKVI ) believe you cannot meet the eligibility requirements for the duration of the visa you applied for.
You will not get a refund of the application fee if you get a shorter visa or if your application is refused.
Your visa may be cancelled if your travel history shows you are repeatedly living in the UK for extended periods.
You must have a passport or travel document that is valid for the whole of your stay in the UK. There must be a blank page in your passport for your Standard Visitor visa.
You’ll need to provide the following information in your online application:
Depending on your circumstances, you might also need to provide:
You need to provide additional documents if you’re visiting the UK:
You must provide certified translations of any documents that are not in English or Welsh.
As part of your online application, you need to book an appointment at a visa application centre. Allow time to attend your appointment, as the visa application centre could be in another country.
At your appointment, you’ll need to:
The visa application centre may keep your passport and documents while processing your application.
Once you’ve applied online, proved your identity and provided your documents, you’ll usually get a decision on your visa within 3 weeks.
You can check to see if you can get your visa decision faster .
You’ll get an email when the Home Office has made a decision on your application . This will explain what you need to do next.
If you need to change something in your application after you’ve sent it, contact UKVI .
You can ask to cancel your application . You’ll only get your fee refunded if the application has not been processed yet.
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The cover letter you must submit for your Schengen Visa application is an important document that states the reason you are traveling to a certain Schengen country. In your Schengen Visa Application Cover Letter, you must address the Embassy or Consulate of the destination country you plan to visit, as your main goal is to persuade the Consular staff that you are a suitable candidate for receiving the Schengen visa.
Your Schengen tourist visa application cover letter should include the information listed below:
Amina Patel 1234 Main Street, New Delhi India Email: [Your Email] Phone: [Your Phone Number] November 10, 2023Embassy of Italy New Delhi IndiaSubject: Application for Schengen Tourist Visa – Amina Patel, Passport No: YZ123456Dear Visa Officer, I am writing to respectfully submit my application for a Schengen tourist visa for my planned visit to Italy, which is scheduled from February 1 to February 16, 2024. My intention is to experience Italy’s renowned cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and culinary delights. The primary objective of my journey is tourism and leisure. I am eager to delve into the local culture, sample authentic cuisine, and visit illustrious sites, including the Colosseum in Rome. As an avid admirer of European history and architecture, this trip represents a long-awaited dream. I am currently employed as a Marketing Executive at ABC Corporation in New Delhi, a position I have held since January 15, 2020. Enclosed is a letter from my employer, verifying my employment, the approval of my leave for this period, and my commitment to return to my position following my vacation. Please find attached the necessary documents to support my visa application: ● A duly completed and signed Schengen visa application form, along with passport-sized photographs. ● My valid passport, which includes my travel history. ● Comprehensive travel insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000. ● Round-trip flight reservations: Tokyo to Rome and return (February 1-16, 2024) via Japan Airlines. ● Confirmed hotel bookings for the duration of my stay in Italy. ● Employment and leave certificates from ABC Corporation. ● Financial documents demonstrating my economic stability, including Income Tax Returns, recent payslips, and bank statements. Planned Itinerary: ● [February 1, 2024]: Departure from New Delhi to Rome. ● [February 2-4, 2024]: Exploring Rome. ● [February 5-8, 2024]: Travel to and stay in Venice. ● [February 9-12, 2024]: Visit Florence and Tuscany region. ● [February 13-15, 2024]: Return to Rome; final exploration and shopping. ● [February 16, 2024]: Departure from Rome to New Delhi. I am genuinely excited about this trip and have taken through steps to ensure a well-organized and hassle-free journey. Should you require any additional information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me. I appreciate your consideration of my visa application and look forward to a positive response. Sincerely, Amina Patel |
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I'm married have a job with stable income.I have 2 kids. I have applied for UK visit visa about 7 years ago and was refused. I can't remember what exactly was the reason for refusal.
I want to travel for tourism to spend 9 days and my budget is around 1300GBP for the trip. I would be spending part of my annual leave in the UK. I have the following people in UK: Mother, Dad, Sister(she's married), Brother (married), Uncle and Aunt.
I'm travelling alone since my wife is pregnant. I haven't travelled since I was in school then.
I will be on my yearly 21 days annual leave during which I will be spending 9days in UK. I can't think of anything more about my circumstance.
So what should a cover letter look like?
secondly I have just 1 account where my salary is paid in monthly and my savings.I will be submitting the 6 months bank statement for the account.
Additional question:
In the income & expenditure where one is asked to indicate if I have income and savings,should I click Yes or No. And if Yes should state the ending balance as at the time of my application.
Based upon all you have written there is little to suggest that a cover letter would be especially helpful. It wouldn't do any harm, but I don't see anything that requires an act of wordsmithery or persuasive writing. So it's really optional in this case with the main objective to avoid introducing anything that would throw the application out-of-whack.
If you took it to a solicitor, they would compose a fairly neutral cover letter which took up these points...
The first page of the letter is devoted to the list of attachments, and the second page is devoted to your text. Because everything is (apparently) straightforward, you would be ill-advised to ramble beyond these two pages. You do NOT have to tell them that they are invited to contact you if they have further questions. They will wonder why you think it's important to raise that point. If you think your application is incomplete or will raise questions: do not submit it !
The letter itself is addressed to the "Consular Officer" at the post with cognizance for your application. If you do not know their name, the salutation is " To the Entry Clearance Officer: "
The subject line of the letter is:
Subject: Bob Cratchit, DOB: DD/MM/YYYY, Chinese national, GWF 00000000
Since this is such a plain vanilla case I do not see the need to copy the region or the Foreign Office Desk and certainly no reason to cc anyone in Parliament.
If the VFS tries to tell you that your letter is not required and removes it from your bundle (because they do stuff like that), it would be appropriate to make immediate representations.
Summary : based on everything you provided, the usefulness of a cover letter is marginal, you may be overthinking this part of the application .
The key word here is " other ", you answered the main questions in the previous section. Answer the questions using the natural meaning of the words so if you have 'other' put 'yes'.
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The Visa Commissioner
United Kingdom
Sub. Application requesting a visitor visa after refusal on 17 March 2022 (App. No.- FWG796403637)
Dear Sir/Madam
I am Prashant Chaudhary , an Indian national with passport number- (__). I am writing this application in support of my visitor visa request for the United Kingdom as I plan on visiting the nation for 15 days . I will be making this trip along with my wife and children who are minors (Prithvi Chaudhary,12, and Shubhman Chaudhary, 1.5 years). The motive with which we have applied for a visitor visa is to spend a vacation in the UK with my brother-in-law and his family who are currently living in Manchester. I would like to bring to your notice that unfortunately, I have received a visa refusal for the same. With this letter, I attempt to represent my scenario. My previous visa application was rejected on the following grounds-
Purpose of my visit
When I first met my now brother-in-law, I was sure that I would share a heart-warming relationship with him throughout my life. His positive approach toward life and enthusiastic zeal for all his goals made him a pleasing personality with whom I could spend suitable time talking about particular and random things. Since my marriage, we all looked forward to meeting each other frequently simply because we enjoyed each other’s company which was always filled with light-hearted bickering, friendly communication along with guidance and advice for each other’s lives. However, a specific thing that I always admired about him was the care and love he showed for his sister. My wife and her brother are eminently close to each other. I have seen them sharing all their ups and downs in life and are mutually dependent on each other for guidance. So, when my brother-in-law moved to the United Kingdom 21 months back, my family was quite disappointed as we were not able to meet him regularly. Although, in my observation, I can only say that ‘distance made the heart grow fonder’ for both siblings as they would constantly keep in touch through messages, calls, and social media. Even my kids would specifically demand to talk to their uncle as he would show them beautiful landscapes, attractive candies, and inviting play areas based in the lap of nature. My wife and son requested us to go on a vacation out of the country. When my wife expressed her desire to her brother, he immediately invited all of us to visit him in the UK so that we all could spend some time together as a family. I was also excited about this idea as I wanted to meet my brother-in-law as well since the time of his departure. I did not have the heart to deny my family the happiness they ought to get from this trip and assured them that I would soon plan out all the details. I am exceedingly excited about this vacation as I look forward to creating some precious memories together with all my loved ones in a single place. I have provided the invitation letter from my brother-in-law along with my profile.
Travel Details and Activity Plans
Since I am an employee of the Central Government of India, I had to explain clearly to my authorities why I wished to go on this trip. Keeping my schedule and work requirements in mind I finalized that we will be visiting the UK for 15 days. According to my planned arrangement, we will catch a flight to the UK on <add_date> and return to our home country India on <add_date>. With this application, I have attached a ‘consent letter’ from My Reporting Manager who has granted me leave, between these dates. I am hopeful that this short excursion will also allow us to enjoy some tourist activities in the country of UK. Our motive is to visit castles, theatres, historical sites, museums, butterfly farms, and other significant attractions in the country. My brother-in-law has also suggested that we all take a train to London so that we can witness the wonders of The British Museum & Natural History Museum, see the magnificence of Tower Bridge & London Eye, visit Buckingham Palace, Borough Market, etc. While we do plan on stopping by famous restaurants and bakeries to try out various world cuisines, we will also take delight in cooking our traditional Indian food sometimes that we will relish while seeing some family favorite movies. For the entire period of our trip, our accommodation facility has been arranged at my brother-in-law’s residence. We will be staying along with his family at their home which is situated at <add_address>.
Financial Ability to support our trip
I will bear the cost of our expenditure for our trip to the UK. As an IRS officer, I receive a monthly remuneration of INR 2,87,987 approximately (after statutory and other deductions). I have a share in my ancestral home which is currently valued at INR 1 Crore. My savings have allowed me to invest in mutual funds an amount of INR 24,87,165. As of now, its value is INR 35,34,100. I had accumulated savings of INR 50,00,000 in my Provident Fund.
A concern raised by the UK Commissioner in my previous visa request was the questionable deposit of INR 26,00,00 to my PNB bank account. To provide clarity on this, I must inform you that I received it from the selling of ancestral property in my hometown. My attached net worth certificate has detailed information about the use of this money.
I belong to a well-off family in India. We live a comfortable lifestyle and enjoy certain luxuries as well. I assure you that I have sufficient funds to sponsor my/my family’s travel, which is inclusive of travel fare, food requirements, touristy activities, or any other miscellaneous expenses. Under no circumstances whatsoever, I or my family will become a liability to the UK. My savings, investments, and income strengthen us to afford this international trip without any inconvenience.
Reasons to return to India
In Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, we live in a joint family in our ancestral home. Spending time with my family is a great stress buster as we are all greatly fond of each other. One of our goals as a family is to look after and care for my old parents. They are both exceedingly affectionate toward their grandkids and have already sought a promise from them to return home as soon as possible. I too am deeply connected with them and always try to go the extra mile to ensure that they do not face any kind of emotional or financial discomfort. Other than this, we siblings too are emotionally dependent on each other and are nothing less than a strong support system. Festivals and occasions in our house are nothing short of a celebration as we all prefer to live life to the fullest. Our family members too are excited about this international trip as they all will be awaiting presents and souvenirs for themselves. I share properties in India along with my siblings. I am responsible for looking after them and ensuring proper maintenance.
My employment with the IRS is not just a professional achievement for me but also a heartfelt duty and service to my nation and it is deeply valuable to me. It will not be an exaggeration to say that my job roles and responsibilities are the core of my existence. My dedication to my work is evident in the progress I have made since joining it in 2010 as an executive and now I am an officer. My department has willfully granted me leave to spend time with family on a vacation to the UK. Considering my high rank and the duties that come with it, I am obliged to join back work on (___) as my colleagues and authorities expect me to return to my work on time. Being a professional IRS employee, discipline is of the highest importance for me and I am not of the character to disrespect my work duties.
My elder son (Prithvi Chaudhary) is currently a student at Lucknow Public School. He is studying in grade 6 and is presently enjoying his summer vacation. He is supposed to join back school to resume his classes on (___). Thus, I assure you that after the conclusion of our holidays, we will be returning to India to resume our respective work and academic priorities in life.
To conclude my application, I, hereby, reiterate that the sole purpose of our trip to the UK is to unite with my brother-in-law and his family so that we can spend some quality time together before going back to our respective lives. As a part of this holiday, we aim to travel around the UK and explore its different tourist attractions to add to our life experiences and learnings. I am convinced that this short vacation will be highly beneficial for both our families as we build on family values for our children. I thank you for your patience and thorough perusal of my application. I have tried to explain my case to the best of my capability as I am ardently hopeful that you will grant me and my family a visitor visa so that we can spend some invaluable time with our loved ones in the UK.
Prashant Chaudhary
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The cover letter you must submit for your Schengen Visa application is an important document that states the reason you are traveling to a certain Schengen country. In your Schengen Visa Application Cover Letter, you must address the Embassy or Consulate of the destination country you plan to visit, as your main goal is to persuade the Consular staff that you are a suitable candidate for receiving the Schengen visa.
Your Schengen tourist visa application cover letter should include the information listed below:
Amina Patel 1234 Main Street, New Delhi India Email: [Your Email] Phone: [Your Phone Number] November 10, 2023Embassy of Italy New Delhi IndiaSubject: Application for Schengen Tourist Visa – Amina Patel, Passport No: YZ123456Dear Visa Officer, I am writing to respectfully submit my application for a Schengen tourist visa for my planned visit to Italy, which is scheduled from February 1 to February 16, 2024. My intention is to experience Italy’s renowned cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and culinary delights. The primary objective of my journey is tourism and leisure. I am eager to delve into the local culture, sample authentic cuisine, and visit illustrious sites, including the Colosseum in Rome. As an avid admirer of European history and architecture, this trip represents a long-awaited dream. I am currently employed as a Marketing Executive at ABC Corporation in New Delhi, a position I have held since January 15, 2020. Enclosed is a letter from my employer, verifying my employment, the approval of my leave for this period, and my commitment to return to my position following my vacation. Please find attached the necessary documents to support my visa application: ● A duly completed and signed Schengen visa application form, along with passport-sized photographs. ● My valid passport, which includes my travel history. ● Comprehensive travel insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000. ● Round-trip flight reservations: Tokyo to Rome and return (February 1-16, 2024) via Japan Airlines. ● Confirmed hotel bookings for the duration of my stay in Italy. ● Employment and leave certificates from ABC Corporation. ● Financial documents demonstrating my economic stability, including Income Tax Returns, recent payslips, and bank statements. Planned Itinerary: ● [February 1, 2024]: Departure from New Delhi to Rome. ● [February 2-4, 2024]: Exploring Rome. ● [February 5-8, 2024]: Travel to and stay in Venice. ● [February 9-12, 2024]: Visit Florence and Tuscany region. ● [February 13-15, 2024]: Return to Rome; final exploration and shopping. ● [February 16, 2024]: Departure from Rome to New Delhi. I am genuinely excited about this trip and have taken through steps to ensure a well-organized and hassle-free journey. Should you require any additional information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me. I appreciate your consideration of my visa application and look forward to a positive response. Sincerely, Amina Patel |
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123 Embassy Street, New Delhi, 110001, India. Dear Visa Officer, This cover letter for visa is in connection to my application for a UK Tourist Visa from India. I am excited about the opportunity to explore the United Kingdom for tourism purposes. I am a permanent resident of India, and my passport number is A1234567.
Applicant's Cover Letter Sample For UK Visit Visa/Tourist Visa Application. Take a look at this applicant's cover letter sample. Basically, a cover letter states the purpose of your travel, planned travel dates and duration of stay in the UK, itineraries, proof of travel funding, if you have a sponsor, state your relationship to the sponsor and the circumstances of such.
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My UK visit visa got refused and nw I want to apply again immediately. I had applied for UK visit visa but it got refused due to some reasons as mentioned in refusal letter. The mistake I did is that I forgot to submit my salary account statement but apart from this.they raised some more concern regarding my trip.
The cover letter you must submit for your Schengen Visa application is an important document that states the reason you are traveling to a certain Schengen country. In your Schengen Visa Application Cover Letter, you must address the Embassy or Consulate of the destination country you plan to visit, as your main goal is to persuade the Consular ...
I'm married have a job with stable income.I have 2 kids. I have applied for UK visit visa about 7 years ago and was refused. I can't remember what exactly was the reason for refusal. I want to travel for tourism to spend 9 days and my budget is around 1300GBP for the trip. I would be spending part of my annual leave in the UK.
To. The Visa Commissioner. United Kingdom. Sub. Application requesting a visitor visa after refusal on 17 March 2022 (App. No.- FWG796403637) Dear Sir/Madam. I am Prashant Chaudhary, an Indian national with passport number- (__). I am writing this application in support of my visitor visa request for the United Kingdom as I plan on visiting the ...
The cover letter you must submit for your Schengen Visa application is an important document that states the reason you are traveling to a certain Schengen country. In your Schengen Visa Application Cover Letter, you must address the Embassy or Consulate of the destination country you plan to visit, as your main goal is to persuade the Consular ...