The Sponsor Letter is a vital document in any UK Spouse Visa application. It demonstrates that the UK-based partner — who must be a British citizen, settled resident, or person with refugee or humanitarian protection status — intends to support the applicant financially and emotionally while living together in the United Kingdom.
Purpose of the Sponsor Letter
This letter supports the relationship, accommodation, and financial requirements outlined in Appendix FM of the UK Immigration Rules. It provides UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) with a clear, personal statement from the UK sponsor confirming key details such as:
- The nature of the relationship and its history.
- The intention to live together permanently in the UK.
- Details of current or planned accommodation.
- Financial stability and compliance with Home Office thresholds.
UK Spouse Visa Sponsor Letter Example (2026)
Below is a sample template. Adapt this text to reflect your own circumstances and ensure that every detail is accurate and supported by documentary evidence.
[Your Full Name]
[Full Address in the UK]
[Postcode]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]UK Visas and Immigration
[Date]Subject: Sponsor Letter in Support of Spouse Visa Application
Dear Sir/Madam,
I, [Sponsor’s Full Name], am writing to confirm my sponsorship of [Applicant’s Full Name] for their UK Spouse Visa application. I am a [British citizen / person settled in the UK / person with refugee or humanitarian protection status] residing at the address above.
We have been in a genuine and subsisting relationship since [month, year], and we were legally married / entered into a civil partnership on [date] in [location]. Supporting documents such as our marriage certificate, photographs, and communication records are enclosed.
We intend to live together at [UK address] once the visa is granted. This accommodation meets UK housing standards and provides suitable living space for both of us (and any dependants, if applicable).
I am employed as a [job title] with [company name], earning [£amount] per year. Enclosed are my recent payslips, bank statements, and P60, which demonstrate that I meet the financial requirement under Appendix FM-SE.
I fully support this application and confirm my commitment to supporting [Applicant’s Name] financially and emotionally during their residence in the UK.
Yours faithfully,
[Signature]
[Full Name]
How to Format and Submit
- Type, sign, and date the letter clearly before uploading.
- Include it in your Spouse Visa Documents Checklist (2026) and submit via the Digital Document Upload Guide.
- Ensure the letter’s details match those provided in your online visa form and supporting evidence.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using a vague or emotional tone without factual evidence.
- Failing to mention financial arrangements or current employment details.
- Not signing or dating the letter.
- Inconsistencies between the letter and the application form.
About This Page
Author: UK Visa Applications Editorial Team
Reviewed by: Michael Gibbons, UK Solicitor and Regulated Immigration Advisor
Last Updated: 8 January 2026.