family sponsorship letter for us visa

Affidavit of Financial Support and Sponsorship

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed information accurately. Ensure that the financial data provided corresponds with official bank statements or tax documents attached to this letter.
• Print this document on company letterhead if you are sponsoring as a business entity, or use high-quality bond paper if sponsoring as an individual.
• Once completed, sign the document in the presence of a Notary Public to ensure the affidavit carries the necessary weight for consular or immigration review.

Parties and Definitions

This Affidavit of Sponsorship is executed on this [Day] day of [Month], [Year], by:

Sponsor: [Full Legal Name of Sponsor], residing at [Sponsor Residential Address], holding [Passport/ID Number].

Beneficiary: [Full Legal Name of Visa Applicant], residing at [Applicant Residential Address], holding [Passport Number].

Relationship: The Sponsor is the [Relationship, e.g., Parent/Sibling/Spouse] of the Beneficiary.

Operative Clauses

1. Purpose of Sponsorship: The Sponsor hereby affirms their intent to act as the primary financial guarantor for the Beneficiary during their stay in the United States. This sponsorship is intended to support the Beneficiary’s application for a [Visa Type, e.g., B-2 Tourist/F-1 Student] visa.

2. Financial Commitment: The Sponsor guarantees that they possess sufficient financial resources to provide for the Beneficiary’s travel, living expenses, and medical costs for the duration of the stay. The Sponsor commits to ensuring the Beneficiary will not become a "public charge" or require public assistance from the United States government.

3. Duration of Stay: The Beneficiary intends to arrive in the United States on or about [Expected Date of Arrival] and intends to depart on or about [Expected Date of Departure]. The Sponsor agrees to facilitate the Beneficiary's timely departure at the conclusion of the authorized period of stay.

4. Supporting Documentation: Attached to this affidavit are the following documents to verify financial capacity:

• Most recent bank statements for the past [Number] months.
• Proof of employment/Income tax returns for the previous tax year.
• [Other supporting evidence, e.g., property deeds or investment statements].

5. Governing Intent: The Sponsor understands that this letter is submitted to the U.S. Consular Officer or Department of Homeland Security official to assist in the adjudication of the Beneficiary’s visa application. The Sponsor certifies that all information provided is true and accurate to the best of their knowledge.

Signature and Acknowledgment

Sponsor Signature: __________

Printed Name: [Full Legal Name of Sponsor]

Title (if applicable): [Job Title/Capacity]

Date: [Date]

Subscribed and sworn to before me this [Day] day of [Month], [Year].

Notary Public Signature: __________

Seal:

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework and does not constitute formal legal advice. Immigration laws are complex and subject to frequent change. Consult with a qualified immigration attorney or accredited legal professional to ensure compliance with specific jurisdictional requirements and current U.S. immigration policy.