Sample Invitation Letter

Date: _________
 

United States Consulate General
(Address of Foreign Consulate Where Person Will Apply for the Visa)

Dear Honorable Consul:

    My name is _______, and I reside at _____________________________.

    I am a United States citizen (or lawful permanent resident alien).

    I am requesting that you issue a tourist (B-2) visa to ___________, in order to allow her/him to visit with me in the United States.

    (Explain your relationship to the person in number 3 above).

    _________ will be visiting with me from ______ to ______.  (Explain why you want the person to visit).

    During her/his stay in the United States, she/he will stay with me at my home/apt. at the address stated above.  I will be responsible for all of her/his room and board expenses while she/he is in the United States.

    Upon the termination of her/his visit, she/he will return to _________.

    _______ will be presenting this letter to you, together with other evidence to establish her/his close ties to her/his country, and to assure you that she/he will return prior to the expiration of their stay in the United States.

Your kind consideration to this request will be greatly appreciated.

Very truly yours,

Name:
Address:
Telephone No: