Wednesday, 2 November 2011

Student Sponsorship Letter for Visa

There is no standard pattern of making a student sponsorship letter for visa of USA, Canada, Australia, UK or any other country. Just keep in mind to make it precise and to the point. Include all relevant information about the student and sponsor in the letter.

The sponsorship letter for English speaking countries should preferably be in English, or if not, it must be accompanied by an English translation.

The Student Sponsorship Letter for Visa should confirm the following:
• The sponsor’s full name and address
• Why he is sponsoring your dependant; for instance a relative or friend
• What course you are going to study
• Sponsor’s income proof; Bank statement of previous 6 months, Income tax certificate, salary slip or any other document which proof the financial stability of sponsor
• Confirmation that he or she is happy to provide financial support to the student


Sample Student Sponsorship Letter for Visa

100 Example Street
Toronto, ON S9E 9C3

October 01, 2011

The Visa Officer
Canadian Embassy, [City, Country]

Re: Financial Support for Ms. Sara Smith

Dear Sir / Madam:

This is to confirm that I, John Doe, am the maternal uncle of Ms. Sara Smith and that I will financially support her during the entire period of her stay in Canada. This includes her travelling, lodging, tuition and all kinds of her expenses in Canada. She is intending to pursue her studies in Fine Arts at the Humber College Toronto.

I am a permanent resident of Canada having annual income of 78,000/- CAD. I am contented to act as financial sponsor for my niece whilst she stay in the Canada. Please refer to original documents attached including my bank statement, income tax returns, and salary slips. These documents clearly show my financial stability and savings.

In case of any query please contact me on my cell at (999) 999-9999.

Sincerely,

(Signature)
John Doe



Enc.
• Bank Statement
• Income Tax Returns
• Salary Slips

How to Renew or Extend Student Visa for Canada

If you want to renew your study permit or extend your stay in Canada as a student, you have to complete the Application to Change Conditions  . First of all, check the expiry date on your study permit, and ensure you submit an application before that expiry of your previous visa. Keep in mind that you should submit an application for renewal at least 30 days prior to your current study permit expires.

In case you submit an application for a renewal or extension of your study permit and the permit expires before you take delivery of an answer, you can carry on to study in Canada under the similar conditions until you receive a result.

You should submit an application to renew or extend your study permit if you plan to travel outside Canada and your study permit will expire at the same time as you are travelling.

Note: You cannot renew or extend your student visa beyond the expiry date on your passport.

If your student visa has expired, and you have not applied for a renewal, you have to leave Canada.

Restoring your Student status in Canada
In a number of cases, you may submit an application to reinstate your status as a student in 90 days of losing it. You might only submit an application if you have sustained to meet the requirements under which you were allowable to enter and stay in Canada and you have met the entire conditions obligatory on your permit.

After you submit an application to reinstate your status, you might stay in Canada until a conclusion is made on your application but you are not permissible to study until your student status has been restored.

Tuesday, 1 November 2011

Invitation Letter for Business Visa

While writing an invitation letter for business visa, keep in mind that it should be concise and to the point. Never give any unnecessary information in your invitation letter for business visa and always print it on your company’s official letterhead.

Following is a good sample of invitation letter for business visa. Although this letter is written specifically for US Business visa but it can also be used for the business visa of other countries such as Australia, UK, Canada, Russia and Ireland.


Sample Invitation Letter for Business Visa

32 Example Street
Jersey City, NJ 69888

November 01, 2011

Consulate General of USA
[Address]

Re: Issuance of Business Visa to Mr. Charles Anderson

Dear Sir / Madam:

We are writing to request a business visa for Mr. Charles Anderson, Senior Operations Manager of TATA Consultancy, New Delhi India, who will visit USA in January 2012.

During his visit, he will meet with our business partners in Jersey City to talk regarding issues of business collaboration. Since Mr. Anderson is anticipated to visit USA multiple times in the near future, we would be grateful if you could issue him a multiple entry visa.

Our company will be financially responsible for Mr. Anderson’s visit, including roundtrip airfare, room and board in addition to other miscellaneous expenses.

In case of any questions, please feel free to contact us during office time at (999) 999-9999 or send me email [Official Email Address Here].


Sincerely,

(Signature)
Sara Smith
Managing Director
XYZ Company

Friday, 30 September 2011

Sample letter of invitation for UK visa

65 North Street
London UK

March 11. 2011

[Embassy / Home Office Address]



To Whom It May Concern:

Re: Invitation for UK visit: Mr. John Doe; DOB May 5, 1974; Nationality: Indian

I am writing to certify that I wish to invite Mr. John Doe to visit me in the UK for 3 weeks with the purpose of having a short holiday. I anticipate that he will be able to come on June 01, 2011.

At present, I am studying at RIMS College have leave to remain until December 30, 2011. I will bear all his expenses and able to provide him lodgings for the duration of his entire stay in the UK. Please find attached proof of my residence and proof of my financial status.

Following documents are enclosed herewith for reference
• A copy of my passport
• Certificate of student status
• Rental agreement with the tenant
• Bank statement of previous 6 months

I assure that he will leave UK after 3 weeks of his visit. Should you need any further information please do not hesitate to contact me on [Your Contact #].


Sincerely,


Anna Smith

Immigration Lawyers in Montreal Canada

Following are some renowned and the best immigration lawyers in Montreal Canada.

Immigration Lawyers Gad Parienté
83 St-Paul W.
Montreal H2Y 1Z1
Québec, Canada
Tel: (514) 961-6222
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215 Redfern Avenue, Suite 118
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Michel Beaubien & Associés
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Penalties for Illegal Immigration into Canada and United States

Illegal immigration into the Canada and United states is a new threat for the economies of both North American Countries. Illegal Immigrants in these countries work on very low wage and therefore exploit the rights of natives and permanent residents.

Supporters for illegal immigration try to cover it as a victimless crime, but the truth is that illegal immigration causes ample damage to Canadian and American citizens and legal immigrants / Permanent Residents, mainly those in the weakest sectors of their population i.e. the poor, minorities, and kids.

There are several penalties imposed by the both governments to curb the menace of illegal immigration including:
• Punishment by criminal fines and imprisonment for up to six months. Repeat offenses can bring up to two years in detention center. Extra civil fines might be imposed at the judgment of immigration jury, but civil fines do not counteract the criminal sanctions or nature of the offense.
• Deportation of the whole family
• No access to public funds and free healthcare
• Paid education for children

Illegal immigrants in Canada and United Stated face the following difficulties:
• Slavery and poor working environment: Illegal immigrants are forced to work in a working environment where the citizens don’t want to work. They might be hired in life threatening professions at a very low wage.
• They have to work as a second class citizen having no rights on public health or safety.
• They might be abused by the police due to their status and unfamiliarity with the local language
• Every year there are hundreds of illegal Immigrant dies by exposure in the deserts of Southwestern United States for the duration of the hot summer season.

Illegal Immigrants are a threat for Legal Immigrants because:
• They cause a huge drain on public funds.
• Taxes paid by immigrants do not start to cover the cost of services received by them.
• The quality of education, health care and other services for Canadians and Americans are damaged by the requirements of never-ending numbers of poor, unskilled illegal immigrants.
• Job competition by waves of illegal immigrants distressed for any job unjustly depresses the wages and working conditions offered to legal workers, hitting hardest at minority workers and those with no high school degrees.

Guest Invitation Letter to USA

While writing a guest invitation letter to USA for visitor visa purpose, keep in mind that you have to assure the visa officer that your guest will leave USA before the expiry date of visa. Also make him sure that there is no intension of your guest to live permanently in U.S. Show his strong ties with his country of origin.

Always write a short letter and keep it to the point. Look at the following Sample to get the idea what should be written in the invitation letter.


Guest Invitation Letter to USA

32 Example Street
Atlantic City NJ 65999

April 11, 2012

Consular Officer
United States (Consulate or Embassy)
(City), (Country)


Re: Visitor Visa Request for Ms. Mary Wright

Dear Sir / Madam:

My name is John K. Smith, H1B visa holder and employee at Microsoft Corporation in Atlantic City, New Jersey, where I am working as a Senior Network Manager. A transcript and a copy of my Employment Certificate and Pay Slips and Income Tax Returns are enclosed herewith as proof of my employment.

[Write the purpose of visit of your guest in the second paragraph]
I wish to invite my cousin to visit me in order to attend my wedding ceremony which will held in June 12, 2012. She will also visit different picnic and leisure places during her stay in USA.

Name: Ms. Mary Wright
Date of Birth: May 22, 1982
Passport Number: NG6987774
Country of Issue: United Kingdom

Please assist her in receiving a visitor visa so that she may join my wedding ceremony as my guest.

Ms. Mary will stay with me at 32 Example Street, Atlantic City NJ 65999 for the entire duration of her visit, and the costs of her air ticket and visit will be covered by me. Please see the attached salary slip and tax returns for more details. I assure you that she will leave USA before the expiry of her visa. In case of any query please call me any time on my cell: (999) 999-9999.

Thank you for your time and consideration.


Sincerely,

(Signature)
John K. Smith