If staying with a friend or family, what details must their invitation letter contain?

If you’re staying with friends or family in a Schengen country, you’ll need an invitation letter from your host. This letter proves where you’ll stay and helps the embassy verify your travel purpose and relationship. Here’s what your host’s invitation letter must include: 👤 1. Host’s Personal Information • Full name • Full address in the Schengen country • Contact number and email • Copy of passport or residence permit (if not a citizen) 🧳 2. Guest Information (You) • Full name (as in passport) • Date of birth and passport number • Relationship to the host • Duration and exact dates of stay 🏠 3. Accommodation Details • Address where you’ll be staying • Confirmation that the host will provide accommodation for the entire stay 📄 4. Purpose and Responsibility Statement • Reason for your visit (tourism, family visit, etc.) • A clear statement that the host takes responsibility for your stay and will ensure you return to your home country after your visit ✍️ 5. Signature and Date • Must be signed and dated by the host • Some embassies may require it to be notarized or stamped by local authorities 💡 Tip from Outbound Singapore: We provide sample invitation letter templates tailored for each Schengen embassy, ensuring your document meets every requirement and avoids rejection risks.