Letter of Support for Asylum Applicant Template

[Supporter’s Full Legal Name]
[Street Address]
[City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code]
[Country]
Phone: [Phone Number]
Email: [Email Address]

[Date]

To: [Name of Immigration Authority / Court / Tribunal / “To Whom It May Concern”]

Subject: Letter of Support for Asylum Applicant [Applicant’s Full Legal Name]

Dear Sir or Madam,

1. Supporter’s Identity and Background

My name is [Supporter’s Full Legal Name]. I was born on [Supporter’s Date of Birth] in [City, State/Province, Country]. I currently live at [Full Residential Address].

My current citizenship or immigration status is [Citizen / Permanent Resident / Other lawful status] of [Country].

I am currently [Supporter’s Occupation or Role], and I have been in this position since [Month, Year].

2. Relationship to the Asylum Applicant

I am writing this letter in support of [Applicant’s Full Legal Name], who is my [relationship, e.g., “close friend,” “family member,” “employee,” “student,” “congregant,” “neighbor”].

I have known [Applicant’s Name] since approximately [Month, Year]. We know each other through [brief description, e.g., “family and community,” “our workplace,” “our church/mosque/synagogue/temple,” “school,” “local community organization”].

I see or communicate with [Applicant’s Name] [frequency, e.g., “several times a week,” “regularly,” “at least once a month”], and I have had many opportunities to observe [his/her/their] behavior, character, and situation.

3. What I Know About the Applicant’s Character and Life

Based on my personal experience, I know [Applicant’s Name] to be a person of [short description, e.g., “honesty, responsibility, and kindness”].

Examples of [his/her/their] character include:

• [Specific example showing honesty or integrity.]

• [Specific example showing responsibility (work, school, or family life).]

• [Specific example showing kindness, community involvement, or helping others.]

[Applicant’s Name] is an important part of [family / workplace / community / congregation] and is respected by people who know [him/her/them].

4. What I Know About the Applicant’s Fears or Past Harm

From my conversations and contact with [Applicant’s Name], I understand that [he/she/they] is seeking asylum because of serious fear of harm in [Applicant’s Country of Origin].

To my knowledge, [brief description of what you know — without exaggeration — about threats, violence, discrimination, or other problems the applicant faced or fears in the home country].

I became aware of this situation around [Month, Year] when [briefly describe how you first learned about their difficulties or reasons for leaving]. Since then, I have seen how these experiences have affected [him/her/them], including [short description of emotional, physical, or practical impact you have personally observed].

5. Country Conditions or Risks (If Known)

From my own knowledge and experience, I am aware that in [Applicant’s Country of Origin], people like [Applicant’s Name] who are [brief description, e.g., “part of a particular religion/ethnic group,” “politically active,” “LGBTQ+,” “members of a certain social group”] may face [brief description of issues you know about, such as threats, harassment, violence, or discrimination].

I know this because [short explanation, e.g., “I lived there,” “I visited regularly,” “I have family there,” “I follow news and information about the country,” etc.].

Based on what I know, I am afraid that if [Applicant’s Name] is forced to return to [Country], [he/she/they] could face serious harm or danger.

6. Impact on Family and Community if Protection Is Denied

[Applicant’s Name] is important to me and to others here. If [his/her/their] asylum application is denied and [he/she/they] is removed from [Current Country], it would have a strong impact, including:

• [Describe personal emotional impact on you or immediate family, if relevant.]

• [Describe impact on any children, spouse, or relatives who depend on the applicant, if you know about it.]

• [Describe impact on workplace, community, or religious group, if applicable.]

In my view, [Applicant’s Name] has built a meaningful life here and contributes positively to those around [him/her/them].

7. Supporting Documents (If Any)

If relevant, I am enclosing or am willing to provide the following in support of this letter:

• [Letter or statement from a community or religious organization.]

• [Records from school, work, or community activities.]

• [Any other documents you personally have that support what you say.]

8. Statement of Truth and Contact Information

I declare that the information in this letter is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that this letter may be used in connection with an asylum or immigration proceeding.

If you need any additional information, you may contact me at:

Phone: [Phone Number]
Email: [Email Address]
Mailing Address: [Supporter’s Full Mailing Address]

Sincerely,

[Supporter’s Signature]

[Supporter’s Printed Full Legal Name]

[City, State/Province]
[Date of Signature]