Money
Affidavit of Support
Also called sponsor letter, sponsorship affidavit
What is an affidavit of support?
An affidavit of support is a sworn statement from a sponsor confirming that they will fund your study, submitted with their own financial documents and evidence of their relationship to you. US applications commonly require it alongside the I-20 financial documentation.
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Who needs an affidavit of support?
Applicants funded by a parent, relative or third party rather than by their own funds or a loan.
Common mistakes
- A sponsor whose stated income does not support the amount promised
- No documentary evidence of the relationship