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Letter of Support for Immigration

Q: Does it need to be notarized?

No, USCIS does not require it. A signed, dated letter with your real contact information is what carries weight. That said, many people choose to notarize their letter to add credibility, and it is more common for cases in removal proceedings, at bond hearings, or where other documentation is thin. Notarization is optional, this page lets you add it in the same step as writing the letter.

Answer a few questions and we write your letter of support in a clear, properly formatted structure, then attach it to your online notarization session. After you click Continue to secure payment, your document is ready and you are taken straight into your session.

1Fill it out

2Pay securely

3Notarize online

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Letter details

Date of this letterYour email (for payment receipt and to access your notarization session)

About you (the person writing this letter)

Your full legal nameYour immigration status (e.g. U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident) (optional)Your address (optional)Your phone numberYour relationship to them, and how long you've known them (e.g. "I have known John for 8 years as his coworker and close friend.")

About the person you are supporting

Their full legal nameWhat is this letter for (e.g. green card application, citizenship, bond hearing, removal proceedings) (optional)

Your letter

Describe their character, honesty and reliability, with specific examplesTheir contributions to family, work, or community (optional)The hardship their family would face without them (optional)Anything else you would like to include (optional)

Your signature and the notary section are completed live during your notarization session, not here.

You must bring a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID to your notarization session: a driver's license, non-driver ID, NYC IDNYC card, passport, or other official government ID. Please keep it on hand, you will present it again in front of the notary.

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A letter of support for immigration is a personal letter written on behalf of someone in an immigration case, vouching for their good character, their ties to family and community, and why they deserve favorable consideration. It is commonly written by a family member, friend, employer, or community member, and submitted with the person’s application or presented in immigration court.

When you write one

Supporting a family member’s green card or citizenship case
Vouching for a friend or coworker
Cases in removal (deportation) proceedings or a bond hearing
Any time someone asks for a character or support letter for immigration

How it works

1. Fill it out. Tell us about yourself, your relationship to the person, and what makes your support letter strong, their character, contributions, and (if relevant) the hardship they would face.
2. Pay securely. Your completed letter is automatically prepared and attached to your notarization session. $25 flat.
3. Notarize online. Your signature and the notary section are completed live, over secure video, in about fifteen minutes.

Frequently asked questions

Does it need to be notarized?

No, USCIS does not require it. A signed, dated letter with your real contact information is what carries weight. That said, many people choose to notarize their letter to add credibility, and it is more common for cases in removal proceedings, at bond hearings, or where other documentation is thin. Notarization is optional, this page lets you add it in the same step as writing the letter.

Can I write a letter of support for a family member?

Yes, family letters are among the most common and effective, see our sample for a family member.

Can I write one for a friend?

Yes, see our sample for a friend.

How do I make it stronger?

Be specific and personal, with real examples rather than general praise, and read how to write a letter of support for immigration.

How fast can I get this notarized?

The whole process, filling it out, paying, and notarizing online, typically takes about fifteen minutes.

Can I download the notarized letter right after my session?

Yes. As soon as your notarization session ends, you are emailed the completed, notarized letter so you can download it right away. Make sure to save it within 7 days.

More free notarizable templates

This template is provided for general informational purposes and is not legal advice. USCIS does not require letters of support to be notarized, notarization is optional. For advice on an immigration case, consult a licensed immigration attorney. Your signature and the notary section are completed live during your online notarization session, not on this page.