ECB11 - Significance of information from a sponsor

This is internal guidance for use by entry clearance (visa) staff on the handling of visa applications made outside the UK. It is a live document under constant review and is for information only.

ECB11.1 Significance of information from a sponsor

Although the intentions of the applicant are paramount, the Courts have consistently held that a sponsor's information is relevant although only a sponsor's undertaking on maintenance and accommodation is mentioned specifically in the Rules - See ECB12 Undertakings.

This means that the ECO should give consideration to whatever a sponsor produces in support of an application and note anything that has a bearing on the case. Recording evidence from the sponsor will assist in rebutting any later accusation that the sponsor was excluded from the process.