Write your letter
Nothing is sent anywhere. The letter is written inside your browser, so your passport details stay on your device.
Rules for a letter that works
- Write only what is true. False information is a common reason for refusal and can lead to a ban on later applications.
- Make every detail match your application form, bookings and documents: dates, cities, employer, amounts.
- Keep it to one page. Officers read hundreds of files.
- Sign the printed letter and attach the documents it lists.
- Use real bookings. Fake tickets or hotel bookings are rejected and risky. See how to spot fake bookings.
What to attach
The letter lists the documents you tell it you have. Each embassy has its own list, so check yours and compare it with our Schengen visa documents checklist. If a visa was refused before, read Schengen visa refused: reasons and next steps before you apply again.
General information only
This guide is information, not legal advice. Rules change and every case is different, so confirm with the airline, the national enforcement body or a qualified lawyer before you act. ArrivalCardGuide does not file claims and takes no share of any money you recover.
Questions and answers
Is this letter free?
Yes. The tool is free, needs no account and never stores your data.
Does a cover letter guarantee a visa?
No. The embassy decides on your documents, funds and ties to your home country. A clear letter helps the officer understand your plan, but it does not replace the required documents.
Can I use it for countries outside the Schengen area?
Yes. Edit the subject line and the visa name, and add anything that embassy asks for.
Do I need to pay an agent?
Not for a cover letter. You can write it yourself with this tool, then check your embassy's official requirements.
Sources
Facts were read in these sources on 2026-10-19. Always confirm the latest rules with the official authority before you claim.