[15 June 2005]

Consulate General of [Italy] in Shanghai

Visa Section

[address]

To whom it may concern,

Subject: Tourist Visa Application

We hereby certify that [Mr./Ms. XXX] hold of passport No. [XXXXX] has been employed by this company as a [title] since [month/year].

We have approved [Mr./Ms. XXX]’s annual leave from [date/month/year] to [date/month/year].  [Mr./Ms. XXX] will resume [his/her] duties with this firm on her return to Shanghai on [date/month/year].

We are confident that [Mr./Ms. XXX] will return to work on time.  The purpose of [Mr./Ms. XXX]’s trip is tourism.  [He/she] will not seek any employment or residency in [Italy] and will abide by [Italian] laws and regulations.

We would be very grateful if you would approve [Mr./Ms. XXX]’s application for a tourist visa.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me on [Tel no.].

Very truly yours,

[Company Name]

By: _______________________

[Name]

[Title]