Formal Leave of Absence Letter Request: Written Example
This leave of absence example letter provides a formal request for a leave of absence from work, following a discussion with the employee's supervisor.
Your Name
Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Date
Supervisor’s Name
Title
Organization
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Mr./Ms. (Last Name)
This letter is a formal request for a leave of absence, to follow up on our meeting yesterday. As we discussed, I would like to request a leave of absence from April 1 through June 30, 20XX.
I will return to work on July 1, 20XX.
Please let me know if I can provide further information or if you have any questions.
Thank you very much for your consideration in providing me with this opportunity for personal leave.
Sincerely,
Your Signature (hard copy letter)
Your Typed Name
How to Email a Formal Leave of Absence Request
Here's an example of an email message requesting a leave of absence.
Subject: Leave of Absence for ______ Days
Dear Sir / Ma`am,
As we discussed yesterday, I would like to request a formal leave of absence from my job. I plan to be away from July 1, 20XX - December 31, 20XX, returning to work on January 1, 20XX.
If approved, I would be glad to help with a plan to cover my workload in my absence. I would also be available to answer questions and provide assistance while I am away.
Please let me know if you need any additional information.
Thank you very much for your consideration of my request.
Best,
Your Name
What to Include in Your Formal Letter
When requesting a formal leave of absence your letter should include:
1) Request for a leave of absence
2) The dates you expect to be away from work
3) The date you plan to return to work
4) An offer to provide assistance, if feasible
5) Thanks for considering your request
See above for examples of letters requesting a formal leave, as well as letters and email messages specifying a reason for asking for extended time away from work.
This leave of absence example letter provides a formal request for a leave of absence from work, following a discussion with the employee's supervisor.
Your Name
Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Date
Supervisor’s Name
Title
Organization
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Mr./Ms. (Last Name)
This letter is a formal request for a leave of absence, to follow up on our meeting yesterday. As we discussed, I would like to request a leave of absence from April 1 through June 30, 20XX.
I will return to work on July 1, 20XX.
Please let me know if I can provide further information or if you have any questions.
Thank you very much for your consideration in providing me with this opportunity for personal leave.
Sincerely,
Your Signature (hard copy letter)
Your Typed Name
How to Email a Formal Leave of Absence Request
Here's an example of an email message requesting a leave of absence.
Subject: Leave of Absence for ______ Days
Dear Sir / Ma`am,
As we discussed yesterday, I would like to request a formal leave of absence from my job. I plan to be away from July 1, 20XX - December 31, 20XX, returning to work on January 1, 20XX.
If approved, I would be glad to help with a plan to cover my workload in my absence. I would also be available to answer questions and provide assistance while I am away.
Please let me know if you need any additional information.
Thank you very much for your consideration of my request.
Best,
Your Name
What to Include in Your Formal Letter
When requesting a formal leave of absence your letter should include:
1) Request for a leave of absence
2) The dates you expect to be away from work
3) The date you plan to return to work
4) An offer to provide assistance, if feasible
5) Thanks for considering your request
See above for examples of letters requesting a formal leave, as well as letters and email messages specifying a reason for asking for extended time away from work.
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