Employee Leave Request Letter - Template, Sample Form Pro · NG-law

Valid in Nigeria · drafted to comply with local law

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What is a Employee Leave Request Letter?

A Employee Leave Request Letter is a ready-to-use legal template for Nigeria. You complete it by answering a few plain-English questions, then download the finished document in Word and PDF.

What does the Employee Leave Request Letter cover?

The Employee Leave Request Letter is organised into sections covering To, RE: APPLICATION FOR ANNUAL LEAVE, 1. Introduction, 2. Particulars of Leave Requested, 3. Handover and Continuity Arrangements, so the important points are captured in a clear, consistent structure.

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To:
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Dear Sir/Madam,

RE: APPLICATION FOR ANNUAL LEAVE

§ 1. Introduction

1.1. I write further to our discussion held on ________ to formally apply for my annual leave entitlement in accordance with the provisions of Section 18 of the Labour Act (Cap. L1, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004), the terms of my contract of employment dated ________, and the leave policy of ________ (the "Company").

1.2. I currently hold the position of ________ within the ________ department, and my staff/employee number is ________.

§ 2. Particulars of Leave Requested

2.1. I respectfully request to proceed on annual leave for a total of ________ working day(s).

2.2. The proposed period of leave shall commence on ________ and conclude on ________, with my expected resumption of duty being on ________.

2.3. As at the date of this application, I have an outstanding annual leave entitlement of ________ day(s) for the relevant leave year, which I confirm to be sufficient to cover the period applied for.

§ 3. Handover and Continuity Arrangements

3.1. I confirm that all pending tasks and obligations within my purview shall be duly completed or appropriately delegated prior to my departure.

3.2. During my absence, my responsibilities will be handled by ________ (________), to whom I shall provide a comprehensive handover note.

3.3. Without prejudice to the rest and recuperation purpose of annual leave, I shall remain reasonably reachable on ________ to address any urgent matters that may arise.

§ 4. Conclusion

4.2. I thank you for your kind consideration and understanding.

§ 5. Acknowledgement and Approval (for official use)

5.1. Leave approved / not approved: ________

5.2. Approved by: ________, ________

5.3. Date of approval: ________   Signature: ________

Yours faithfully,



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