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Request for Sick Leave - Template, Sample Form

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What is a Request for Sick Leave?

A Request for Sick Leave 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 Request for Sick Leave cover?

The Request for Sick Leave is organised into sections covering RE: REQUEST FOR, SICK, LEAVE, so the important points are captured in a clear, consistent structure.

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Dear Sir/Madam,

RE: REQUEST FOR SICK LEAVE

I am writing to follow up on the conversation we had on ________ regarding my sick leave request. As you are aware, I need to take a sick leave from work because of the following:

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If any urgent matter arises during my sick leave, please contact me by phone- ________ or email- ________. I would be grateful if you could approve my request for sick leave with effect from ________ to ________. I will resume my duties immediately upon recovery and the expiration of the leave period. I assure you that I will hand over any pending tasks to a colleague to ensure a smooth continuation of work in my absence.

Thank you for your understanding. I look forward to hearing from you.


Yours faithfully,





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