Write a leave request email

From the dates, reason and open work, writes a polite leave email with a clear handover plan.

What you send

Write a leave request email to my manager from the details below, polite and short, with a handover plan for my open work. Suggest a subject line.

Name: Sara. Manager: Mr. Khaled. Leave: 15 to 19 November 2026 (five working days). Reason: family matter. Open work: the monthly sales report and two client follow-ups. Proposed cover: my colleague Reem.

What you get

Subject: Leave Request – 15–19 November 2026

Dear Mr. Khaled,

I would like to request leave from 15 to 19 November 2026 (five working days) due to a family matter.

During my absence, I will hand over my open tasks to my colleague Reem:

  • Monthly sales report: I will prepare the data and update before my leave; Reem can finalize and submit it if needed.
  • Two client follow-ups: I will brief Reem on the status and next steps to ensure timely follow-up.

I will be available before my leave to complete any necessary handover.

Thank you for your consideration.

Best regards,
Sara

How it works

  1. Give the dates and a short reason.
  2. List your open work and who covers it.
  3. Read the email and adjust the tone if needed.

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