Everyday emails / Let someone know you’re late
Running Late Message Generator
Give an updated arrival time and a practical next step. Fill in your details, then edit and copy the complete message.
Subject: Updated arrival time for [Meeting, appointment or shift]
Hi [Recipient’s name],
I’m running late for [Meeting, appointment or shift] and expect to arrive at [Updated arrival time, including timezone if needed]. I’m sorry for the disruption.
[What should happen in the meantime?]
I’ll let you know if that estimate changes.
[Your name]
Before you send
Use a realistic arrival estimate. For a text message, remove the subject line and greeting in the wording editor.
Check the names, dates and commitments. Copy the message into the conversation, open your email app, or keep an editable Word copy.
Useful next time
Save this template for quick access. Your draft and wording edits are remembered on this device, and “Start a new draft” keeps the previous version in your workspace.