Everyday emails / Request time off
Time-off Request Email Generator
Put your dates and coverage plan into a clear request. Fill in your details, then edit and copy the complete message.
Subject: Time-off request: [First day away] to [Last day away]
Hi [Manager’s name],
I’d like to request time off from [First day away] through [Last day away], with a planned return on [Date you plan to return].
My proposed coverage plan is:
[Coverage and handover plan]
Please let me know whether these dates work for the team and which approval steps I should complete.
Thank you,
[Your name]
Before you send
Confirm your workplace’s request process and approval before making commitments. Include only the personal information you want to share.
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
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