PTO Request Letter

A professional letter to request paid time off from your employer.

Use case: Use this template when requesting vacation days, personal time off, or any planned absence.

Letter Template

Subject: PTO Request - [Your Name] - [Dates]

Dear [Manager's Name],

I am writing to formally request paid time off from [Start Date] to [End Date], for a total of [X] days.

During my absence, I will ensure that:
- All pending projects are completed or delegated appropriately
- [Colleague's Name] will be available to handle any urgent matters
- I will provide a detailed handoff document before my departure

I have confirmed that this time does not conflict with any critical deadlines or team commitments. My current PTO balance is [X] days, and this request would use [X] days.

Please let me know if you need any additional information or if there are any concerns with these dates.

Thank you for considering my request.

Best regards,
[Your Name]
[Your Position]
[Date]

Copy and customize this template for your specific situation. Replace [bracketed text] with your information.

Tips for This Letter

*Submit your request at least 2-4 weeks in advance
*Check your company's PTO policy for any blackout dates
*Arrange coverage before submitting the request
*Be flexible with dates if possible
*Follow up if you don't hear back within a few days

When to Use This Template

Vacation planningPersonal appointments requiring multiple daysFamily eventsMental health breaks

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