Notes

A leave of absence (LOA) is a period of time that one must be away from one's primary job, while maintaining the status of employee. The term may be used more restrictively to exclude other periods away from the workplace (e.g., vacations, paid time off, holidays, hiatuses, sabbaticals, working from home programs), with LOA used for exceptional circumstances; generally, such an arrangement has a predefined termination at a particular date or after a certain event has occurred.

A leave of absence (LOA) is an extended period of time off from your job. Depending on the organization, you may simply be able to ask for time off from work. Or, there may be a formal process you need to follow to get approved for a leave.

7. If a partial leave will enable you to meet your goals, explore the feasibility of reducing your hours to part-time. In some cases, a partial leave is preferable for all involved. A part-time proposal may be more acceptable to your employer, and you will maintain some cash flow.

Subject: Leave of Absence

Dear Mr./Ms. Lastname:
I would like to request a two month leave of absence for personal reasons. If possible, I would like the leave from work to begin on August 1, with a return date of October 1, 20XX.

If approved, I will be staying with family in Anycity during this time period and I would be glad to assist with any questions via email or phone whenever possible.

Thank you very much for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Your Signature (hard copy letter)

Your Typed Name