Human resources
Leave request template
Reviewed against the Labour Law — Regulator: Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development — Last reviewed: 6 November 2026
This template follows the law of Saudi Arabia, not the law of the United States or any other country. Naming the regulator identifies the law that applies; it does not mean the regulator approved this template. This is a general template and does not replace advice on your own case.
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Leave Request
Date: Date
Reference No.: Reference Number
To: Manager Name, Manager Position
Department: Department Name
Subject: Request for Type of Leave
Dear Manager Name,
I, the undersigned, Employee Name, holding ID Number ID Number and working as Job Title in Department Name, respectfully request your approval of Type of Leave for a total of Number of Days days, starting on Start Date and ending on End Date, with my return to work expected on Return Date. During my absence, my duties will be covered by Replacement Employee Name, Replacement Employee Position, and I can be reached on Mobile Number or by email at Email Address should an urgent matter arise. I would be grateful for your kind consideration and approval of this request in accordance with the company leave policy and the Saudi Labour Law.
With sincere thanks and appreciation,
Employee Name: Employee Name
Job Title: Job Title
Signature: ____________________
Date: Date
Approval
| Decision | Name and Title | Signature | Date |
| Direct Manager: Approved / Not Approved | Manager Name, Manager Position | ____________ | Date |
| HR Department: Recorded | HR Officer Name | ____________ | Date |
Stamp: ____________________