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Use LeaveDraft to prepare a draft leave application for school, college, or work. Enter the details, review and edit the letter, then copy, print, or download it as a PDF. Selected formats include Hindi, Urdu, and country-specific examples. Check your school or employer’s requirements before submitting.

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Simple Process

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Use the generator to prepare a draft for a school or workplace leave request. Select a format, enter your details, and review the letter before downloading or sharing it.

1

Choose Your Leave Type

Select from school leave application, office leave application, college leave, Hindi chutti application, Urdu leave darkhwast, or US/UK FMLA format. Use the available options to draft common types of leave requests.

2

Fill in Your Details

Enter your name, school or company name, leave dates, and reason for leave. Use our smart form with auto-populated fields. Complete the form at your own pace and review the information before generating the letter.

3

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Instantly generate a professional leave application letter. Copy it, download as a formatted PDF, share on WhatsApp, or open directly in Gmail. Review the PDF after downloading and before submitting it.

Why LeaveDraft

Features of the Leave Application Generator

Built for students and professionals worldwide, LeaveDraft makes it effortless to generate a professional leave application or leave request email in any language or format.

Free to Use

The generator can be used without creating an account. You can review and edit the generated text before downloading, printing, or sharing it.

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No account is required to use the generator. Enter the relevant details, review the draft, and choose whether to download, print, copy, or share it.

Leave Application in Hindi & Urdu

Prepare a Hindi छुट्टी आवेदन पत्र or an Urdu درخواست برائے رخصت using the corresponding language option. Review the wording and adapt it to the requirements of your school or workplace.

FMLA & Annual Leave Letter (US/UK)

Draft formats are available for US leave requests related to FMLA, UK annual leave requests, and selected workplace situations in other countries. These templates do not replace official forms or employer procedures.

Global Coverage

Leave Application Formats for Selected Countries

LeaveDraft provides example formats for India, the USA, the UK, Spain, Mexico, Canada, Australia, the UAE, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Cyprus, Luxembourg, and Portugal. Requirements differ by institution, employer, and jurisdiction, so treat the examples as drafting aids and check the relevant rules before submitting a request.

🇮🇳 Leave Application Format India

The standard Indian leave application format begins with "To, The Principal/Manager," followed by the institution or company name, date, and a clear subject line. The salutation is "Respected Sir/Ma'am," and the letter closes with "Yours obediently" (for school and college) or "Yours sincerely" (for office). Whether writing a school leave application to the principal, a casual leave application for office, or a government employee leave request — this structure is commonly used, but individual schools and employers may have their own requirements.

🇺🇸 Leave Application Format USA — FMLA & PTO

US leave applications follow a professional business letter format addressed to your direct manager or HR department. For medical or family reasons, the FMLA leave letter must explicitly reference the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), state the anticipated leave duration, and include a coverage or handover plan. LeaveDraft can help draft a letter about a leave request related to FMLA. The template is not an official government form, legal advice, or a guarantee that eligibility or documentation requirements are met. Check your employer’s procedures and relevant official guidance before relying on it.

🇬🇧 Leave Application Format UK

British leave applications use "Dear [Line Manager's Name]," and refer to annual leave as "annual leave" or "holiday" rather than "vacation." The letter should specify the dates clearly, mention the notice period being observed, and offer a handover plan for pending work. Sick leave letter UK format requires a polite, concise explanation and may reference statutory sick pay entitlements. LeaveDraft generates annual leave request letters, sick leave letters, and parental leave letters in proper British English.

🇦🇪 Leave Application Format UAE

Leave applications in the UAE are typically formal letters addressed to the HR Manager or direct supervisor. Business culture in the UAE values politeness and professionalism — the letter should be respectful in tone, mention the leave type clearly (annual, sick, or emergency), and reference the notice given. Under UAE Labor Law, employees are entitled to annual leave based on service duration. LeaveDraft's UAE leave application generator creates professional, HR-ready letters that align with UAE workplace expectations.

🇧🇭 Leave Application Format Bahrain

Bahrain leave requests should clearly state the leave type, requested dates, and the employee's contact or handover details. LeaveDraft now provides a Bahrain country page and a dedicated Hajj leave application resource for employees looking for a professional request format.

🇨🇾 Leave Application Format Cyprus

Cyprus-specific leave requests use clear written notice to the employer and should distinguish annual, parental, paternity, unpaid, and other leave types. LeaveDraft provides a Cyprus country page and a dedicated parental leave request template for employees.

🇱🇺 Leave Application Format Luxembourg

For Luxembourg, English-language leave requests are especially useful for international employees. LeaveDraft's Luxembourg country page focuses on practical annual leave, extraordinary leave, and sick-leave communication templates for expat and multilingual workplaces.

🇵🇹 Leave Application Format Portugal

Portuguese leave requests use terms such as requerimento, falta justificada, marcação de férias, and licença sem retribuição. LeaveDraft's Portugal page links to dedicated templates for unpaid leave, child-care absences, school meetings, and holiday scheduling in European Portuguese.

Our Mission

About LeaveDraft

LeaveDraft was created by Ankit and Amrit with a simple goal: Help students and employees draft clear leave applications.

We noticed that people often struggle with the correct format, language, and professional wording when requesting time off. Whether it's a student needing a sick leave application in Hindi or an HR manager requiring an FMLA format in the US, the manual drafting process was slow and frustrating.

So, we built LeaveDraft: a browser-based tool that helps users prepare leave requests. You can review and edit the wording before downloading or sharing it.

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At a glance

What is LeaveDraft?

LeaveDraft is a browser-based tool for drafting leave requests and exporting letters as PDFs. It includes formats for selected school and workplace situations, with options for Hindi, Urdu, and some country-specific examples.

  • Browser-based letter draftingLetter generation runs in your browser. Recent letters and saved profile details may remain in local storage on this device. See the Privacy Policy for analytics and third-party resource information.
  • Core UtilityInstant leave application generator with one-click PDF download.
  • CostThe generator is currently available without an account or payment.
Sample Letters

Leave Application Samples

These examples show common school, office, college, and selected international formats. Use them as a starting point, adapt the details, and check any requirements that apply to your situation.

Sick Leave Application for School — English School
To,
The Principal,
[School Name]
Date: [Date]
Subject: Application for Sick Leave

Respected Sir/Ma'am,

I am writing to respectfully inform you that I, [Student Name], a student of Class [X], am suffering from fever and am unable to attend school from [date] to [date], a total of [X] days.

I request you to kindly grant me sick leave for this period. I will submit my medical certificate upon returning to school. My parents are aware of my condition and fully support this leave application.

Kindly consider my leave application for fever and oblige.

Yours obediently,
[Student Name]
Class [X], Roll No. [X]
Casual Leave Application for Office — English Office
To,
The Manager,
[Company Name]
Date: [Date]
Subject: Application for Casual Leave

Dear Sir/Ma'am,

I am writing to request casual leave from [start date] to [end date] ([X] days) due to a personal reason that requires my immediate attention at home. I have ensured that my current project deliverables are on schedule and have briefed my colleague [Name] to handle any urgent matters in my absence.

I assure you that this leave will not affect any ongoing projects. I will be reachable by phone for any urgent communication. Kindly approve my casual leave application for office.

Thanking you in anticipation,

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Designation]
FMLA Leave Letter — United States Format USA
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP]
Date: [Date]

[Manager's Name]
[Company Name]

Subject: Request for FMLA Leave

Dear [Manager's Name],

I am writing to formally request leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). I am requesting leave beginning [start date] and expect to return on [return date], for a total of [X] weeks. This leave is being requested due to [medical condition/family care need].

I understand my rights under the FMLA and will provide the required medical certification within 15 days. During my absence, [colleague name] has agreed to handle my key responsibilities. I appreciate your understanding and support.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Title]
Annual Leave Request Letter — UK Format UK
Date: [Date]

Dear [Line Manager's Name],

I am writing to formally request annual leave from [start date] to [end date], returning to work on [return date]. This amounts to [X] working days of annual leave.

I have reviewed my workload and ensured all priority tasks will be completed prior to my departure. I have also arranged for [colleague name] to cover any urgent matters during my absence and will provide a full handover note before I leave.

I trust this request is convenient and look forward to your approval at your earliest opportunity.

Kind regards,
[Your Name]
[Job Title]
छुट्टी के लिए आवेदन पत्र — हिंदी में Hindi
सेवा में,
श्रीमान प्रधानाचार्य महोदय,
[विद्यालय का नाम]
दिनांक: [तारीख]
विषय: अवकाश हेतु प्रार्थना पत्र

महोदय,

सविनय निवेदन है कि मैं [आपका नाम], कक्षा [X] का छात्र/छात्रा हूँ। मुझे बुखार और सर्दी-खाँसी की तकलीफ है जिसके कारण मैं विद्यालय आने में असमर्थ हूँ।

अतः आपसे विनम्र निवेदन है कि मुझे [तारीख] से [तारीख] तक [X] दिनों का अवकाश प्रदान करने की कृपा करें। मैं विद्यालय लौटने पर चिकित्सा प्रमाण पत्र अवश्य प्रस्तुत करूँगा/करूँगी।

आपका आज्ञाकारी शिष्य/शिष्या,
[आपका नाम]
कक्षा [X], रोल नं. [X]
درخواست برائے رخصت — اردو میں Urdu
جناب،
پرنسپل صاحب/صاحبہ،
[اسکول کا نام]
تاریخ: [تاریخ]
موضوع: درخواست برائے رخصت

جناب،

میں [آپ کا نام]، جماعت [X] کا طالب علم/طالبہ ہوں۔ گزارش ہے کہ مجھے بیماری کی وجہ سے اسکول آنے میں دشواری ہو رہی ہے۔

لہٰذا، آپ سے درخواست ہے کہ مجھے [تاریخ] سے [تاریخ] تک [X] دن کی رخصت عنایت فرمائیں۔ میں واپسی پر طبی سرٹیفیکیٹ پیش کروں گا/گی۔

آپ کا اطاعت گزار،
[آپ کا نام]
جماعت [X]
Expert Tips

How to Write a Clear Leave Application

Whether writing a school leave application, office sick leave, or an FMLA leave letter — these tips ensure your leave application gets approved.

1

Start with the Correct Formal Address

For school and college leave applications, address "To, The Principal/HOD." For office leave application format, write "To, [Manager's Name], [Designation]." US/UK leave request emails start with "Dear [Name]."

2

Always Include a Clear Subject Line

Your subject line should state exactly what you want: "Application for Sick Leave," "Request for 2 Days Casual Leave," or "FMLA Leave Request." A clear subject helps the reader understand the purpose of the request.

3

State Your Reason Briefly and Professionally

In your leave application for personal reason, medical leave application, or emergency leave application — keep the reason factual. You do not need to over-explain; keep the reason brief and professional.

4

Mention Exact Dates and Number of Days

Always specify the exact start date and number of days (or return date) in your leave application. Whether it's a one day leave application, 2 days leave application, or leave application for 1 week — be precise.

5

Mention Work Handover (Office Leave)

In your office leave application, mention who will handle your responsibilities during your absence. This shows professionalism and increases the chance your leave application gets approved by management.

6

Attach Doctor Certificate for Sick Leave

For sick leave application for school or medical leave application for office, attaching a doctor's certificate adds credibility. Use our leave application with doctor certificate toggle to include this in your letter.

7

Close with a Respectful Salutation

End your formal leave letter with "Yours obediently" (school/college), "Yours sincerely" (office), or "Kind regards" / "Sincerely" for UK/US formats. A proper closing makes your leave application look professional.

8

Proofread Before Submitting

Check your leave application for spelling errors, correct dates, and the right name of the principal or manager. The generator creates a draft, so check spelling, names, dates, and other details before submitting it.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

A leave application generator is a free online tool that automatically creates a professional leave application letter based on your inputs — name, reason, dates, and recipient. LeaveDraft's leave application generator supports school leave applications, office leave applications, college leave, Hindi chutti applications (छुट्टी के लिए आवेदन), Urdu leave requests (درخواست رخصت), and international formats including FMLA for USA and annual leave for UK — all generated instantly with free leave application PDF download. No login, no signup required.
The leave application generator is currently available without signing in or creating an account. You can review the generated text and edit it before downloading or sharing it. Check the page for the features currently available.
Yes. Every leave application generated on LeaveDraft can be downloaded as a professionally formatted PDF with one click. The leave application PDF includes proper letterhead styling, correct margins (A4 format), formal formatting, and a subtle LeaveDraft watermark. The downloaded file name may be based on the details entered in the form. Leave application PDF download works on both mobile (iPhone/Android) and desktop browsers — no app needed.
Yes. LeaveDraft supports school leave applications for students (Classes 8, 9, 10, 12), office leave applications for employees and managers, college leave applications, government employee leave applications, and international formats for USA (FMLA), UK, UAE, Canada, and Australia. Whether you need a leave application for school, a casual leave application for office, or a professional leave letter — Available formats cover selected common scenarios.
Yes. LeaveDraft supports Hindi (Devanagari script) and Urdu (right-to-left text). Generate छुट्टी के लिए आवेदन पत्र (chutti ke liye application) in Hindi for Indian students and employees, or درخواست برائے رخصت in Urdu for Pakistani students and employees — instantly, with proper formal formatting. Review the generated Hindi or Urdu text before using it.
The US/UK tab provides a draft format for a leave request related to FMLA. It is not an official FMLA form and does not determine eligibility or guarantee that an employer’s documentation requirements are met. Check your employer’s process and official guidance before using the letter.
The letter is generated in your browser. The Recent Letters and saved-profile features use local storage on this device, and you can clear them using the site’s controls. The site also loads third-party resources such as analytics, fonts, and the PDF library. Review the Privacy Policy for more information about data handling and those services.
The site is designed to work on modern mobile and desktop browsers. Available features can vary by browser and device, so review the generated letter and confirm that the PDF download or share action completed successfully.
To write a sick leave application for school, address it to the Principal. State your name, class, roll number, and the specific dates of your absence. Mention your illness (e.g., fever, viral infection) and assure them you will complete missed assignments. Use the generator to prepare a draft, then check the details and school-specific requirements before submitting it.
An office casual leave application should be addressed to your manager or HR. It must include a clear subject line, precise start and end dates, a brief explanation of the personal reason, and a statement detailing who will handle your work (handover) during your absence.
Medical-certificate rules vary by school, employer, and jurisdiction. Check the policy that applies to you. The form includes an option to mention a certificate if it is relevant to your request.
For a marriage leave application, state whether it is your own wedding or a close family member's. Apply well in advance so your team or teachers can plan for your absence. Provide exact dates and ensure a polite, formal tone.
Sick leave is used specifically for medical reasons, illness, or health emergencies, often requiring medical documentation for extended periods. Casual leave is taken for unforeseen personal work, short family functions, or urgent errands.
Yes! In the Office Leave tab, select "Half Day Leave" from the leave type dropdown. The generator will properly format your request for a partial day off.
Yes, in modern workplaces, emailing your leave application is standard. LeaveDraft offers a “Copy Email” button to help format the text for pasting into an email client. Review the recipient, subject, and letter before sending.
For planned absences like annual leave or marriage, apply at least 1-2 weeks in advance. For sudden emergencies or sick leave, notify your manager or school as soon as possible, often on the same day.
An FMLA request must be addressed to HR or Management, explicitly mention the Family and Medical Leave Act, provide expected start and return dates, state the general medical or family reason, and acknowledge the requirement to provide medical certification.
Address your manager/principal, reference your original leave dates, explain the valid reason for the extension (e.g., prolonged illness), specify the new return date, and apologize for the inconvenience. You can generate an updated letter using LeaveDraft.
Yes! LeaveDraft allows you to choose between 'Very Formal', 'Standard', and 'Polite & Warm' tones to match your company culture or relationship with your principal/manager.
Yes, the standard and 'Very Formal' office formats, as well as the specific 'Govt' option in our Hindi tab, can be adapted for some government employee leave requests, but the relevant department’s rules and prescribed format should be checked first.
A bereavement leave letter is a formal request for time off due to the death of a family member or close relative. It should state your relationship to the deceased and the dates you need for the funeral and grieving. Our tool has a specific bereavement leave template.
Yes. Select 'Exam Preparation' as your reason in the School or College tabs. The generator will create a request explaining your need for dedicated study time for competitive or university exams.
Use the US/UK tab and select the 'Friendly' tone, or choose 'Polite & Warm' in the Office tab. This adjusts the salutation to 'Hi [Name]' and softens the closing language while keeping the essential details clear.