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7.Applications for Leave请假条

Applications for leave are written mainly for three reasons,including asking for sick leave,asking for business leave and asking for an extension of leave.An application for leave usually contains the following points:

(1)the reason for leaving;

(2)the time of leaving;

(3)related certificates needed for leaving.

Sample Letters

a.Asking for Sick Leave

April 20,2015

Mr.Wang

Office Secretary

Dear sir,

I am very sorry that I can't come to work today.I enclose the doctor's certificate for sick leave.I hope my request will be kindly granted.

Yours respectfully,

Zhang Wei

Encl:Doctor's certificate for sick leave

b.Asking for Business Leave

May 10,2015

To Department Office

Dear Miss Grace,

I would like to have leave of four days beginning on May 14th.I just receive a phone call from my family saying my grandfather is now in danger and urging me to go home at once.I hope my leave will not cause you too much inconvenience.I will be very grateful if you will grant my application.

Yours sincerely,

Wang Jun

c.Asking for an Extension of Leave

June 3,2015

Dear Miss Wu,

I am awfully sorry that I am still in bed after my operation,and the doctor advised a rest of 10 more days.Please give me an extension of leave for 10 days.

Yours sincerely,

Li Lei

Encl:Doctor's certificate of advice