GUIDELINES

  1. This is a formal letter.
  2. Be straight to the point in the letter and make a request for an approval.
  3. Explain what the approval is for and why you need it.
  4. End in a cordial and expectant tone.

SAMPLE LETTER

[Senders Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Letter Date]

[Recipients Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-


Dear [Recipients Name],

I am writing to you to request for approval for the leave which I have applied.

I wish to take a two-week leave to visit my parents at their home in Virginia since there are some family problems which need to be solved b myself.

I would greatly appreciate your understanding in this matter.

Sincerely,

[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-

[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -

Request for approval letter example.

Further things to consider when writing approval letters to management

Further things to consider when writing approval letters to management

Approval Letters

Approval letters are letters written to show that a person has officially agreed to something or accepted something as satisfactory. Approval letters simply mean that something (loan, mortgage, sick leave, etc.) has been approved. There are many reasons for which approval letters may be written. Some of the common ones include giving permission at work, to approve a loan or finances, and to approve or endorse a construction project, just to mention a few.

If you are a creditor, working with a government body, or an employer with staff, chances are you will be required to know how to write an approval letter. You need to be aware of the writing style and the basic rules for writing such letters. Be friendly and relaxed and convey the message in a pleasant tone. Open the letter with a confirmation of the approval giving reasons for the approval where necessary. If the recipient is required to take further actions, state so clearly. Give all the relevant information including the contact details. Include any agreements or arrangements made. End the letter with a positive tone and a note about the service or offer where appropriate.

Letters to Management

Letters to management are letters written to the personnel or department that controls and makes decisions for a company or organization. These could be job application letters to apply for jobs, complaint letters to raise complaints, inquiry letters to request information, etc. Under all circumstances, all letters written to the management should be formal, contain all the necessary information, and free of grammatical errors. They must also be typed in a legible and professional font. Make sure not to include any sensitive information especially when the letter is not addressed to a specific person.

Before writing letters to management, you need to think about what you want to achieve and exactly who you are writing to. Use proper address and salutation. If you do not have an existing relationship with the recipient, introduce yourself in the first paragraph. Start with the most important information and go directly to the point. Keep it brief. However, if your letter is relatively lengthy, break it into short paragraphs. If there are any attachments, make sure to mention that in the letter and give a brief description of what they are. Finish with an expression of appreciation and give your contact details.

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