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    Leave Application Form

    Formal application form for employees to request annual, sick, family responsibility, or other types of leave from their employer.

    Last reviewed 6 November 2026

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    Employee Information

    Employer Information

    Leave Details

    Leave Balance (if known)

    Coverage Arrangements

    Supporting Documentation

    Application Date

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    LEAVE APPLICATION FORM ================================================================================ SECTION A: EMPLOYEE INFORMATION Employee Name: _______________________________ Employee Number: _______________________________ Job Title: _______________________________ Department: _______________________________ Contact Number: _______________________________ Email Address: _______________________________ ================================================================================ SECTION B: EMPLOYER INFORMATION Company Name: _______________________________ Direct Manager/Supervisor: _______________________________ HR Representative: _______________________________ ================================================================================ SECTION C: LEAVE REQUEST DETAILS Type of Leave: _______________________________ Leave Period: Start Date: _______________________________ End Date: _______________________________ Total Working Days Requested: _______________________________ Expected Return to Work Date: _______________________________ Reason for Leave: ________________________________________________________________________________ ================================================================================ SECTION D: LEAVE BALANCE (as per employee records) Annual Leave Balance: _______ days Sick Leave Balance: _______ days Family Responsibility Leave Balance: _______ days Note: Leave balances to be verified by HR/Payroll. ================================================================================ SECTION E: COVERAGE ARRANGEMENTS Employee Covering Duties: _______________________________ Handover Notes/Pending Work: ________________________________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact During Leave: _______________________________ ================================================================================ SECTION F: SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Documentation Status: _______________________________ Details: ________________________________________________________________________________ Note: Medical certificates are required for sick leave exceeding 2 consecutive days or if sick leave is taken more than twice in an 8-week period. ================================================================================ SECTION G: EMPLOYEE DECLARATION I, _______________________________, hereby apply for leave as detailed above. I confirm that: 1. The information provided in this application is true and accurate. 2. I have made arrangements for my duties to be covered during my absence. 3. I understand that this leave is subject to approval by my manager and HR. 4. I will provide any required supporting documentation. 5. I understand that taking leave without approval may result in disciplinary action. 6. I will be contactable at the emergency number provided if urgently required. Employee Signature: _______________________________ Date: _______________________________ ================================================================================ SECTION H: MANAGER APPROVAL ☐ APPROVED ☐ NOT APPROVED ☐ APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS Manager Comments: ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Conditions (if applicable): ________________________________________________________________________________ Manager Name: _______________________________ Manager Signature: _______________________________ Date: _______________________________ ================================================================================ SECTION I: HR VERIFICATION & FINAL APPROVAL Leave Balance Verified: ☐ Yes ☐ No Verified Leave Balance: Annual Leave: _______ days available Sick Leave: _______ days available Family Responsibility Leave: _______ days available Other: _______ days available ☐ APPROVED ☐ NOT APPROVED ☐ REFERRED TO MANAGEMENT HR Comments: ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ HR Representative Name: _______________________________ HR Signature: _______________________________ Date: _______________________________ ================================================================================ LEAVE ENTITLEMENTS REFERENCE (BASIC CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT ACT) Annual Leave: 21 consecutive days (15 working days) per annual leave cycle Sick Leave: 30 days over a 3-year sick leave cycle Family Responsibility Leave: 3 days per annual leave cycle Maternity Leave: 4 consecutive months Parental Leave: 10 consecutive days Note: This form serves as a record of leave application. Company policies may provide for additional leave benefits beyond the statutory minimum. ================================================================================ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Application Reference: _______________________________ Date Received: _______________________________ Processed By: _______________________________ Payroll Notified: ☐ Yes ☐ No Date: _______________________________ Leave Calendar Updated: ☐ Yes ☐ No ================================================================================

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    Who Benefits From This

    • Small business owners managing staff
    • HR professionals handling employee documentation
    • Employers requiring BCEA-compliant contracts
    • Companies with domestic workers or helpers
    • Businesses formalizing employment relationships

    Key Advantages

    • BCEA and CCMA compliant
    • Protects employer and employee rights
    • Includes required statutory provisions
    • Customizable working conditions
    • Professional HR documentation

    How to Use This Leave Application Form

    1

    Complete your employee details including name, employee number, and department.

    2

    Select the type of leave you're requesting (annual, sick, family responsibility, etc.).

    3

    Enter the start and end dates of your leave period.

    4

    Calculate the total working days requested (exclude weekends and public holidays).

    5

    Arrange for a colleague to cover your duties and prepare handover notes.

    6

    Attach any required documentation (medical certificate for sick leave over 2 days).

    7

    Sign, date, and submit the form to your manager for approval.

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