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Request to Carry Over Holiday Leave Letter Template
How to request to carry over unused annual leave you were unable to take — what to include, your legal rights, and a free letter generator.
← All Letter Templates · Holiday Pay & Leave · Last updated 18 August 2026
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If you need to request to carry over unused annual leave you were unable to take, a written letter is the recommended first step — it creates a clear record and shows you're pursuing the matter formally. Below is what a strong request to carry over holiday leave should include, plus a free tool to generate yours.
What this letter needs to cover
- Explain why the leave could not be taken (illness or employer refusal)
- Reference the Working Time Regulations 1998 and relevant case law on carry over during illness
- Request written confirmation of the number of days carried over
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