# Submitting a Leave Request

#### Overview

The Leaves tab in the Self Service module lets you quickly request time off and track the approval process — all in one place.

You can select the leave type, specify dates in a calendar view, and attach any required documents, ensuring a smooth and transparent approval workflow.

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#### Who Benefits

Employees – easily submit and monitor leave requests

Managers – quickly review and approve or reject requests

HR Teams – streamlined leave tracking and reporting

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#### Steps to Submit a Leave Request

1. **Open the Leaves tab**\
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   Go to Self Service → Leaves to access your leave dashboard.
2. **Click “Create”**
   * In the top-right corner of the Leaves view, click the Create button to open the request form.
3. **Fill in the leave request form**<br>

   Complete the required fields:

   * Leave type – choose from vacation, sick leave, special leave, etc.
   * Comment – provide additional details if necessary.
   * Attachment (optional) – upload supporting documents, e.g., a medical certificate or statement for special leave.<br>
4. **Select leave dates**
   * Use the built-in calendar view to pick the exact days.
   * Click on the desired dates to add them to your request.
5. **Submit the request**
   * Once all details are filled in, click Submit.
   * The request will automatically be sent to your assigned approver.
6. **Track approval status**
   * After submission, you can monitor the request’s progress directly in the Leaves dashboard.
   * Status indicators include Pending, Approved, or Rejected.

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#### Outcome

* Submit leave requests in a few clicks
* Attach required documents easily
* Always know your request’s current status

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#### Related Guides

* [Leaves Overview & History](https://proexe.gitbook.io/worklyft-guide/features-guide/self-service/leaves-management)
* [Tracking Leave Balances](https://proexe.gitbook.io/worklyft-guide/features-guide/self-service/leaves-management/limits-and-overview)