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The Parental Leave Letter to Employer is a crucial document used when an employee needs to formally request time off for the birth of a child in Saudi Arabia. This document is required to comply with Saudi Labor Law, which provides specific entitlements for both maternal and paternal leave. The letter serves multiple purposes: it formally notifies the employer of the intended leave period, documents compliance with legal requirements, and establishes clear expectations for both parties. It should be submitted well in advance of the intended leave start date, typically accompanied by supporting documentation such as medical certificates or birth certificates. The document is particularly important in the Saudi Arabian context, where recent labor law amendments have enhanced parental leave benefits, including extended maternity leave provisions and the introduction of paternity leave rights.

1. Employee Details: Full name, employee ID, position, and department of the employee requesting leave

2. Date and Recipient Information: Current date and complete details of the recipient (HR Manager/Direct Supervisor)

3. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a parental leave request

4. Leave Period Request: Specific dates for the leave period, including start and end dates

5. Type of Leave: Specification of whether this is maternity or paternity leave

6. Legal Basis: Reference to relevant sections of Saudi Labor Law supporting the leave request

7. Expected Return Date: Clear statement of when the employee plans to return to work

8. Work Handover Plan: Brief outline of how current responsibilities will be handled during absence

9. Contact Information: How to reach the employee during the leave period if necessary

10. Signature and Date: Formal closure with employee's signature and date