Document background
The Leave Extension Letter is a critical HR document used when an employee requires an extension to their previously approved leave period. This document, essential under Hong Kong's employment framework, formally documents the agreement between employer and employee regarding the extended leave period. It typically becomes necessary when circumstances such as medical conditions, personal emergencies, or other valid reasons require an employee to extend their time away from work. The letter must comply with Hong Kong's Employment Ordinance (Cap. 57) and other relevant employment legislation, particularly regarding statutory leave entitlements and employment protection. The Leave Extension Letter includes key information such as the original leave reference, extension duration, reason for extension, employment status confirmation, and return-to-work date, serving as an important record for both HR documentation and legal compliance.
