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Issue a relieving letter confirming an employee has been released from duties and dues are cleared — UAE & Pakistan. Free PDF.
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TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
RELIEVING LETTER
This is to certify that , who served as at , has been relieved from the services of the company with effect from the close of business on .
was employed with us from to . The resignation has been accepted and the employee is relieved of all duties and responsibilities as of the said date.
All company dues and clearance formalities have been completed, and there are no pending obligations on either side.
During the tenure, the employee's conduct and performance were found to be satisfactory.
We thank for the services rendered and wish them success in their future endeavours.
Yours faithfully,
_______________________
Fill in: Company Name, Date of Issue, Employee Full Name, Designation, Date of Joining, Last Working Day, Authorised Signatory Name
What is a relieving letter?
A relieving letter is an official document issued by an employer when an employee leaves, confirming that they have been formally released from their duties as of a specific date. It is the document that closes the employment relationship cleanly: it confirms the last working day, that the resignation was accepted, and — usually — that all dues and clearance formalities are settled. New employers in the UAE and Pakistan often ask for it as proof that you left your previous job properly.
When do you need one?
You need a relieving letter when you leave a job, especially if your next employer requires confirmation that you have been fully released and have no pending obligations with your previous company. It is also useful for visa processes and background checks. Employers issue it on or shortly after the last working day, once notice has been served and clearance (handover, assets, dues) is complete. Without it, a new employer may worry that you left without serving notice or settling obligations.
Format & what to include
A relieving letter is a short, formal letter on company letterhead addressed 'To Whom It May Concern'. It states the employee's name and ID, designation and department, the dates of employment, and that they have been relieved from duties effective the last working day. Strong relieving letters confirm that the resignation was accepted and that all dues and clearance formalities are complete, add a brief line on satisfactory conduct, and close with good wishes and the signature of an authorised signatory plus the company stamp.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a relieving letter and an experience letter?
A relieving letter formally confirms that you have been released from your duties on your last working day, with dues cleared. An experience letter certifies your role and tenure and can be issued at any time. Many companies provide both, sometimes combined into one document.
Is a relieving letter mandatory?
It isn't legally mandatory everywhere, but many employers require it from new hires as proof of a clean exit from the previous job. Having one avoids questions during onboarding, visa processing or background checks.
When is a relieving letter issued?
It is typically issued on or just after your last working day, once you have served your notice period and completed clearance — handing over assets, responsibilities and settling any dues with the company.