Introduction
Dear [Name],
I am writing to request the release of my pending salary for the month of [Month]. I have been working diligently and have completed all my assigned tasks for the month. I understand that there may be delays in the payment process due to the current situation, but I am hoping that my salary can be released as soon as possible.
I am confident that I have fulfilled all the requirements for the payment of my salary and I am sure that you will take the necessary steps to ensure that I receive my salary in a timely manner.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Pending Salary Request Letter to Boss/HR for Salary Release
[Date]
[Name of HR/Boss]
[Company Name]
[Address]
Subject: Request for Release of Salary
Dear [Name of HR/Boss],
I am writing to request the release of my salary for the month of [month]. I have been working for [Company Name] for [number] months now and I am yet to receive my salary for this month.
I understand that there may be delays in the payment process due to the current situation, but I am in need of my salary to cover my basic expenses. I am sure you understand my situation and I would be grateful if you could release my salary as soon as possible.
I have attached my salary slip for your reference. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
If you don’t receive your salary after resigning your job(or) if it is withheld by the company (or) it is delayed, in all these cases you can request your employer politely to by writing a request letter or email.
Here you can find a sample request letter for pending salary release in Word format, you can submit them to your boss (or) HR department.
Application for Pending Salary Release
To
The Manager/HR department,
Company name,
City name
Sub: Salary not credited for [month & year]
Dear Sir/Madam,
I [your name], [employee ID] working as a [your designation] at [company name]. This is to inform you that my salary hasn’t been credited for month & year.
Therefore I request you to kindly look into the matter and release my salary.
I shall be thankful to you in this regard.
Thanking you.
Sincerely,
Your name.
EXAMPLE:
Email for Pending Salary Release
Sub: Salary not yet credited for [month & year].
Dear Sir/Madam,
My name is [your name], [employee ID] working as a [your designation] at [company name].
I am writing this regarding my pending salary, which is not yet credited for the month of [month & year].
All my colleagues have received their salaries on [date] except me. So kindly look into the issue and credit my salary.
Thanking you.
Regards,
Your name.
EXAMPLE:
Request Letter for Pending Salary After the Resignation
To
The Manager/HR Department,
Company name,
City name.
Sub: Application for pending salary.
Dear Sir/Madam,
I [your name], [employee id] resigned as a [designation] at [company name] w.e.f [last working date]. While leaving the job, I was informed that my last month’s salary will be paid under the full and final settlement.
But till now my salary is not credited. I resigned with the permission of the company.
Therefore I request you please release my salary and kindly let me know if you need any further information.
I look forward to a quick response.
Sincerely,
Your name,
Mobile no.
Email for Pending Salary After Resignation
Sub: Regarding unpaid salary for [month & year]
Dear Sir/Madam,
My name is [your name], [employee id] worked in your company as a [desigantion] in [department]. I have submitted my resignation on [date] and left the company w.e.f [last working date] with the approval of the management.
But till now my salary is not credited, so kindly look into the issue and credit my salary into my bank account.
I shall be grateful to you in this matter.
Thanking you.
Regards,
Your name.
Request Letter for Delayed salary
To
The Manager,
Company name,
City name.
Sub: Salary not credited for the previous month.
Dear Sir/Madam,
With due respect, I would like to inform you that my previous month’s salary ( month & year) is not credited yet. Just now I have checked my bank account but no salary has been credited.
Therefore kindly look into the issue and release my salary.
I hope you consider my request.
Thanking you.
Sincerely,
Your name.
Tips: How to Ask for Your Pending Salary Politely?
- Address the letter to the HR department or to yoru boss/manager who deals with salary issues in your company.
- Write a simple subject line like “Application for the pending salary”
- Start the letter with a formal salutation like dear sir/madam,
- Mention your details like your name, employee id, and designation in the body of the letter.
- Mention the month for which you didn’t receive your salary.
- Make a polite request to your employer to release yoru salary.
- Finally, end the letter with letter closings like sincerely or regards.
FAQs
Whom should I contact if I don’t get my salary?
You can contact the HR department or accounts department or your manager, who is responsible for salary operations in your company. (In most cases HR department deals with salaries)
What happens if the company doesn’t pay your salary?
You can proceed legally. If your company is not paying your salary without any proper reason then you can contact your nearest labour department office and register a complaint.
Can I get my salary if I leave my job without resignation?
If you abscond from your work without serving the notice period as per the appointment letter you signed, then companies will hold your salary.
After how many days will I get my salary after my resignation?
It may take 15-30 days to get your salary after the completion of the month.
Can a company withhold a salary?
If employees commit any thefts or frauds or if they abscond from their job then companies can hold the salaries until the issue gets solved.
Recommended:
Dear [Name of Boss/HR],
I am writing to request the release of my pending salary for the month of [Month]. I have been working diligently and have completed all of my assigned tasks for the month.
I understand that there may have been some delays in the processing of my salary, but I am confident that the issue has been resolved. I am eager to receive my salary as soon as possible so that I can take care of my financial obligations.
I would be grateful if you could look into this matter and release my salary as soon as possible. I am available to answer any questions or provide any additional information that may be required.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
