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What a confirmation of employment letter is and why it exists
A confirmation of employment letter is a short statement, on company letterhead, confirming that a named person is presently employed by the organisation. It generally notes the role, employment status and start date, keeping strictly to verifiable facts.
Its purpose is to satisfy a third party who needs assurance of current employment — for instance a lender, landlord or government office — without disclosing more than necessary. It gives the employee a simple, trusted proof of their standing at the company.
When it is used
- Confirming current employment for a lender or landlord.
- Supporting a visa, residency or relocation application.
- Verifying employment status for an insurer or government office.
- Confirming standing for a professional registration.
- Any process where present, ongoing employment must be evidenced.
What a well-formed confirmation letter includes
- Company name, address and letterhead with contact details.
- The date the letter is issued.
- The employee’s full name and confirmed job title.
- A clear statement that the person is currently employed.
- The start date and the nature of the engagement.
- The recipient’s details where the request names one.
- Only the facts the requester needs, with the employee’s consent.
- The name, title and signature of the authorised issuer.
Common mistakes
- Confirming employment that has actually ended or is about to end.
- Including pay or sensitive details that were not requested or consented to.
- Stating a title or start date that conflicts with the record.
- Issuing it without the employee’s knowledge or request.
- Forgetting the date of issue, which is essential for a current-status letter.
- Sending it to a party the employee did not authorise.
Good practice
- Confirm the employment is current at the date of issue.
- Limit the content to verifiable, requested facts.
- Check the title, status and dates against HR records.
- Confirm the employee’s consent and the recipient first.
- Provide it as a dated PDF and keep a copy on file.
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