Leave on a high note — short, polite, professional. A resignation letter formally announces your decision to leave, states your last working day, and keeps the relationship warm. It goes in your file, and it is what HR references for your notice period and final settlement. A graceful letter protects your reputation — and references — for years to come. Two short paragraphs are all it takes.
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Whatever your employment contract states — commonly two weeks to two months. Check your contract first; the letter should match it to avoid settlement issues.
Keep it brief and neutral if you mention it at all ("pursuing a new opportunity"). The resignation letter is not the place for grievances — save honest feedback for the exit interview.
You can send it as a PDF attachment or print and sign it. A signed document is stronger for your file — generate, download, sign, then hand it over or email the scan.