Employment Verification Letter

Published Jun 30, 2025
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What is an Employment Verification Letter?

An Employment Verification Letter, also known as a proof of employment letter, is a document issued by an employer to confirm the employment status and income of a current or past employee. This legal document is often requested by landlords, lenders, or future employers to verify that an individual is employed and has a stable income.

Key Features

It confirms an individual's current employment status
It verifies the salary or wage of an employee
It provides the duration of employment
It acts as a formal reference for the concerned employee

Pros & Cons

Pros

Provides verification of employment and income
Helps in securing loans or credit
Assists in rental or housing applications
Useful for future employment verification

Cons

Might disclose sensitive income information
Relies on employer's cooperation to be issued
Could potentially be used for identity theft if mishandled

Common Uses

Loan or credit application
Rental application or housing subsidy
Verification for future employment
Application for certain benefits or subsidies

FAQs

An employment verification letter typically includes the employee's name, their position or job title, salary or wage details, how long they've been employed, and the employer's contact information. It does not typically include performance information or reasons for leaving.

No, an employment verification letter typically does not need to be notarized. It just needs to be signed and dated by the employer or an HR representative.

No, the letter should be written by your employer or an HR representative of the company. If you are self-employed, you can write your own letter, but it should be accompanied by additional proof of income such as tax returns or bank statements.

About this document

An Employment Verification Letter confirms an employee's job status, role, and duration, aiding in processes like loan applications or rental agreements.

This document is designed to comply with the laws of all 50 states.

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