Two Weeks Notice Resignation Email
A two-week notice is the professional standard in many workplaces, and delivering it by email keeps a clear record. This template helps you resign politely, confirm your final day, and leave your team on good terms.
Fill in your details
Your letter
When and how to use this letter
Sending a resignation by email is completely normal in modern workplaces, but how you handle the surrounding conversation matters more than the email itself. Ideally, tell your manager in person or on a video call first, then send the email immediately afterward so the written record matches the conversation. Never let your manager discover your resignation from someone else.
Use a clear subject line like the one in this template so the message is easy to find later. Send it to your direct manager; copy HR only if your company's policy requires it. BCC your personal email address on the sent copy so you keep your own record - you may lose access to your work inbox within hours of your last day.
Keep the tone warm but brief. Two weeks is a short runway, so a non-obvious tip is to prepare a simple handover note on day one of your notice period: a one-page list of active projects, deadlines, key contacts, and where files live. Share it with your manager in the first few days, not at the end, so there is time to fix anything unclear.
During the two weeks, avoid the temptation to mentally check out. Colleagues will remember your final days vividly. And if your contract requires a longer notice period, this email alone is not enough - check your contract before sending.
Frequently asked questions
Is two weeks' notice legally required?
Should I resign by email or in person first?
Can I leave before the two weeks are over?
Related templates
Address Proof Letter From Employer
Annual Bonus Request Letter for Employees
Apology Letter for Missing Deadline
💬 Comments
Used this template, or have a question about it? Share your experience below — it helps everyone who writes a similar letter.