When writing a complaint letter about unpaid salary, it's crucial to maintain a polite and professional tone while clearly stating the issue. Begin with a respectful salutation, provide necessary details such as your name, department, and employee ID, clearly state the duration for which the salary is overdue, and request prompt payment. Express your hope for a swift resolution and end the letter with a polite closing.
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Sample Complaint Letter for Salary Not Paid
To,
The HR Manager,
__________ (Name of the Company)
__________ (Address)
Date: __/__/____ (Date)
Subject: Complaint about unpaid salary
Respected Sir/Madam,
With due respect, my name is __________ (Your Name) working in department __________ (mention your department) holding employee ID number __________ (ID number).
This letter is to bring to your notice that my salary is not been paid and is due for __________ (Months). I kindly request you to make the payment at the earliest. I would also like to state that this is not the first time I have not received my salary on time. It is requested to see through this matter.
I believe you would consider this as a genuine request and you will do the needful at the earliest.
Yours Sincerely,
__________ (Signature),
__________ (Name)
__________ (Employee ID)
__________ (Contact number)
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FAQs
- What should I do if my salary is not paid on time?
- If your salary is delayed, it's important to address the issue promptly. Begin by contacting your HR department or manager to inquire about the delay and seek resolution.
- How should I address the recipient in a complaint letter about unpaid salary?
- Begin with a respectful salutation such as "Respected Sir/Madam" or "Dear [Recipient’s Name]" to address the HR manager or relevant authority.
- Is it necessary to mention the duration for which the salary is overdue?
- Yes, specifying the number of months for which the salary is outstanding helps provide clarity and context to the issue.
- What should I include in the body of the letter?
- In the body of the letter, clearly state the problem, provide relevant details such as your name, department, and employee ID, and request prompt payment of the overdue salary.
- How should I conclude the letter?
- End the letter with a polite closing expressing hope for a swift resolution and thanking the recipient for their attention to the matter.
Sandeep Bhandari 
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