In this article you can find out, what the expiring time-off balance means and what to do with it.
🖥 You may have received a friendly reminder from Shiftbase about your time-off balance that’s about to expire and found yourself curious about what this means for you. Don’t worry! In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know and what options you have regarding your expiring balance.
What is happening?
The reminder you received is simply a helpful nudge to let you know that your current time-off balance is still available, but it will expire soon if you don’t take any action.
What can you do
You have some valuable options to consider. Here are three ways you can manage your expiring absence balance:
- Request time off
If you have accumulated time-off balance that is about to expire, one of the best options is to take advantage of it by requesting time off. This could be for a vacation, personal matters, or even a mental health day. To request time off, check out this article.
❗ Caution: Make sure you request and use the absence before the expiration of your balance.
- Request to transfer your time-off into the new year
Some organizations have policies in place that permit employees to carry over unused leave into the following year. If you’re unable to use your absence balance before it expires, inquire with your HR department or supervisor about the possibility of transferring your leave. Make sure to understand any conditions or limitations that might apply to the transfer process, as well as any deadlines you need to meet.
- You can let your time-off expire if it’s not used
While it may not be the most favorable option, you do have the choice to allow your time-off balance to expire if you feel you won’t need it.
