NOC Letter Format for Employee (Passport, Visa, Higher Studies)
Employees often need an NOC from their employer for a passport application, a visa, travel abroad, or part-time study. It is usually printed on company letterhead and signed by HR or a manager.
Employer NOC format
Pooja Nair
Flat 11, Palm Grove Apartments, Kakkanad, Kochi, Kerala 682030
98470 12345, pooja.nair@example.com
Date: 14 October 2026 Place: Kochi
NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE
To,
To Whom It May Concern
Subject: No objection certificate for Mr. Joseph Mathew
Dear Sir / Madam,
This is to certify that Mr. Joseph Mathew, Employee ID CL-2231, Senior Executive (Operations), is employed with Coastline Logistics Private Limited since June 2021.
The company has no objection to Mr. Joseph Mathew to apply for a passport and travel to Singapore from 10 to 20 December 2026 on personal leave.
This certificate does not affect the terms of employment, and the employee remains bound by the company’s policies.
This certificate is issued on request for the stated purpose only.
Stamp paper / e-stamp, if the receiving office or State law requires: Rs. ______________ Certificate No. ______________
Notarised / attested on ______________ by ______________ Registration No. of notary ______________
Registration, if required: Sub-Registrar office ______________ Document No. ______________
- Print on company letterhead and add the company seal if you use one.
- Mention employee ID, designation and joining date.
- Keep the purpose specific, with dates for travel.
- Government employees follow their department’s prescribed form for passport NOC or identity certificate.
Frequently asked questions
Do private employees need an NOC for a passport?
Generally not; it is common for government employees. Some private employers issue one on request.
Who should sign?
HR head, reporting manager or an authorised signatory.
Please note: these templates are for general information and are not legal advice. Laws, stamp duty, notarisation and registration rules vary by State. Consult an advocate for your case. This is an independent website, not a law firm and not a government office.
