Step-by-Step Guide: Applying for Leave in Odoo HRMS
Managing leave requests shouldn’t be complicated—for employees or HR teams. With Odoo HRMS, the process is simple, transparent, and efficient. Whether you’re taking a vacation, sick leave, or working remotely, Odoo’s Time Off module makes it easy to submit and track your leave.
In this blog, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of how employees can apply for leave using Odoo HRMS.
Step 1: Log in to Your Odoo Account
To get started, log in to your Odoo instance with your employee credentials. Once you’re in, navigate to the Time Off module on your dashboard.
Tip: If you don’t see the Time Off module, reach out to your HR admin to ensure you have the necessary access.
Step 2: Go to “My Time Off”
Once inside the Time Off module, click on “My Time Off” in the top menu. This page gives you an overview of:
- Your available leave balance
- Upcoming leave
- Past leave history
It’s a helpful place to monitor your remaining days and plan accordingly.
Step 3: Create a New Leave Request
Click the “New” button to apply for time off. A simple form will open where you’ll fill in the key details:
- Time Off Type (e.g., Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Work From Home)
- From Date and To Date
- Duration (Full Day or Half Day)
- Description/Reason (Optional but recommended)
You can also upload supporting documents if required (like a medical certificate).
Step 4: Submit for Approval
Once all details are filled, click “Save” and then “Submit to Manager”. Your request will now be forwarded to your reporting manager or HR officer for approval.
Odoo automatically notifies your manager via email or system alerts, so you don’t need to chase them.
Step 5: Track the Status of Your Request
You can check the status of your request anytime by going back to My Time Off. The request status will be:
- Waiting Approval
- Approved
- Refused
Once approved, the leave is automatically reflected in your time off balance and team calendar.
Bonus: View Company-Wide Leave Calendar
The Calendar view in the Time Off module gives you a visual overview of who’s on leave and when. This helps with workload planning and coordination, especially in teams with overlapping responsibilities.
Final Thoughts
Odoo HRMS takes the hassle out of managing time off. It’s fast, paperless, and gives both employees and managers complete visibility into leave balances and approvals.
If you’re an HR manager, you can also configure leave types, carry-forward policies, and approval workflows—making it highly adaptable to your company’s policies.
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