When to use this letter
- You're moving for a partner's job, family or a fresh start.
- Your job can't be done from where you're moving.
- You'd like to ask whether a remote arrangement is possible before you leave.
Relocation resignation letter
The straightforward version.
Version 1 of 3
[Your Name]
[Email] · [Phone]
[Month Day, Year]
[Manager's Name][Manager's Title], [Company Name]
Dear [Manager's Name],
Please accept this letter as notice of my resignation from my position as [Job Title] at [Company Name]. I'm relocating to [City, State], and my last day will be [Month Day, Year].
I've truly enjoyed working here, and I'm grateful for your support and for the team I've worked with.
Before I move, I'll hand off [projects or responsibilities] and make sure everything is documented.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Relocation, open to remote work
Gives notice but leaves the door open.
Version 2 of 3
[Your Name]
[Email] · [Phone]
[Month Day, Year]
[Manager's Name][Manager's Title], [Company Name]
Dear [Manager's Name],
I'm writing to let you know that I'm relocating to [City, State], and I'm giving notice of my resignation from my position as [Job Title]. My last day in the office will be [Month Day, Year].
I've valued my time here, and if a remote arrangement would work for the team, I'd be glad to discuss it. If not, I completely understand.
Either way, I'll make sure my work is handed off smoothly before I go.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Short relocation email
When you've already talked it through.
Version 3 of 3
Subject: Resignation — [Your Name]
Dear [Manager's Name],
As we discussed, I'm moving to [City, State] and resigning from my position as [Job Title]. My last day will be [Month Day, Year].
Thank you for everything. I'll have my handover notes ready before I leave.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
Tips
- Ask about remote work before you resign, if you'd like to stay. Once you've resigned, your employer may already be planning around it.
- Ask about a transfer if your company has an office or location where you're moving.
- Give your new address to HR for your final paycheck and tax forms.
- Check final pay rules in the state you're leaving; they can differ from the state you're moving to.
Notice and the law
In most US jobs two weeks' notice is a custom rather than a legal requirement, but a contract, union agreement, company policy or state law can set different rules — for notice, for final pay and for unused vacation. The resignation letter guide explains US notice norms, with sources.
Not legal advice. This page is general information for US employees, not legal advice. Notice rules can come from your contract, a union agreement, company policy or state law — if you're unsure, check those or ask an employment attorney.