Salary Verification Form

An employment verification letter, also known as a 'proof of employment letter', is a form that verifies the income or salary earned by an employed individual.This type of verification letter is commonly used when someone seeks housing or is applying for a mortgage.

Use company stationary to prepare a salary verification letter. Address the contact person by Mr.or Ms. in the salutation. Begin the letter by stating your purpose for writing, including the employee's name, job title, company name and start date. State the employee's base salary in the second paragraph.

The most common documentation for proof of income includes: Pay stub. Bank Statements (personal & business) Copy of last year's federal tax return. Wages and tax statement (W-2 and/ or 1099)

Contacting the past employer directly. Many companies will simply pick up the phone and call the HR department at your former (or current) place of employment. Asking you to obtain a salary verification letter. Using a salary verification service. requesting other documentation.

Be brief and straightforward, providing only the information requested or required. Information such as company names, job and course titles etc, should be formally noted. Offer to provide further information if required. Sign the letter to further verify the information.

Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name, This letter is to verify that (employee name) has been employed at (company name) since (start date). If you require any additional information regarding (employee name), please feel free to contact me at (your phone number).

Letterhead. It's a formal letter thus start with the letterhead or official contacts. Name and address of the recipient. After the date include the address of the recipient. Salutation. Address the recipient appropriately. Body. Conclusion.

Pay stubs, earnings statement or W- 2 form identifying employee and showing amount earned period of time covered by employment. Signed and dated form or letter from employer specifying amount to be earned per pay period and length of pay period.Tips/gratuities and self- employment.

A payroll verification form is an essential document for obtaining an efficient verification process. The form will act as a sort of information form as it centers on what needs to be validated by the payroll department.