Leave & Attendance
LWP Full Form: Leave Without Pay
Leave Without Pay (LWP) is approved absence for which the employee does not receive regular wages.
In simple terms
Employers may allow LWP after paid leave is exhausted or for special circumstances set out in policy. Its effects on benefits, service continuity and salary should be communicated before approval.
Example
An employee requests ten additional days after using their paid leave balance; the approved absence is recorded as LWP.
Frequently asked questions
Can LWP be approved in advance?
Yes, if the employer's leave policy permits it and the request is approved.
Will LWP appear on a payslip?
It commonly appears as an unpaid-leave or loss-of-pay deduction.