A sample form for an employee to request paid time off. Employee Travel Reservations.The following request form should be filled out for all employee discount, family and friends, corporate and partner stays. The employee time-off request form serves as a formal way for an individual to ask their employer for planned time away from work. When creating your form, use simple and concise language. This will help workers fill out the form more quickly and prevent any confusion. Fill out the form in its entirety and obtain necessary approval.