A consent letter is a formal letter that one person or entity writes to ask permission from another. A consent letter is necessary to obtain permission to start an action. This article will provide a guideline on how to create a consent correspondence and includes sample consent letters.
How to write a consent letter?
A consent letter's format will vary depending on the situation and its purpose. A general format is possible, however.
Receiver’s Address
Date
Subject: Consent to (the reason/purpose)
Salutation or Greeting: Dear Sir/Ma’am,
Body of the letter:
Explain the purpose or reason for which you are providing consent. Do not forget to mention all the necessary and relevant details, including date, event, place, name, etc.
Complimentary close: Yours sincerely; Yours faithfully, etc.
Signature
Name in block letters
Contact details: Phone number and email address
Consent Letter Samples
Read through the different consent letters given below to have an idea of how to write a consent letter.
Consent Letter Format from Parents to Attend Offline Classes
The Class Teacher
Class X C
St. Joseph’s Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Trichy Road
Coimbatore – 641018
4th January, 2022
Subject: Consent letter to attend offline classes
Dear Ma’am,
I, Geethu Jose, am the parent of Sandra Jose. I hereby acknowledge that I have given my consent for my daughter to attend offline classes from 10th January, 2022. I have read and understood all the terms and conditions stated by the school. I ensure that my daughter is completely healthy and has no signs of cold, cough or fever. I will also instruct my ward to follow all the safety measures to prevent being affected by the virus and abide by the rules and regulations set by the school.
Signature of the Parent: Signature
Name : GEETHU JOSE
Signature of the Student: Signature
Name : SANDRA JOSE
Parental Consent to Go on a School Trip
The Class Teacher
Class VIII B
Bishop Appasamy Higher Secondary School
Trichy
620001
27 December, 2021
Subject: Consent to go on a school trip to Goa
Dear Ma’am,
I am Sherly Thomas, mother of Jibin Thomas, a student of your class. I have been informed that the school is organising a trip to Goa from 29/12/2021 to 03/01/2022. This is to inform you that I have given my consent for my son to participate in the school trip. I am also sending the money (Rs. 5000/-) for the trip with him.
Kindly provide the itinerary and the safety precautions that would be followed throughout the journey.
Signature of the Parent: Signature
Name : SHERLY THOMAS
Consent Letter to Attend Internship
The Principal
AVB Institute of Technology
Kelambakkam
Chennai 600129
07/01/2022
Subject: Requesting consent to attend internship
Dear Sir,
I am Ruben Wesley, a final year student of Aeronautical Engineering. I have been given an opportunity to attend one month’s internship at Air India Engineering Services Ltd., Hyderabad. I think this will be a good learning experience for me and also give me hands-on training in the field. I have to enrol myself for the internship program on or before the 10th of January, 2022.
I request you to provide me with on duty from 10/01/2022 to 15/02/2022. Kindly do the needful.
Thanking you
Yours sincerely,
Signature
RUBEN WESLEY
Consent Letter to Use the School Auditorium for Annual Day Practice
The Headmistress
Kikani Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Shamsabad
Hyderabad 400123
02/01/2022
Subject: Seeking consent to use the school auditorium for Annual Day practice
Dear Ma’am,
As we have our School Annual Day scheduled on 23/01/2022, we have decided to have traditional dances from around the world to be the theme. We have trained dancers coming to choreograph the various dances, and we require a large arena for practice. The practice would be after school hours (from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.)
We request you to kindly give us consent to use the auditorium and school ground for practice from 03/01/2022 to 22/01/2022. We will take care to keep the school premises clean and switch off all the electrical appliances after use.
Thanking you
Yours faithfully,
Signature
YUVASHRI S
(School Pupil Leader)
Frequently Asked Questions on Consent Letter Format
What is a consent note?
A consent letter is a formal correspondence that asks for consent or gives consent to initiate a specific course of action. Be clear about the purpose, terms, and conditions.
What is consent?
Consent is a way to grant permission or to agree to do something. A parent consenting to online classes or examinations is an example of consent.
How do I create a consent letter for my parents?
You must include all information required (purpose, name and date, as well as place, etc.). In the consent letter.