How to Request Leave
Ready to submit a Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (PFMLI) request? Follow the steps below to get started.
How to Submit a PFMLI Leave Request
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QualifyingEvent
Medical Leave
Caring for the covered individual’s own serious health condition.
Family Leave
Bonding with a new child or caring for a family member with a serious health condition.
Safe Leave / Personal Protected Leave
Seeking help relating to domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking experience by a covered individual or a minor child/dependent.
NotifyYour Employer
30-day notice
If you know you need to take paid leave, inform your employer at least 30 calendar days beforehand, unless giving advance notice is not possible.
24-hour emergency notice
In an emergency, you must at least verbally tell your employer that you plan to use paid leave within 24 hours. An additional written notice is required within three days after starting the leave.
SubmitLeave Request
Log in to your online account and click Request Leave, then follow the on-screen prompts.
GatherRequired Documentation
You may be required to submit documentation to support your leave request. You can view the requested documents in your online account. You will be notified if any additional documents are required.
ReviewRequest
Once we receive your leave request with the required documentation, we’ll begin reviewing it. After receiving all required documentation and information, processing time can take up to 14 calendar days. American Fidelity will contact you directly once your request has been approved or denied. For assistance, please call us at 800-662-1113.