Crafting Effective Formal Letters: Examples & Tips

Formal Letter Writing: Essential Tips and Examples

Example 1: Job Application Letter

Carla Gómez
29 Dann Road
Liverpool
D2 3MO
25 March 2016

Human Resources
London

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing in response to the advertisement on your website. I would like to apply for the position of [Insert Position Name].

I believe I am an ideal candidate for this position. Firstly, I love the outdoors and have a keen interest in British wildlife. I am a member of a walking group, and together we have visited many National Parks, including the Peak District. In addition, I enjoy learning about plants and animals. Secondly, I believe I have strong people skills, so I am able to work with people of different ages. Finally, I am a very hard-working person who completes work on time.

I have experience working with young people, as I recently obtained my leisure time monitor card and have worked in extracurricular activities. Besides, I worked in a travel agency for an entire summer as part of my studies. My qualifications include A-levels, an advanced degree in tourism, and relevant coursework. In addition, I have a driver's license and my own car.

I enclose a copy of my CV, which details my qualifications and work experience. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully,
Carla Gómez

Example 2: University Admission Letter

Carla Gómez

Admissions Department

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to request that you send me, as soon as possible, the formal application form for admission to the university, as well as the complete list of requirements necessary for acceptance.

Through your website and some specialized publications, I obtained valuable information about the upper cycle of Tourism, which offers a wide portfolio of postgraduate courses. I am very interested in studying the aforementioned cycle because I want to expand my academic credentials in the hotel industry and tourism, an area in which I intend to work in the future.

I would like to begin the upper cycle of Tourism in the next academic period, which starts in October of next year.

Thank you very much for your time and for sending the requirements and forms that I have requested.

Without further ado, and awaiting your prompt response.

Sincerely,
Carla Gómez