Free Reference Request Template
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Reference Request Example
Dear [Referee Name], I hope you are well. I am applying for [role, course or other opportunity] with [Organization] and would like to ask whether you would be willing to provide a reference for me. I thought of you because we [describe your relationship and the work or study you shared] during [period]. Your perspective on [relevant aspect of that relationship] would be particularly helpful for this application. The organization requests [the type of reference or submission method], with a deadline of [date]. If you are comfortable agreeing, I can send the role or course details, my current resume and a summary of the relevant work to make the process easier. Please let me know whether you are available and happy to act as my referee. I understand if your schedule does not allow it, and thank you for considering the request. Sincerely, [Your Name]
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Reference Request Format
A strong reference request follows a simple format: clear purpose, relevant facts, a specific request, and a clean closing.
Opening
State the purpose of the reference request and identify the recipient or organization.
Context
Include the details that matter most: Your Name, Referee Name, Your Relationship, What It's For.
Request or next step
Explain what you want the reader to do, approve, correct, consider, or confirm.
Closing
End with a concise thank-you, availability for follow-up, and your name.
How to Write a Reference Request
Fill in your details
Enter the key information: Your Name, Referee Name, Your Relationship, What It's For.
Choose your tone
Pick from 3 options: Professional, Warm, Formal.
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Available Tones
What You Need to Provide
e.g., Former manager at X
e.g., Senior Developer role at Y
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I write a reference request?
Use CraftMyLetter's Reference Request template. Enter your details (your name, referee name, your relationship, what it's for), choose a tone, and generate a professional letter in 30 seconds.
Is this reference request template free?
Yes — a free account gets 1 free reference request (once, not monthly) with no credit card, plus 3 free rewrites to get the wording right. Credit packs start at $4.99 for 10 letters, and the 3 free rewrites apply to every one of them.
What tone should I use for a reference request?
Our Reference Request template offers 3 tones: Professional, Warm, Formal. Professional is the most common choice.