Booking Time Off – Vacation & Sick Days

⏱️ Time required: 2–3 minutes

📅 Used for Sick Time, Vacation, PTO, and Personal Days


Before You Start

  • You must be logged into ADP Workforce Now
  • Your time-off balances must be assigned by HR/Payroll
  • Requests may require manager approval

Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Sign In to ADP Workforce Now

  1. Go to https://workforcenow.adp.com
  2. Sign in using your work credentials

2️⃣ Go to Time Off

  1. Click Myself (top menu)
  2. Select Time
  3. Click Time Off (or Request Time Off)

The wording may vary slightly by company, but it will be under Time.


3️⃣ Create a Time-Off Request

  1. Click Request Time Off
  2. Select the Time Off Type, such as:
    • Sick
    • Vacation
    • PTO
    • Personal Day

4️⃣ Choose Dates & Hours

  • Select:
    • Single day or multiple days
    • Full day or partial day (if allowed)
  • Enter the number of hours (if prompted)

Your available balance will be shown on screen.


5️⃣ Add a Comment (Optional but Recommended)

  • Example:
    • “Medical appointment”
    • “Family vacation”
    • “Sick day”

Some companies require a comment for sick time.


6️⃣ Submit the Request

  1. Review details carefully
  2. Click Submit

✅ Your request is now sent for approval.


After You Submit

  • You can view status under Myself → Time → Time Off
  • Status will show:
    • Pending
    • Approved
    • Denied
  • Once approved, the time will automatically apply to payroll

Submitting Sick Time (Same Day)

If you are sick today:

  1. Submit the request as soon as possible
  2. Select Sick as the time type
  3. Add a short comment if required
  4. Notify your manager per company policy

Common Questions

I don’t see “Time Off”

  • Your company may use timesheets instead
  • Contact HR or Payroll

My request was denied

  • Check the manager’s comments
  • Adjust dates or hours and resubmit

I submitted the wrong dates

  • Cancel or edit the request (if still pending)
  • Or contact HR if already approved

Important Notes

  • Requests submitted after payroll cut-off may apply to the next pay period
  • Sick time rules vary by state and company policy
  • Vacation/PTO balances may not update until approval

Need Help?

  • Contact your Manager
  • Contact HR or Payroll
  • Use Help & Support inside ADP Workforce Now