Termination of employment

Please note that this is only a brief overview of the most important general rules; it is no substitute for legal advice and there are often exceptions to the rule. If you feel that you are being cheated of your rights, always seek advice from a trade union or lawyer!

  • The termination of employment must be sent by mail and be signed! If it has only been communicated orally or without signature, keep offering your labor power or keep working!

  • The notice period has to match your employment contract. In most cases, you can keep working for at least another four weeks before the termination of employment takes effect

  • Do not sign a dissolution agreement that would terminate your employment without contacting the FAU or another helpline in advance! Otherwise you could loose money