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04 Termination of employment

These pages provide information on the grounds an employer can use to dismiss you. You’ll also find instructions on what to do if you become unemployed.

Last updated: March 24, 2026

In this section, we’ll answer questions such as:

When can the employer fire me?
Can I resign from a temporary job?
What should I do if I lose my job?

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4.1

Termination and resignation

When can your employer terminate your employment, and how can you resign from your job?

4.2

Dismissal during the probationary period

During the probationary period, either the employee or the employer can terminate the employment without…

4.3

Termination of fixed-term employment

A fixed-term employment contract cannot be terminated unless this has been agreed in the employment…

4.4

Termination of an employment contract with immediate effect

Termination of an employment contract means that the work ends immediately.

4.5

Employer bankruptcy

If your employer cannot pay you for the work you have already done, you will…

4.6

Employment certificate

A certificate of employment shows how long you have worked and what tasks you have…

4.7

Unemployment

If you become unemployed or are laid off, act quickly so that you don’t lose…