Document background
The Employee Notice To Employer document is a crucial legal instrument in German employment relationships, used when an employee decides to voluntarily terminate their employment contract. It must comply with strict requirements under German law, particularly §623 of the German Civil Code (BGB), which mandates written form and original signature. The notice period varies according to §622 BGB and any applicable collective agreements or employment contract terms. This document typically includes the employee's identification details, a clear termination declaration, the last working day calculation, and may address additional elements such as remaining vacation days or company property return. It serves as the formal trigger for employment termination processes and should be preserved as an important record for both legal and administrative purposes.
