ICT Card unemployment (immediate lapse)

Overview

Use this when employment ends on an ICT Card. There is usually no unemployment grace period—the permit may lapse immediately when the assignment ends.

Timing to be aware of

On employment end

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

Key date to check

Permit type

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• I'm in my 6-month probation period. Can my boss fire me without a reason?
• I have a Blue Card and want to change employers. Do I need permission?

Related events

• Report employer change (general work permit, Section 18)
  Critical
  Immediately on employment end
• Check Blue Card unemployment grace period (under 2 years)
  Critical
  On employment end
• Check Blue Card unemployment grace period (2+ years)
  Critical
  On employment end
• Health insurance transition (employment to unemployment)
  Critical
  On employment end
• Report employer change (Blue Card, under 12 months)
  Critical
  Before job change starts