Check probation termination notice deadline

Overview

Use this near the end of probation if the employer may terminate you during Probezeit. Written notice must be given by the deadline or the contract may continue automatically.

Timing to be aware of

14 days before probation end

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

Key date to check

Employment start date

Common questions

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

• I don't understand the legal German in my contract; what should I look out for?
• I'm in my 6-month probation period. Can my boss fire me without a reason?

Related events

• Receive and document termination notice
  Critical
  When termination received
• Check termination notice period (Kündigungsfrist)
  Critical
  When termination received
• Register as job-seeking after termination (Arbeitsuchend)
  Critical
  3 days after termination received
• Apply for unemployment benefit (ALG I)
  Critical
  On employment end (day 1)
• Review employment contract before start date
  High
  7 days before employment start