Check fixed-term contract expiry

Overview

Use this when your fixed-term employment contract is approaching expiry. Start renewal discussions before the deadline—often about 90 days ahead.

Timing to be aware of

90 days before contract expiry

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

Key date to check

contract_expiry_date

Common questions

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

• My visa expires in 72 hours and the Foreigners' Office hasn't replied. Am I illegal?
• The Foreigners' Office never replies to my emails. How can I get a response?
• The online application for my visa renewal is showing a Technical Error. What is the fallback?
• My visa was approved but the physical card takes 8-12 weeks. Why?
• I don't understand the legal German in my contract; what should I look out for?

Related events

• Check fixed-term renewal limits (2 years, up to 3 renewals)
  High
  At contract renewal
• Check fixed-term lease end (Zeitmietvertrag)
  Critical
  90 days before contract expiry
• Apply for Wohngeld renewal
  Medium
  2 months before wohngeld expiry
• Haftpflicht cancellation notice deadline
  High
  3 months before policy renewal
• Check credit card expiry date
  High
  60 days before card expiry