The Dismissal Notice Letter is a crucial document in German employment law, used to formally terminate employment relationships. It must strictly comply with German labor law requirements, including the Civil Code (BGB) and Protection Against Dismissal Act (KSchG). The document is necessary when ending employment relationships, whether through ordinary termination with notice period or immediate termination for cause. Key contents include the explicit termination declaration, notice period, last working day, and any relevant special provisions. The letter must be delivered in physical form with an original signature, as electronic delivery is not legally valid in Germany. Special attention must be paid to works council rights, protection against dismissal regulations, and specific notice periods based on employment duration. The document's format and content can vary depending on the termination type (ordinary vs. extraordinary dismissal) and specific circumstances of the employment relationship.

1. Header with Full Address Details: Complete company details and employee's full address

2. Date: Current date of the dismissal notice

3. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a termination notice (Kündigung des Arbeitsvertrages)

4. Clear Statement of Termination: Unambiguous declaration of employment contract termination

5. Notice Period and End Date: Specific mention of the notice period and the exact last day of employment

6. Return of Company Property: Request for return of all company property by the end date

7. Final Payment Information: Information about final salary payment and outstanding vacation days

8. Signature Block: Space for authorized signatory's signature and company stamp if applicable