Document background
The Letter For Notice Period is a critical employment document used in South African workplace contexts when an employee intends to terminate their employment relationship. This document type is mandated by South African labor law, specifically the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, which requires formal written notice for employment termination. The notice period requirements vary based on length of service: one week for employment of six months or less, two weeks for employment of more than six months but less than one year, and four weeks for employment of one year or more. The letter should contain essential information including the employee's details, their position, the intended last working day, and arrangements for handover of duties. It serves as a legal record of the resignation process and helps ensure a smooth transition period.
