Work certificate

An employment certificate is an important document that the employer issues to the employee upon termination of employment.

It contains essential information such as the length of employment, the type of activity carried out, the income earned and, where applicable, information on social security contributions. This document is often requested by the Employment Agency or other social security agencies to verify claims for unemployment benefits, pension benefits, or other social security benefits.

The employment certificate serves as official proof of professional activity and is essential for clarifying social rights following the end of an employment relationship. Workers should ensure that the document is completed completely and correctly, as errors or gaps in the certificate may delay the receipt of unemployment benefits or cause other disadvantages.

In addition to formal information about the length of employment and income, the employment certificate may also be relevant to support subsequent applications, as it provides a complete presentation of professional history. Employees have the right to request a work certificate and employers are required by law to issue it upon termination of employment.