The legal starting point
Employment law distinguishes dismissal, resignation, immediate termination with compensation and other endings. Notice depends on seniority and the applicable regime. From 1 August 2026, short periods apply in certain cases below six months of service for contracts starting from that date. Tenancy notice follows separate rules.
Documents to gather
The contract and amendments, payslips, starting date, working arrangements and received notices. Keep evidence of receipt.
Your next step
Write a short timeline and state the outcome you seek. Request a written explanation if an amount or decision seems wrong. Before signing, acknowledging a debt or allowing a deadline to pass, check the consequences for your circumstances. An amicable step does not automatically suspend a statutory deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Is a guide enough to decide?
It helps prepare your next step. Dates, documents and specific rules can change the answer. Consult the sources below and have decisive issues assessed.
Sources and useful texts
Sources consulted on 27 September 2026
General information about Belgian law. Region, date of events and your circumstances can change the applicable rule.
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