Germany Severance Pay Calculator 2026

Calculate your severance pay or redundancy entitlement in Germany. Enter your monthly salary and years of service for an instant estimate based on current Germany labour law.

ℹ️ Germany has no statutory mandatory severance. In practice, courts (KSchG) typically award an Abfindung of ~0.5 months salary per year of service, but this depends on negotiation or court ruling.

How is severance pay calculated in Germany?

Germany has no statutory mandatory severance. In practice, courts (KSchG) typically award an Abfindung of ~0.5 months salary per year of service, but this depends on negotiation or court ruling.

Frequently asked questions

How much is severance pay in Germany?
It depends on the type of dismissal, salary and years of service. Germany has no statutory mandatory severance. In practice, courts (KSchG) typically award an Abfindung of ~0.5 months salary per year of service, but this depends on negotiation or court ruling....
What does a severance package include in Germany?
A severance package typically includes accrued holiday pay, pro-rated bonuses and, where applicable, the statutory severance amount.
When is severance pay due in Germany?
Generally on objective, collective or unfair dismissals. Exact rights depend on Germany labour legislation.
How is length of service calculated for severance in Germany?
From the contract start date to the end date. Part-time periods may have special treatment.
Is severance pay mandatory in Germany?
Germany has no statutory mandatory severance. In practice, courts (KSchG) typically award an Abfindung of ~0.5 months salary per year of service, but this depends on negotiation or court ruling....
Severance pay calculator for Germany updated with 2026 data. Results are indicative.

How to calculate severance pay in other countries?

Each country has its own labour legislation on severance pay. Check the specific calculator:

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