A residence card alone does not settle work authorisation or the evidence needed to recover unpaid employment entitlements.
Next steps
Review whether the permit matches the employer and work performed, and whether a renewal or new application is required. Keep the permit decision, contract and employer correspondence. A company shareholder or a person with residence permission should not assume that work permission follows automatically. Immigration planning and the employment dispute should be handled together.
For unpaid wages, prepare a month-by-month table of amounts due, amounts received and evidence. Preserve schedules, messages and termination documents in their original form. A release, settlement or resignation can affect the claim and should be assessed before relying on its label. Representation from abroad may be possible with suitable authority, although particular evidence may require personal participation.
Documents to prepare
- Employment contract and work permit
- Payroll, bank payments and SGK records
- Working-time evidence
- Termination and settlement correspondence
Do I need to travel?
An initial review can begin while you live abroad. Personal attendance, authority and original documents depend on the procedure.
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