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The Letter of Termination of Employment is a crucial document in Dutch employment law that formalizes the end of an employment relationship. It is used when an employer needs to terminate an employee's contract through proper legal channels, whether due to business reasons, performance issues, or mutual agreement. The document must strictly comply with Dutch legislation, including the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek) and the Work and Security Act (Wet werk en zekerheid). The letter should include specific elements required by Dutch law such as the termination date, notice period, transition payment details, and final settlement arrangements. It serves as a vital legal record and must be carefully drafted to ensure compliance with both statutory requirements and any applicable collective labor agreements. The timing and content of this letter are crucial, as Dutch employment law provides significant protection to employees and requires strict adherence to procedural requirements.

1. Header with Date and Address: Formal letter header including date and full address details of both employer and employee

2. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a termination notice (e.g., 'Betreft: Beëindiging arbeidsovereenkomst')

3. Opening and Employee Details: Formal salutation and confirmation of employee's details including position and start date

4. Termination Statement: Clear statement of employment termination, including the specific termination date

5. Notice Period: Specification of the notice period and last working day

6. Financial Arrangements: Details of final salary, transition payment (transitievergoeding), and other financial entitlements

7. Company Property: Instructions regarding return of company property

8. Final Settlement: Information about the final settlement of employment benefits and outstanding vacation days

9. Closing: Professional closing including signature block for authorized representative