Letter templates
Ready-made letters to authorities and companies – in German, filled with your data, as a PDF to sign.
Objections and letters to authorities
Objection to an official decisionWiderspruch gegen einen BescheidIf you disagree with a decision (Jobcenter, Familienkasse, housing benefit office …), you can lodge an objection. It is free.Request for a deadline extensionBitte um FristverlängerungCan't submit requested documents in time? Ask for an extension before the deadline.Request to inspect your fileAntrag auf AkteneinsichtYou have the right to see your file – e.g. before writing reasons for an objection.Status inquirySachstandsanfrageWaiting for weeks? Politely ask about the status and set a two-week deadline.
Jobcenter
Request for review of an old decision (§ 44 SGB X)Überprüfungsantrag nach § 44 SGB XIf the objection deadline has passed but the decision seems wrong, request a review. If wrong, money is paid back up to one year.Request to pay in instalmentsAntrag auf RatenzahlungThe authority demands repayment and you can't pay at once? Request instalments.Request for a rent deposit loan (Jobcenter)Antrag auf Übernahme der Mietkaution als DarlehenIf you receive basic income support and move to an appropriate flat, the Jobcenter can lend the deposit.Request for an advance payment (§ 42 SGB I)Antrag auf Vorschuss nach § 42 SGB IYour application is pending but you have no money for food and rent? Request an advance.Cancel or reschedule an appointmentTermin absagen oder verschiebenIf you can't attend (illness, job interview), cancel in time with a good reason. Missing it without reason can lead to cuts.Informal application to secure the dateFormloser Antrag auf GrundsicherungsgeldBasic income support starts from the day you apply. This short letter applies today; send the full forms later.
Residence and work
Residence permit extension and provisional certificateAntrag auf Verlängerung des Aufenthaltstitels und FiktionsbescheinigungIf your permit is expiring and you can't get an appointment, apply in writing before it expires. It then remains valid until a decision, and you can request a provisional certificate.Application for a work permitAntrag auf Erteilung einer BeschäftigungserlaubnisIf your document says work is only allowed with permission and you have a job offer, apply with this letter.
Contracts
Housing
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