Employee Resignation Template – Word/PDF

Resignation by employee – Word and PDF template according to Swedish labor law. Do you want to resign from your employment and simultaneously document when the employer received the notification? This package contains a professionally drafted letter for the resignation of permanent employment, a specific notice for probationary employment, an employer receipt, a separate agreement regarding an earlier end date, and detailed guides. Swedish is the primary language, and English reference documents are included.

This is included – 20 customer files

Document	Usage
1. Resignation – permanent	Clear written notice of termination from the employee with employer details, notice period, desired last day of employment, and receipt option.
2. Terminate probationary employment	Specific employee notice for probationary employment. To be used after checking the employment contract and collective agreement.
3. Receipt of notification	Separate form for the employer to confirm when the notice was actually received. The receipt does not change the terms.
4. Agreement on earlier end date	Voluntary agreement for both parties regarding a changed end date, work obligation, salary, benefits, and final settlement.
5. Swedish user guide	12 concrete steps for resignation, documentation, deadlines, unemployment insurance (a-kassa), and checking final salary.
6–10. English versions	Corresponding five documents, English-language versions governed by Swedish law.

Each document is available as an editable Word file (DOCX) and as a searchable PDF in A4 format, totaling 10 DOCX and 10 PDF files. Word can be used to fill in details before printing and signing. The PDF files also work for review and documentation. No Excel sheet is needed for this package.

Digital delivery: The 2027 ZIP package egen-uppsagning-fran-anstalld-word-pdf-2027.zip is attached to this product variant in Shopify Digital Products. It is the sole downloadable file currently listed for this variant.

How do you resign?

For permanent employment, the starting point is that the employee can provide a clear notice of resignation. It is normally not required for the employer to approve the resignation, and the employee does not normally need to state any reason. The resignation must be clear and communicated to the employer. Written form is recommended to be able to prove what was said and when the employer received the message. A signature from the employer on a receipt is therefore something other than an approval that the resignation may take place.

Which notice period applies to resignation?

Section 11 of LAS generally provides for at least one month's notice. Employment contracts and collective agreements may regulate a different or longer period for an employee's own resignation. Check these before writing a final date of employment. With a one-month notice period from, for example, March 15, the last day of employment is normally April 15. Distinguish between last day of employment, last day of work, and any taking of vacation or leave from work duties.

Can I leave earlier?

You can ask the employer to approve a different last day of employment. The separate document in the package is a voluntary agreement that must be signed by both the employee and the employer. A unilateral wish for an earlier end date does not automatically change the notice period. If an employee does not observe the statutory notice period, liability for damages may arise under Section 38 of LAS.

Resignation from probationary or fixed-term employment

Probationary employment can normally be terminated by the employee during the probationary period according to Section 6 of LAS. For the employer, a specific two-week procedure applies under Section 31 of LAS, but that requirement should not be applied to the employee without further consideration. Always check any special notice periods in collective agreements or employment contracts.

Fixed-term employment, such as certain substitute positions or specific fixed-term employments, however, normally ends on the end date and cannot always be terminated prematurely. If there is no permitted termination clause or other legal basis, the termination of employment should be handled through a separate agreement after consultation, not just by using the standard letter.

What happens to unemployment insurance (a-kassa) if I resign?

Resignation without a valid reason can lead to suspension from unemployment benefits. According to Chapter 7, Section 4 of the Unemployment Insurance Act (2024:506), the general rule is 45 benefit days, with special rules in certain situations. Older benefit periods may be covered by transitional provisions. The circumstances are assessed by the unemployment insurance fund; a resignation letter or agreement on an earlier end date does not guarantee a specific right to benefits. Consult your unemployment insurance fund before making a decision if you are uncertain.

Final salary, vacation pay, and certificates

Check salary, inconvenient working hours (OB), overtime, any time bank, and other earned compensation. According to Sections 28 and 30 of the Annual Leave Act, earned vacation that has not been taken should normally be compensated at the end of employment and paid out without unreasonable delay, as a general rule within one month. If necessary, request an employer certificate and relevant service certificates, and coordinate the return of equipment, authorizations, confidentiality, and any non-compete clauses.

Step-by-step – using the documents

1. Identify employment type: permanent, probationary, or fixed-term.
2. Check the notice period: read collective agreements and employment contracts before filling in the date.
3. Choose the right document: use the main template for permanent employment and the specific notice for probationary employment.
4. Fill in the details: name, employer, position, date of notification, and confirmed end date.
5. Submit the resignation: to the authorized manager or HR, in a way where receipt can be documented.
6. Request a receipt: use the separate receipt of notification, without claiming that the employer must approve the resignation.
7. Do you wish to leave earlier? draw up a separate written agreement with both parties' signatures.
8. Perform final settlement: check salary, vacation pay, time bank, employer certificate, and equipment.
9. Save evidence: archive the resignation letter, receipt, any end-date agreement, and salary documentation.

Frequently asked questions

Must a resignation be in writing?

Section 8 of LAS requires written notice of termination from the employer. There is no general written requirement for an employee's own resignation. Written documentation is recommended for evidentiary security.

Do I need to state why I am resigning?

No, an employee with permanent employment does not normally need to state reasons for their resignation.

Must the employer sign?

No, not normally for an employee's resignation to be valid. A receipt of notification, however, is useful to show that the employer has received the letter. If you are to agree on a shorter time, an actual agreement is required.

Can I resign during probationary employment?

Normally yes, but check any deadlines in employment and collective agreements. The two-week rule in Section 31 of LAS is not automatically the employee's notice period.

Can I resign from fixed-term employment?

It depends on the agreement and applicable rules. A fixed-term agreement without the possibility of premature termination can normally not be terminated unilaterally ahead of time.

Can I retract my resignation?

A clearly received notice of resignation is normally binding. Retraction generally requires the employer to agree to it, although special circumstances may need to be assessed individually.

Are English documents included?

Yes, five English reference documents according to Swedish law are included. They should not be used as British or American legal templates.

Related labor law templates

• Agreement on termination of employment
• Notice that probationary employment is ending – employer's version
• Notice of termination from employer – personal reasons
• Notice of termination from employer – redundancy

Legal basis and sources

• The Employment Protection Act (1982:80), specifically Sections 4, 6, 11, and 38
• The Annual Leave Act (1977:480), specifically Sections 28–30
• The Unemployment Insurance Act (2024:506), Chapter 7, Section 4
• Unionen – resignation and notice periods

Legally reviewed October 10, 2026. Version 2.0. This package is a general documentation aid according to Swedish law, not individual legal advice or a guarantee of legal effect. Check special contract terms and conditions before use. The 2027 ZIP file is already attached to the digital delivery in Shopify Digital Products. It is currently the only file listed for this product variant.