Reference Letter Request
Asking employer for interim/final reference.
With this template you request a reference / employment certificate (or its correction) and send the letter straight by post – no account, from CHF 2.49. Employees are entitled to a certificate covering the nature, duration, performance and conduct.
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Dear Sir or Madam, I kindly request that you issue a full employment reference letter. The letter should cover the nature and duration of employment, as well as an assessment of my performance and conduct (Art. 330a CO). Thank you in advance. Yours sincerely,...
Requesting an employment certificate: how it works
Last updated: July 2026Under Swiss law, employees are entitled to an employment certificate at any time. The full certificate covers the nature and duration of the employment as well as performance and conduct; on request, a simple certificate (nature and duration only) is also possible. Request the certificate clearly and state the key details of your employment.
If an existing certificate is unclear or inaccurate, you can request a correction. State factually which points you dispute. To prove the request and the date, sending with proof is sensible, especially if you set a deadline.
Recommended shipping method
So you can prove the request and any start of a deadline, we recommend registered mail (from CHF 8.99). That gives you proof of posting. This is a recommendation, not legal advice.
This information is provided as drafting help only and does not constitute legal advice. Deadlines and formal requirements can vary by contract, policy or canton – if in doubt, check with the relevant body.
Facts employment certificate
Overview (without warranty – check employment law/contract):
- Entitlement
- at any time, also after employment ends
- Full certificate
- nature, duration, performance and conduct
- Simple certificate
- nature and duration only (on request)
- Correction
- possible if certificate unclear/inaccurate
- Recommended sending
- registered (proof of the request)
How it works
Fill in template
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Send via post
Common questions
Am I entitled to an employment certificate?
Yes. Employees are entitled to an employment certificate at any time, also after employment ends. It covers the nature, duration, performance and conduct.
What is the difference between a full and simple certificate?
The full certificate also covers performance and conduct, the simple certificate only the nature and duration of the employment. You can choose.
Can I request a correction?
Yes. If a certificate is unclear or inaccurate, you can request a correction on factual, reasoned grounds.
What details go in the letter?
Name, employment period, role and the clear request to issue or correct the certificate; optionally a reasonable deadline.
How should I send the request?
We recommend registered mail (from CHF 8.99) as proof. Simple sending is possible from CHF 2.49.