Re-register after sick leave or holiday

Basic steps

  1. Re-register on the first day after the interruption.
  2. Use MeinAMS or contact your local AMS office.
  3. Do not wait several days.

After sick leave, a holiday or another interruption, the AMS should know that you are available again.

Many people are unsure whether they are automatically re-registered or need to do something themselves. Check your situation as early as possible so there are no problems with messages, appointments or payments.

What should I check now?

Take a moment to check:

  • Am I re-registered with the AMS?
  • Do I have new messages or open tasks in MeinAMS?
  • Are there any open appointments?
  • Do I need to submit documents?
  • Are my personal details and bank account correct?

This way you can see more quickly if anything still needs to be done.

Frequently asked questions

Why is re-registration important?

During an interruption your status with the AMS can change.

Re-registering tells the AMS that you are reachable again and available to the job market.

Without this information your case may still be treated as interrupted.

When should I re-register?

It is best to re-register on the first day after your sick leave, holiday or other absence.

Do not wait several days, even if you have not received a new message from the AMS yet.

How can I re-register?

First use MeinAMS and check your messages and open tasks there.

If you are unsure or do not have access, contact your local AMS office.

What happens if I re-register too late?

A late notification can have consequences.

There may be follow-up questions or payments may come later.

If you forgot to re-register, act as quickly as possible and explain the situation directly to the AMS.

Will I keep receiving my AMS payments?

That depends on your personal situation.

If your notifications are done and there are no other open issues, processing normally continues.

If a payment is missing, first check your messages, open tasks and your bank account details.

Do I need to send a certificate after sick leave?

That depends on the individual case.

If the AMS needs a certificate or further documents, you will usually find this information in your messages.

Only upload documents through official AMS channels.

Important notes

  • Late re-registration can affect your AMS payments.
  • Reporting back is also important after a holiday or time spent abroad.
  • Keep important confirmations safe.

Next step

Open MeinAMS and check your open tasks or messages.

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Updated: 2026-06-22

These contents are only for general guidance. They do not replace legal advice or official information from AMS or other authorities. Always verify important information directly with the responsible official service.