Unfair Dismissal in Spain: 20 Days to Protect Your Rights

Received a dismissal letter in Spain? You have exactly 20 working days to challenge it.

Key facts and steps

SMI 2026: €1,221/month (RD 126/2026)

For despido improcedente you are entitled to:

• All unpaid wages
• Indemnización (45 or 33 days/year of tenure)
• Court costs

Do NOT sign the finiquito without a lawyer.

Process

papeleta conciliación → SMAC → Juzgado de lo Social.