is the school required to supply a release letter to the teacher as they are leaving?

Question

If the school doesn't supply this letter does it cause problems if the teacher wants to apply for another job after their previous contract has expired?

Flora · Answer

Ozteach, it is the school's duty to issue you a Release Letter. The Release Letter stamped by your present employer is needed for the application of a new work permit, so you have to get it if you want to continue working in China.

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Is the school required to supply a Release Letter to the teacher as they are leaving?