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Resignation letter for the Czech Republic — with the notice period, zápočtový list and termination by agreement
Short answer. Enter your name, town, employer, job title and last day: the letter appears here and you open the full document to sign. Form: notice must be in writing, otherwise it is disregarded (§ 50(1)).
- End of employment — two months from delivery (section 51)type the date
- DPP and DPČ agreements — 15 days from delivery (section 77(5))type the date
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The notice period starts on the day of delivery and ends on the day with the same number; in a shorter month, on its last day.
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Five fields — and your resignation letter is ready
Name, town, employer, job title and last day of employment. You see the letter here, then open the full document to sign.
- Add your address, the contract date and the notice length, print two copies and sign.
- Hand it over in person and have receipt confirmed on your copy — the notice period runs from that day (section 51).
- Work out your remaining leave: it is paid out only when employment ends (section 222).
Template for an employment contract. Czech Labour Code: written form (section 50(1)), no reason needed (section 50(3)), at least two months’ notice from delivery (section 51). Not legal advice. Names in the examples are fictional.
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Deadlines
The rules, with the source
| What | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Form | Notice must be in writing, otherwise it is disregarded | § 50(1) |
| Reason | An employee may resign for any reason or without giving one | § 50(3) |
| Notice period | At least two months; starts on the day of delivery, ends on the day with the same number | § 51(1), (2) |
| Longer notice | Only by written agreement and the same for employee and employer | § 51(3) |
| Withdrawal | Only with the employer’s written consent | § 50(5) |
| On leaving | Pay for untaken leave; confirmation of employment; work reference within 15 days of request | § 222, 313, 314 |
| Other routes | Agreement (§ 49), termination in probation (§ 66), DPP/DPČ with 15 days’ notice (§ 77) | § 49, 66, 77 |
Since the amendment effective 1 June 2025 the notice period no longer starts on the first day of the next month but on the day of delivery.
Step by step
What to do, in order
1
Fill in 5 fields
Name, town, employer, job title and last day of employment.
2
Open the full letter
Add your address, the contract date and the notice length, and print two copies.
3
Hand it over against signature
Have receipt confirmed on your copy; the notice period runs from that day.
Questions
How long is the notice period in the Czech Republic in 2026?
At least two months. It starts on the day the employer receives your notice and ends on the day with the same number: notice delivered on 23 October ends on 23 December (section 51 of the Labour Code).
Can I write the resignation letter in English?
The law only requires writing (section 50(1)). Many Czech employers accept English; the Word file also explains the Czech terms (výpověď, zápočtový list) so HR understands what you ask for.
Can I leave earlier than two months?
Only by agreement with the employer (section 49). The document contains a ready agreement text with the end date you agree on.
What must the employer give me when I leave?
Final pay including compensation for untaken leave (section 222), a confirmation of employment — the zápočtový list (section 313) — and, on request, a work reference within 15 days (section 314).
How do I end a DPP or DPČ agreement?
Unless the agreement says otherwise, by written notice with a 15-day period starting on the day of delivery (section 77(5)).
Is it free? Do I need to register?
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