Is a probation period required in the Czech Republic?

Yes, in the Czech Republic, employees are required to have a probation period included in their employment agreement. Here's how the probation period in the Czech Republic works: 

• For non-managerial employees, the probationary period may not exceed three consecutive months from their start date. 
• For managerial employees, the probationary period may not exceed six consecutive months from their start date. 
• For employees on a fixed-term contract, the agreed probationary period must not be longer than half of the agreed term of the employment relationship.
• A probationary period can only be agreed upon on or before an employee starts work or the date specified as the date of appointment to a managerial position.
• An agreed probationary period cannot be extended subsequently.