Quick answer: In 2026 the notice period is at least one month and gets longer depending on how long you have been with the company and who is giving notice. If the employment lasted less than a year, it is 1 month; if it lasted at least a year, 2 months (Section 62 of the Labour Code). Below you will find an overview of the periods and a resignation letter template. PROFESIA.SK
What are the notice periods in 2026?
The length of the notice period depends on how long the employment has lasted and on who is giving notice. Here is an overview:
| Situation | Notice period |
|---|---|
| Probationary period | none (ends immediately) |
| Employment < 1 year | 1 month |
| Employee gives notice, ≥ 1 year | 2 months Danovy-poradca |
| Employer gives notice, ≥ 1 year | 2 months |
| Employer, organisational grounds, ≥ 5 years | 3 months PROFESIA.SK |
Important: as an employee you do not get a three-month period purely because of length of service — two months at most.
When does the notice period start running?
The notice period starts running on the first day of the calendar month following delivery of the notice. It ends on the last day of the relevant month, once the given period has elapsed. Mrp
So if you give notice on 10 March and have a two-month period, it runs from 1 April and the employment ends on 31 May.
How to write a resignation letter (template)
Notice must be in writing and delivered to the other party. Here is a simple template for an employee:
[Name Surname, address]
[Employer name, address]
In [city], on [date]
Subject: Notice of termination of employment
I hereby give notice of termination of the employment relationship concluded on [date]
for the position of [position], pursuant to Section 67 of the Labour Code.
The notice period starts running on the first day of the calendar month
following delivery of this notice.
Kind regards,
[handwritten signature]
You will find an editable version to download at the end of the article. The exact wording of the law is in the Labour Code.
Can I end my job without a notice period?
Yes, by an agreement on termination of employment — if you agree in writing with your employer on a specific day, the notice period does not apply. Employment also ends without a notice period during the probationary period.
Watch out for the protected period: an employer may not give notice to, for example, a pregnant employee, during maternity or parental leave, or during sick leave. PROFESIA.SK
What to do after giving notice?
Do not wait until the last day to start looking for a new job. Articles such as how to find a job that fits and interview questions will help.
Try Surikado: over WhatsApp you say what you can do and immediately get tailored offers — or Surikado Interview AI can interview you for the position directly over a call.
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