Czech holiday calendar 2024: How many days will you get off next year?
Next year will see 10 out of all 13 public holidays fall on weekdays, guaranteeing extra time off for much of the Czech workforce.
The end of the VZP insurance monopoly for foreigners means more choice for consumers
We spoke to insurance experts on how the insurance market is changing for foreigners and what to keep in mind as you shop for a new policy.
Czechia's new whistleblower laws apply to small companies from today
Around half of all firms that need to introduce new whistleblowing systems report problems in doing so, however.
Czechia approves near-10-percent rise in minimum wage: Who will benefit most?
Both monthly and hourly minimum wages will see substantial increases as Czechia strives to meet an EU directive on salaries.
Czechia approves proposal to increase visa quotas, addressing labor shortage
The change will also reduce the quota of special visas granted to Ukrainian refugees due to dwindling demand.
Foreigners now comprise one-tenth of the Czech Republic's total population
A rapid rise in the number of Ukrainians last year has pushed the number of foreigners residing in Czechia past 1 million.
Czechia's average wage surges by 7 percent, but declines in real terms
Despite a sizable increase in nominal wages, rampant inflation seen in much of the past two years has actually devalued salaries.
Czechia's most liveable cities: A complete guide to expat life in Brno
As the country's second-largest city, Brno has a constantly growing expat community, job opportunities, and a unique cultural scene.
Faster hiring and no discrimination: Generations sound off on job hunting in Czechia
Many young people said employers were not communicative and transparent enough, whereas older generations faced age discrimination.
MultiSport no more? Czech companies to slash benefits due to austerity package
A new survey shows that 40 percent of employers plan to cut perks like meal vouchers, language classes, and fitness plans.
Gender pay gap disclosure looms for Czech companies, sparking controversy
Anti-disclosure execs and politicians argue that the EU law could stir up trouble in the workplace and burden smaller firms.
Peru and Czechia nearing agreement for working holiday arrangement
If finalized, the pact would join similar accords the Czech Republic maintains with Canada, New Zealand, Israel, Chile, and Japan.
Czechia to welcome more foreign workers from the Balkans, Caucasus
Due to a shortage of Ukrainian migrant workers, the state is eyeing other countries to fill in the gap in Czechia's labor market – namely in agriculture.
New study predicts which jobs in Czechia will be most impacted by AI
About a third of Czechs believe artificial intelligence will impact their jobs within five years, according to a new Charles University/Ipsos study.
Higher quotas: Czechia announces plan to attract more Filipinos to labor market
The government is also eyeing workers from Vietnam and other Asian countries to help plug the holes in Czechia's labor force.
Czech lawmakers approve bill to simplify process of hiring foreigners
The Chamber of Deputies has passed an amendment to reduce bureaucracy and redefine illegal employment.
Business and IT services sectors add 10,000 jobs in Czechia this year
Leaders in the sector say it is on track to employ 200,000 people by 2025 in fast-growing areas such as cybersecurity, IT support, and data analytics.