The probationary period for granting or confirming a permanent appointment shall normally not exceed two years, provided that in individual cases the Secretary-General may extend the probationary period for not more than one additional year.
准予或核定长期任用以前的试用期，通常不应超过两年，但秘书长可视个别情况，将试用期延长，最多以延长一年为限。