Czech Republic, located in Central Europe, is a country with a thriving economy and business opportunities. Whether you want to start a small business or expand an existing one, registering your business in Czechia can be a smooth and straightforward process. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to register a business in Czechia.
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Choose the Legal Form of Your Business
The first step in registering a business in Czechia is to choose the legal form of your business. The most common types of business entities in the Czech Republic are:
Limited Liability Company (s.r.o.): This is the most popular form of business entity in the Czech Republic. The minimum share capital required for a limited liability company is CZK 1.00, and the liability of shareholders is limited to the amount of their capital contribution.
Joint-Stock Company (a.s.): A joint-stock company is suitable for larger businesses. The minimum share capital required for a joint-stock company is CZK 2,000,000.
Sole Proprietorship: A sole proprietorship is suitable for small businesses. This type of business entity has a single owner who is responsible for all liabilities.
Choose the Name of Your Business
The next step is to choose the name of your business. The name must be unique, and you can check its availability on the Czech Commercial Register website.
Obtain a Trade License
In the Czech Republic, you must obtain a trade license to operate a business. The trade license is issued by the Trade Licensing Office (Živnostenský úřad). You can apply for a trade license online or in person.
Register Your Business with the Commercial Register
Once you have chosen the legal form of your business, chosen the name, and obtained a trade license, the next step is to register your business with the Commercial Register (Obchodní rejstřík). The Commercial Register is a public register that contains information about all legal entities and individuals conducting business in the Czech Republic.
You can register your business online or in person at the Regional Court. You will need to provide the following documents:
Founding deed (společenská smlouva) or articles of association (stanovy)
Identification documents of the company’s executive bodies (board members, directors, etc.)
Proof of legal entity (if applicable)
Proof of payment of the registration fee
Register for Tax and Social Security
After registering your business with the Commercial Register, you must register for tax and social security. You can do this online or in person at the local tax office and social security agency.
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