How to get a VAT registration in Czech Republic

The e-commerce market in the Czech Republic is growing steadily, offering significant opportunities for online sellers. A VAT registration in Czechia is essential for compliance, credibility, and streamlined tax handling, especially if you’re storing goods or selling directly to Czech consumers. Below is everything you need to know about how to get a VAT registration in Czech Republic— updated for July 2025.

 

Who Needs a VAT registration in Czech Republic?

You are required to register for VAT in the Czech Republic if any of the following apply:

📦 You store goods in the Czech Republic

The e-commerce market in the Czech Republic is growing steadily, offering significant opportunities for online sellers. A VAT registration in Czechia is essential for compliance, credibility, and streamlined tax handling, especially if you’re storing goods or selling directly to Czech consumers. Below is everything you need to know about Czech VAT registration — updated for July 2025.

If you hold stock in Czech warehouses — whether independently or via a fulfillment service like Amazon FBA — VAT registration is mandatory.

📈 You exceed the EU-wide distance selling threshold of €10,000

Since July 2021, sellers who exceed €10,000 in total cross-border B2C sales across the EU must register for VAT (or use the OSS scheme). If you are not using OSS and sell to customers in Czechia, you must register locally.

🏢 You are a Czech business exceeding the national threshold

Czech-based businesses must register if their turnover exceeds CZK 2,000,000 in 12 consecutive months.

What Information Is Required for VAT Registration in Czech Republic?

To apply for VAT registration in the Czech Republic, you’ll need:

• A valid VAT certificate from your home country (issued within 6 months)

• Company registration certificate (issued within 6 months)

• Official company certificate confirming current directors

• Business register extract

• Proof of Czech bank account details (name, address, account number)

• Evidence of trade if you’re already storing in Czechia (e.g., shipping documents)

• Company formation documents (e.g., Certificate of Incorporation, Articles of Association)

All documents must be translated into Czech by a sworn translator.

How Long Does It Take?

VAT registration in the Czech Republic usually takes around 30 days after submission of a complete and correctly translated application.

Format of Czech VAT Number

• Name: Daňové identifikační číslo (DIČ)

• Country Code: CZ

• Format: CZ + 8, 9, or 10 digits

• Examples: CZ12345678, CZ123456789, CZ1234567890

You must include this number on all invoices and VAT returns.

🔎 How to Verify a Czech VAT Number

Once you receive your Czech VAT number, you can verify it — or check the validity of any EU VAT number — using the VIES VAT Number Validation tool provided by the European Commission. This is especially useful if you’re working with suppliers or customers in other EU countries and need to ensure their VAT status is active and valid for intra-community trade.

Czech VAT Rates (as of July 2025)

• Standard rate: 21%

• Reduced rate 1: 15% – Applies to basic foodstuffs, water supply, some medical and educational services, books, newspapers

• Reduced rate 2: 10% – Applies to pharmaceuticals, baby food, and some printed materials

VAT Filing Frequency and Deadlines

Most businesses file VAT returns monthly, but:

• If annual turnover is under CZK 10,000,000 (~€388,000), you may qualify for quarterly filing (if you’ve been registered for at least 3 years)

• Returns are due by the 25th of the month following the tax period

Examples:

• January return → due by February 25

• Q1 return → due by April 25

🧾 Official Information from the Czech Tax Authority

For the most accurate and up-to-date information on VAT obligations, forms, and filing instructions, you can visit the official website of the Czech Financial Administration. It offers English-language guidance and access to online tools for tax compliance in the Czech Republic.

➡️ Visit the Czech Financial Administration – Official Tax Portal

OSS vs. Local VAT Registration

You can use the One-Stop Shop (OSS) instead of registering for VAT in each EU country, but:

• EU-based sellers must register for OSS in their home country

• Non-EU sellers may register in a single EU country to cover all EU distance sales

VAT registration in Czech Republic is still required if you store goods or engage in non-OSS eligible activities.

How to Register for VAT in the Czech Republic

Registration is done through the Czech Tax Authority. The online form (in Czech) must be submitted with the required documents, which are also mailed to:

Finanční úřad pro hlavní město Prahu
Štěpánská 619/28
111 21 Praha 1
Czech Republic

What Happens If You Don’t Register on Time?

• Fines and penalties for late registration

• Interest on unpaid VAT

• Audits and potential legal action

• Ineligibility to reclaim input VAT

Avoid compliance issues by registering promptly.

✅ Not Sure If You Need to Register in Czechia?

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Summary

If you store goods or exceed the €10,000 EU-wide threshold, VAT registration in Czech Republic is mandatory. The process involves document submission (in Czech), tax office communication, and possible ongoing VAT filing obligations.

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