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EU and EEA citizens moving to Czechia must complete several registrations depending on the length and purpose of their stay. Key procedures include temporary residence registration (Prechodny pobyt), tax registration with the Financial Administration (DIC number), and obtaining a Trade License (Zivnostensky list) if self-employed. This guide covers each procedure with required documents, deadlines, processing times, fees, and the relevant offices including the Foreign Police and Financial Administration.

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Czechia

Capital: Prague

Last verified: 2026-02-20

Fees, fines, and deadlines are approximate and may change. Always verify with official sources.

Key Registrations & Procedures

Temporary Residence Registration (Přechodný pobyt)

Ministry of Interior – Department for Asylum and Migration Policy

Deadline: Register within 30 days of arrival for stays over 30 days. For stays over 3 months, apply for a certificate.
Processing Time: Registration: same day. Residence certificate: up to 30 days processing.
💰Fees: Free for EU citizens
📅Appointment: Appointment recommended at OAMP offices (book online). Walk-in possible but expect long queues.
Required Documents:
  • Valid passport or EU/EEA national ID card
  • Completed registration form
  • Proof of accommodation — rental contract, booking confirmation, or declaration from host
  • For stays over 3 months: proof of employment (work contract) OR proof of self-employment (živnostenský list) OR proof of studies OR proof of sufficient funds (~CZK 100,000/year) and health insurance
Where to Do It:

OAMP offices (Odbor azylové a migrační politiky). In Prague: Koněvova 188/32, Prague 3. Offices in Brno, Ostrava, Plzeň, and other cities. Use the OAMP website to find your local office.

If You Don't Do It:

Fines of up to approximately CZK 3,000 for late registration of accommodation. Fines of up to approximately CZK 100,000 for residing without a valid certificate after 3 months.

Regional Variations: Prague has the busiest office with longest wait times. Regional offices are generally faster.
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Trade License (Zivnostensky list)

Trade Licensing Office (Zivnostensky urad)

Deadline: Before starting self-employment activities
Processing Time: 5 working days
💰Fees: CZK 1,000 for initial registration
📅Appointment: No appointment needed. Walk-in at Trade Licensing Offices.
Required Documents:
  • Valid passport or ID card
  • Proof of Czech address
  • Proof of qualifications (for regulated trades)
  • Clean criminal record (Výpis z rejstříku trestů) — can be requested at CzechPOINT kiosks
  • Completed registration form (Jednotný registrační formulář — available online or at the office)
Where to Do It:

Any Trade Licensing Office (Zivnostensky urad) at your local municipality. Prague: available at each municipal district office. Can also register at CzechPOINT locations.

If You Don't Do It:

Operating without a valid trade license: fine up to CZK 750,000. The trade license also serves as your business tax registration.

Regional Variations: Same process nationwide. Prague district offices handle the highest volume.
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Tax Registration (DIC)

Financial Administration (Financni sprava)

Deadline: Within 15 days of starting employment or business activity
Processing Time: 30 days for processing. Tax ID issued by post.
💰Fees: Free
📅Appointment: No appointment needed.
Required Documents:
  • Valid passport or ID card
  • Proof of Czech address
  • Employment contract or trade license
  • Residence certificate or registration
  • Completed registration form (Přihláška k registraci — available online)
Where to Do It:

Your local Tax Office (Financni úřad), determined by your registered address. In Prague: territorial offices for each district. Online registration possible via Daňový portál.

If You Don't Do It:

Fines of up to approximately CZK 500,000 for failing to register. Employer may not be able to process payroll without your tax registration.

Regional Variations: Tax offices assigned by residence district. Same rules nationwide.
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