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Trade License (Živnostenský list)
Czechia
Last verified: 2026-02-20
Fees, fines, and deadlines are approximate. Always verify with official sources.
Key Registrations & Procedures
Trade License (Živnostenský list)
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 (Živnostenský úřad) 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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