How to Get a Czech EORI Number (Without Getting Stuck in Czech Bureaucracy)

Why You Need a Czech EORI Number for EU Import & Export

If you are importing or exporting goods outside the European Union through the Czech Republic, your shipment will not clear customs without an EORI number (Economic Operators Registration and Identification).

Whether your goods are sitting at Prague Airport or you are setting up an EU fulfillment hub in Czechia, here is everything you need to know about getting your EORI number quickly—and how to avoid the common delays that trap foreign and local businesses alike.

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What is a Czech EORI Number?

An EORI number is a unique identifier used by customs authorities across the EU to track international shipments. In the Czech Republic, the issuing authority is the Customs Administration of the Czech Republic (Celní správa ČR).

For Czech-registered entities, the EORI number follows a standard structure:

• CZ + your 8-to-10 digit Tax Identification Number / IČO (e.g., CZ12345678)

Once assigned, your Czech EORI number is valid across all 27 EU member states. You only need one EORI number for your entire EU operations.

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Who Needs an EORI Number in Czechia?

You must have an EORI number if you are:

• A Czech company (s.r.o. or a.s.) importing goods from or exporting to non-EU countries (such as the UK, USA, or China).
• A non-EU company making your first EU customs declaration inside the Czech Republic.
• An e-commerce seller using Czech warehouses (like Amazon FBA) or registering for the EU One-Stop Shop (OSS) via Czechia.

Note for Private Individuals: If you are importing personal items as an individual (non-business), you do not need a full commercial EORI. You can request a temporary ad-hoc EORI directly at customs.

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The 3 Biggest Hurdles When Applying in Czechia

While the official application with Celní správa is free, applicants frequently run into bureaucratic roadblocks:

1. Language Barrier

• Why it happens: The official Customs portal and application forms are strictly in Czech.
• The impact: High risk of rejection due to mistranslated data fields or missing mandatory attachments.

2. Electronic Verification Requirements

• Why it happens: Submitting directly requires a Czech Data Mailbox (Datová schránka) or a recognized Czech electronic signature.
• The impact: Foreign entities without local Czech registration cannot complete or submit the online forms on their own.

3. Strict Document Formatting

• Why it happens: Non-EU entities must provide sworn Czech translations of commercial register excerpts and VAT certificates.
• The impact: Administrative errors cause complete rejections, leaving shipments trapped at customs and racking up storage fees.

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How the Application Process Works

If you choose to handle the application yourself, here is the standard workflow:

1. Gather Required Documents: Company Registration Excerpt (Výpis z obchodního rejstříku), VAT Certificate (Osvědčení o registraci k DPH), and proof of ID for the executive director.
2. Access the Customs Portal: Navigate to the Celní správa ČR e-Customs portal.
3. Submit via Electronic Channel: Sign the application using your Datová schránka or qualified electronic signature.
4. Await Approval: Standard processing takes between 1 to 3 business days if all paperwork is flawless.

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Need Your Czech EORI Number Handled Without the Headache?

If you don’t speak Czech, lack a Datová schránka, or need your application filed correctly on the first attempt, you don’t have to navigate the bureaucracy alone.

We handle EORI applications directly with the Czech Customs Administration on your behalf via Power of Attorney (Plná moc).

• No Czech language required—we prepare all filings.
• No local e-signature needed.
• Fast processing directly to the assigned customs office.

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