Start Your Business in the Czech Republic as an EU Citizen
Are you an EU citizen planning to start a business in the Czech Republic?
Our Trade License Registration Service for EU citizens provides a fully remote, streamlined, and legally compliant process — without unnecessary paperwork and without requiring a criminal record from your home country.
You can register your Czech trade license (Živnostenský list) entirely online.
What Is a Czech Trade License (Živnostenský List)?
A Czech trade license allows EU citizens to operate legally as a sole trader (OSVČ) in the Czech Republic.
With a registered trade license, you can:
- Legally operate as a self-employed individual (OSVČ)
- Issue invoices within the EU and internationally
- Register with Czech tax authorities
- Enroll in public health insurance and social security
- Establish official business activity in the Czech Republic
For EU nationals, this is the fastest and most flexible way to start a business in the Czech Republic.
What’s Included in Our Trade License Registration Service
Our service covers the entire registration process:
- Initial consultation and eligibility confirmation
- Preparation of all required documentation
- Online Power of Attorney setup
- Full trade license registration (Živnostenský list)
- Registration with the Czech tax office
- Registration with social security office
- Registration with public health insurance
- Official confirmations sent directly to your email
- Communication with Czech authorities on your behalf
- Optional business address arrangement (additional fee)
There are no hidden fees or surprise charges.
Full Service fee 7,900 CZK
What We Need From You
The process for EU citizens is straightforward.
Required documents:
- Valid EU passport or EU national ID
- Completed online questionnaire
- Signed Power of Attorney (online)
- Business address in the Czech Republic
(We can provide one as an additional service.)
No criminal record certificate is required for EU nationals.
How the Process Works
Step 1 – Consultation
We review your situation and confirm the correct business activity classification.
Step 2 – Documentation
You complete our short questionnaire and sign the Power of Attorney online.
Step 3 – Submission
We prepare and submit all applications to the Czech Trade Office and relevant authorities.
Step 4 – Trade License Issued
You receive your official Czech trade license (Živnostenský list) electronically.
Step 5 – Post-Registration Setup
We complete tax, social security, and public health insurance registrations.
Step 6 – Payment Instructions
You receive clear instructions for social and health insurance contributions.
The entire process is handled remotely and designed to minimize bureaucracy.
Why Choose WiseExpats?
- Fully remote registration
- Direct communication with authorities
- Clear, structured process
- Fast turnaround
- Transparent pricing
- Ongoing support after registration
We guide you from initial consultation to full activation of your Czech business status.
Ready to Start Your Czech Trade License?
Register remotely and get fully set up without bureaucracy.
Frequently Asked Questions – Trade License for EU Citizens
Do EU citizens need a criminal record to apply for a Czech trade license?
No. EU nationals are not required to submit a criminal record certificate from their home country when registering a trade license in the Czech Republic.
How long does it take to obtain a Czech trade license?
In most cases, the trade license is issued within two working days after submission, provided that all required documents are complete.
Do I need to live in the Czech Republic to register a trade license?
You must have a registered Czech business address. However, physical presence is not required during the registration process. The entire procedure can be handled remotely through Power of Attorney.
Can I operate internationally with a Czech trade license?
Yes. Once registered as an OSVČ (sole trader), you can legally invoice clients within the EU and worldwide, depending on your business activity.
What taxes will I need to pay as a sole trader (OSVČ)?
You will be responsible for income tax and monthly social and health contributions. We provide payment instructions after registration.
Can I upgrade or modify my business activities later?
Yes. Business activities under a Czech trade license can be updated or expanded if needed.
What if I don’t have a Czech business address?
We can arrange a registered business address as an additional service.