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Want to start a business in the Czech Republic? Starting a business in the Czech Republic doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you need a ready-made company for immediate operations or prefer to establish a new company from scratch, we’ve got you covered. Our firm provides seamless company formation services, ensuring a smooth process—whether you’re in the country or handling everything remotely with a Power of Attorney.

Beyond company registration, we also assist with trade licenses, tax registration, accounting, and registered office services, making sure you have everything you need to start operating right away.

Company formation, transfers and liquidation

Establishing a company in the Czech Republic involves several legal steps, but we make the process smooth and efficient. Whether you need to register a new LLC (“s.r.o. – společnost s ručením omezeným”), acquire a ready-made business, transfer ownership, or liquidate a company, we ensure full compliance and efficiency.

Our services include:

  • Company registration in Czech Republic – Fast incorporation of LLCs, Joint Stock Companies (“a.s. – akciová společnost”), Association (“spolek”), Foundation (“nadace”)
  • Ready-made companies – Immediate business ownership transfer
  • Ownership transfers and restructuring – Assistance with mergers and sales
  • Closing a business - liquidation and bankruptcy support – Legally compliant closure procedures
  • Czech legal and notary support – Ensuring proper documentation

Trade licenses & business permits

A trade license (“živnostenský list”) is required for most businesses in the Czech Republic. We assist in obtaining both general and industry-specific permits, ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Our services include:

  • General Czech trade license registration – Essential for starting your business
  • Professional trade license – Required for regulated industries
  • License renewals and modifications – Adapting as your business grows

Business contracts – preparation and review

Strong contracts are key to protecting your business. We assist with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements to protect your interests under Czech commercial law.

Our services include:

  • Czech business contract drafting – Employee agreements, supplier contracts
  • Legal review and negotiation – Ensuring clarity and compliance
  • EU and Czech law compliance – Avoiding disputes and penalties

Business taxation and compliance

Czech businesses must comply with tax laws, including corporate income tax (“daň z příjmu právnických osob”) and VAT (“DPH – daň z přidané hodnoty”). We provide guidance on tax structuring, registration, and compliance.

Our services include:

  • Corporate income tax and VAT registration in the Czech Republic – Ensuring compliance
  • Financial reporting and accounting – Managing tax filings
  • Czech tax optimization strategies – Reduce tax burdens and structure your company smartly

Bankruptcy and closing a business (liquidations)

Closing a business must be done correctly to avoid legal and financial risks. We help with company liquidation, debt restructuring, and insolvency proceedings, ensuring full compliance with Czech laws.

Our services include:

  • Voluntary & compulsory liquidation in the Czech Republic – Proper legal closure of your company
  • Insolvency proceedings (“insolvenční řízení”) – Assistance with filing for insolvency and legal compliance
  • Settling Czech business obligations – Handling debts, contracts, and taxes

Ready-made companies

Need to start a business fast? A ready-made company allows you to begin operations within hours. These companies have never conducted business, ensuring a clean legal history.

Key benefits:

  • Instant ownership transfer – Start immediately
  • Includes Czech trade license – No registration delays
  • Clean legal history – No prior liabilities
  • Optional VAT registration in the Czech Republic – Depending on your business needs

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Attorney | Companies, trade licences, business taxation

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The most common business structures are:

  • Společnost s ručením omezeným (s.r.o.) – Limited Liability Company – in most cases
  • Akciová společnost (a.s.) – Joint Stock Company – typical for large companies with high turnover

Standard company registration (s.r.o./LLC) usually takes 5–15 business days, depending on document preparation, notarization, and government processing. Ready-made companies can be transferred in immediately.

  • Articles of association (“zakladatelské právní jednání”) which include unique company name, business address, business activity, details of shareholders, managing directors, starting capital, rights and obligations and legal agreements
  • Bank account
  • Registered trade license (“živnostenský list”) – after establishing
  • Corporate Income Tax (ICT)
  • Value Added Tax (VAT, DPH) – subject to special registration, minimal turnover

You can close your business through liquidation or without, or insolvency proceedings.

  • Yes, non-residents can establish and own a company in the Czech Republic. A local registered office address is required.
  • Here is also the possibility of establishing a company without physical presence by means of a power of attorney to a legal representative.

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MOSKA MURAD advokátní kancelář, s.r.o.

Na Dolinách 153/22,
Podolí 147 00 Prague 4
Czech Republic

Business identification number (IČO): 22096973
Tax identification (EU VAT) number (DIČ) : CZ22096973

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The out-of-court dispute resolution body for clients – consumers is the Czech Bar Association based in Prague www.cak.cz / e-mail: epodatelna@cak.cz

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Petra Čichoňová​

Petra is a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in helping expats and international businesses establish and manage companies in the Czech Republic. She specializes in business formation, trade licenses, and business taxation, ensuring that her clients understand and comply with all legal requirements.

Petra has a strong background in corporate, commercial, and labor law, making her well-equipped to handle the complexities of starting and running a business. She has successfully assisted clients insetting up companies, drafting business contracts, navigating commercial leases, and managing corporate changes. Her experience working with real estate agencies and e-commerce businesses gives her valuable insight into various industries.

As a member of the Czech Bar Association, Petra is authorized to represent clients before all court sacross the Czech Republic. She speaks Czech and English fluently, allowing her to effectively communicate with international clients.If you’re an expat looking to start a business in the Czech Republic, Petra is here to guide you through every step.

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