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Czech s.r.o. Company Registration, Start to Finish
We register a limited liability company (s.r.o.) in the Czech Republic, obtain the trade license and help with the bank account. Ready-made companies in the Czech Republic and Poland are available, along with accounting and legal support after launch.
If you want to set up a company in the Czech Republic, the s.r.o. is the most common business form and the most practical one for a foreign entrepreneur. The company is entered in the Commercial Register and then registered with the tax office and other public bodies. To operate, it needs a trade license, the živnostenský list. Most businesses can use a general (free) trade license that covers about 80 types of activity. The whole procedure takes roughly 20–25 business days, depending on the chosen activity.
Share capital is a separate question. By law the minimum for an s.r.o. is symbolic, from CZK 1, but a bank or the immigration office may look at the amount, so it is better to set it according to your plans. If you cannot wait for registration, you can buy a ready-made company in the Czech Republic or Poland. After launch we keep the books and provide legal support so the company does not build up reporting problems.
Who it is for
- Entrepreneurs who want to do business in the Czech Republic and the EU
- Companies entering the Czech market through their own entity
- Those who need a ready-made company for a quick start
- Business owners who need a local accountant and lawyer after registration
Requirements
- Legal form: s.r.o., a limited liability company
- Registration in the Commercial Register and with public bodies
- A trade license: the general license covers most activities
- For professional trades, a responsible representative: a Czech citizen or a holder of Czech temporary or permanent residence
- Share capital and a bank account
- A registered address in the Czech Republic
What we do
- Match your activity to the right type of trade license
- Prepare the documents and register the s.r.o. in the Commercial Register
- Obtain the trade license
- Register the company with all required public bodies
- Help with share capital and opening a bank account
- Find ready-made companies in the Czech Republic and Poland, and provide accounting and legal support
Key documents
- Passports of the founders and the director
- Details of shareholdings and ultimate beneficial owners
- Description of the planned activity
- Criminal record certificate for the director, if the chosen license requires it
- Documents for the registered address
How it works
- Consultationactivity, founders, license type and whether a ready-made company makes sense
- Documentsincorporation documents, address and beneficial owner details
- RegistrationCommercial Register and public bodies
- Trade licensegeneral, or professional with a responsible representative
- Account and bookkeepingshare capital, bank account and accounting from the first year
Timeline
Roughly 20–25 business days, depending on the activity and the type of trade license.
Timelines are approximate: government agencies, consulates and banks set them.
What to watch out for
- If your activity is not covered by the general license, you need a responsible representative, which makes the process longer and more complex
- The bank checks the founders and the source of capital and decides on the account itself; personal deposits of Russian citizens without EU residence are also capped by EU rules at €100,000 per bank
- A ready-made company should only be bought after checking its history and debts
- Timing depends on the type of activity and the public authorities
- As of October 2026, Czech embassies do not accept visa or residence applications from citizens of Russia and Belarus, with narrow exceptions such as family members of Czech and EU citizens, so as a rule they cannot relocate through a Czech company
FAQ
How much does it cost?
Our service fee is from $2,700 for up to three founders. Government fees, translations, insurance and other mandatory costs are paid separately; we send the full estimate before you sign.
How long does it take to set up a company in the Czech Republic?
Roughly 20–25 business days. The timing depends on the chosen activity and the type of trade license. If you need to move faster, consider buying a ready-made company: it already exists and only has to be transferred to you.
How much share capital does an s.r.o. need?
By law the minimum capital of an s.r.o. is CZK 1. In practice the amount is chosen to fit the purpose: for a bank account or a business-based residence permit, symbolic capital may raise questions. We suggest a reasonable amount at the consultation.
What is a general trade license?
It is a permit that covers about 80 types of activity and does not require a responsible representative. The government fee for the first notification of such a trade is CZK 1,000. For most trading and service companies, this license is enough.
When do I need a responsible representative?
When your activity is not on the list covered by the general license. The representative must be a Czech citizen or a person with Czech temporary or permanent residence, and is responsible for that type of activity.
Can I buy a ready-made company in the Czech Republic?
Yes, we have ready-made companies in the Czech Republic and Poland. Before the purchase we check the company's history, reporting and debts, and then transfer it to you.
Do you guarantee the result?
No. Decisions are made by government agencies, consulates and banks. We are responsible for preparing and checking documents, filing and support, and we tell you about the risks upfront.
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