Erdal Nuhbasa – Law and Consulting Firm – Legal Services
Erdal Nuhbasa – Law and Consulting Firm – Legal Services
Czechia has become one of the most attractive locations for entrepreneurs who want to establish a company in the heart of Europe. With a stable legal framework, EU membership, low incorporation costs, competitive tax rates and investor-friendly regulations, the country provides efficient incorporation options for all company types, including s.r.o. (LLC), a.s. (joint-stock company), v.o.s. (general partnership), k.s. (limited partnership) and cooperatives. Between these company types, forming a limited liability company (s.r.o.) is the most common choice for both residents and foreign investors.
As a law firm, we provide end-to-end legal support for clients wishing to establish a business in Czechia — from choosing the optimal legal structure to drafting incorporation documents, representing clients before the notary, ensuring Commercial Register entry, and assisting with post-incorporation requirements.
The appropriate company type depends on your business model, liability preferences, investment scale, and future expansion plans.
The main legal requirements include:
Select the appropriate legal structure. Ensure the company name is unique and not confusingly similar to existing entities.
Collect relevant documents and determine the ownership and management structure of the company
Obtain written consent from the property owner. Prepare the address documentation for the notary.
Prepare the founding deed or articles of association. Draft managing director declarations and required statements.
Sign the incorporation documents before a Czech notary. Foreign investors may incorporate via power of attorney, without traveling to Czechia.
For simple s.r.o. structures, the managing director may declare capital deposited without bank proof. For higher capital amounts, a bank certificate may be required.
The notary may file the application directly. Registration usually takes a few days.
If your business activity requires, you need to get a trade license, check the regulated professions or special business activities.
Get a tax identification number, open a corporate bank account and set-up accounting
After incorporation, companies have legal obligations they must comply with. Failure to fulfill these obligations may result in fines and even the dissolution of the company.
Your obligations after establishing a company are as follows:
Non-compliance under Czech law can lead to several serious consequences for businesses. These may include financial penalties imposed by tax authorities or trade offices, the invalidation of business licenses, and restrictions on a company’s ability to operate. In severe cases, authorities may even decide on forced liquidation or remove the company from the Commercial Register, which can have long-lasting impacts on its operations and reputation.
In addition to corporate consequences, managing directors can face personal liability if their actions or negligence contribute to the breach of legal obligations. When intentional misconduct is proven, criminal liability may also apply. Because these risks can significantly affect both the company and its leadership, proper legal oversight is essential to ensure compliance and avoid unnecessary complications.
For foreign clients, the entire incorporation process can be handled remotely. It means that for some types of company you don’t need to be in Czechia. Especially for s.r.o. formation, no physical presence in Czechia is required. So, we can help you with all the process without you being in Czechia.
Our services include:
What You Need to Do
To initiate the incorporation process, you must prepare the following information and documents:
The Czech Trade Register and notary require a Czech translation of the approval/apostille section.
