CZECHIA PEO & EOR
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DID YOU KNOW
- Czech Republic has one of the oldest university traditions in Europe; Charles University in Prague was founded in 1348 and remains a key intellectual centre.
- The country has more castles and chateaux per square kilometre than almost anywhere in the world, with over 2,000 historic castles, palaces and ruins.
- Czechia is world famous for its beer culture; it has the highest beer consumption per capita globally and many of its breweries date back centuries.
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CZECHIA EOR Services
A central European hub with robust labour standards
Czech Republic offers access to a skilled workforce, EU regulatory certainty, strong manufacturing, IT and engineering sectors, and good infrastructure. But foreign businesses must navigate minimum wage rules, social insurance, collective bargaining, statutory leave, payroll taxes and benefits, and permit/immigration requirements. Partnering with Gibson Watts Global as your Employer of Record in Czech Republic lets you manage payroll, local contracts, tax withholding, social contributions, leave & public holiday compliance, and work permit support so you can expand smoothly and lawfully.
Working in CZECHIA
Financial Year Dates
Fiscal year runs 1 January to 31 December.
Minimum Wage
From 1 January 2025 the national minimum wage for full-time work (40 hours/week) is CZK 20,800 gross per month. Hourly minimum wage is CZK 124.40.
Standard working hours
Standard full-time workweek is 40 hours, typically five 8-hour days.
Overtime
Work beyond standard working hours must be paid at overtime rates or compensated with time off, following local labour law.
Holiday Allowance
Employees are entitled to 20 working days of paid annual leave per calendar year.
Sick Leave
Employees registered with social insurance system are entitled to sickness benefits subject to medical certification and contribution requirements.
Maternity & Paternity Leave
Maternity leave is 28 calendar weeks; payment is made under social insurance. Fathers have entitlement to paternity benefit (typically 14 calendar days).
Public Holidays
Czech Republic observes public holidays including:
- New Year’s Day
- Easter Monday
- Labour Day
- Liberation Day
- Saints Cyril and Methodius Day
- Jan Hus Day
- Czech Statehood Day
- Independent Czechoslovak State Day
- Day of Czech National Holiday
- Christmas Day
- St Stephen’s Day.
Social Contributions
Employees contribute social insurance, health insurance, pension insurance; the rate includes deductions from gross salary. Employers pay additional social security, health insurance, pension and other employer side contributions. There is a maximum assessment base for social insurance contributions; above this ceiling no further contributions are required by employee or employer.
Income Tax
Personal income tax is progressive. For 2025, rates include a basic rate (around 15 percent) for lower income brackets, increasing to 23 percent for income above a certain threshold. Non-residents are taxed on Czech-source income.
Health Care
Public healthcare is provided through the national insurance and health system. Registered employees receive access to public health services. Many employers offer private health insurance as supplementary benefit.
Visas
EU / EEA / Swiss nationals work freely without visa. Non-EU nationals generally require work permit / employee card and residence permit. Employers or EORs often assist with the application and documentation.
13th salary?
Czech law does not mandate a 13th-month salary. Any additional payments, Christmas bonuses or extra salary at year end are determined by contract, collective agreement or employer policy.
Cultural Information
Czech culture blends Slavic heritage, Bohemian traditions and Central European influences. Music, literature and the arts are highly respected; composers like Dvořák and Smetana and writers like Kafka remain central to national identity.
Food is important in social life; meals often include classic dishes like svíčková, goulash, dumplings, and rich desserts such as trdelník or koláče. Beer is a cultural staple and a frequent social connector.
Festivals and folk traditions are alive, especially in Bohemian, Moravian and Silesian regions. Folk costumes, dances, seasonal fairs and harvest celebrations remain part of rural life. Family ties are strong; respect for tradition and a sense of pragmatism are typical cultural values.