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People often speak of the idea that there are generally three things you want when trying to make something happen: you want it to be good, fast and cheap. However, they also say that the truth is that you can only have two of these things exist at once and that you cannot have the third. For instance, if you are remodeling your kitchen, it can be good and fast, but it won’t be cheap. Or, it can be fast and cheap, but it won’t be good. Or, it can even be good and cheap, but it won’t be fast. You can imagine how you could apply this theory to nearly anything.
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Customs, Quotas & Regulations In PragueIf you are planning to visit the Czech Republic, it is worthwhile to know about a few things regarding the country’s customs quotas and regulations. Like in any European nation, the Czech Republic, too, has set certain limits for people visiting the country either for tourism, business or any other purpose. This holds true for Prague – the capital of the Czech Republic – as well.
In 2004, the Czech Republic became a member of the European Union (EU) and since then there has been a new set of customs laws, quotas and other regulations. In fact, there are a different set of rules for different categories – citizens of other EU member countries and tourists from other parts of the world. Different rules notwithstanding, it is mandatory for everyone visiting the Czech Republic to carry ID at all times.
In 2004, the Czech Republic became a member of the European Union (EU) and since then there has been a new set of customs laws, quotas and other regulations. In fact, there are a different set of rules for different categories – citizens of other EU member countries and tourists from other parts of the world. Different rules notwithstanding, it is mandatory for everyone visiting the Czech Republic to carry ID at all times.
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EU Citizens Non-EU Citizens Limitations and Duty Fee Bringing In Currency VAT Refunds Traveling With Animals
EU Citizens
Passports or other ID documents are a must for citizens from different EU member States to enter the Czech Republic. The same rule is applicable for the citizens of Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein, who otherwise enjoy the facility of free movement around the European Economic Area (EEA).
Non-EU Citizens
On the other hand, tourists or other visitors from other nations need to possess a passport with a minimum of six months’ validity as on the day of arrival in the Czech Republic. In many cases, visitors from non-EU countries are also required to have a valid visa to enter the Czech Republic. For further details one may contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Czech Republic. Alternatively, you may click here to learn more.
Limitations and Duty Fee
According to regulations, (Law No. 353/2003 Sb. that deals with consumer taxes) visitors to the Czech Republic are subjected to certain restrictions while bringing in different commodities to the country. Normally, if the commodity being brought into the country surpasses a definite amount, the visitor is required to pay a duty. At the same time, it is mandatory for the importers to notify customs of the amount of the commodity they are bringing in to the country.
If a person is bringing in items or commodities for his or her personal use, the amount differs depending on the country from where they are being brought in. Normally, the law allows larger amounts to pass between European Union (EU) countries compared to those being brought in from any third country. If you wish to seek detailed information on the limits for commodities brought in for personal use or for trade, click here to visit the Czech Customs Service website.
Bringing In Currency
If anyone, whether a citizen or a visitor, is bringing in currency, travelers cheques or credit notes worth more than €15,000 euros, it is mandatory that they inform the Czech Finance Ministry regarding the sum. They also need to file a form available with the Czech Customs Service.
VAT Refunds
If you are a citizen from outside the European Union (EU) States visiting the Czech Republic, you are entitled to make a request for VAT to be returned on purchases exceeding 2,000 Kč. To avail this facility, you need to produce a receipt bearing the retailer’s stamp and an export form and prove that you have the item with you to the customs officer at the border. The VAT refunds are made to the visitor either at the retailer on returning to the country or at the Prague Ruzyně Airport through the services of a particular firm. However, it is important to note that the customer loses the right to have VAT returned if he or she fails to fulfill the formalities within six months of the purchase being made.
Traveling With Animals
If you wish to travel to the Czech Republic with an animal, you need to fulfill all the conditions laid down in the country from which the animal is being brought. Additionally, you are also required to abide by the Czech Republic’s rules. According to Regulation (EC) No. 998/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council, it is mandatory to have a passport for traveling with pets from 1st October 2004. Here are a few things that you need to follow:
Passports or other ID documents are a must for citizens from different EU member States to enter the Czech Republic. The same rule is applicable for the citizens of Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein, who otherwise enjoy the facility of free movement around the European Economic Area (EEA).
Non-EU Citizens
On the other hand, tourists or other visitors from other nations need to possess a passport with a minimum of six months’ validity as on the day of arrival in the Czech Republic. In many cases, visitors from non-EU countries are also required to have a valid visa to enter the Czech Republic. For further details one may contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Czech Republic. Alternatively, you may click here to learn more.
Limitations and Duty Fee
According to regulations, (Law No. 353/2003 Sb. that deals with consumer taxes) visitors to the Czech Republic are subjected to certain restrictions while bringing in different commodities to the country. Normally, if the commodity being brought into the country surpasses a definite amount, the visitor is required to pay a duty. At the same time, it is mandatory for the importers to notify customs of the amount of the commodity they are bringing in to the country.
If a person is bringing in items or commodities for his or her personal use, the amount differs depending on the country from where they are being brought in. Normally, the law allows larger amounts to pass between European Union (EU) countries compared to those being brought in from any third country. If you wish to seek detailed information on the limits for commodities brought in for personal use or for trade, click here to visit the Czech Customs Service website.
Bringing In Currency
If anyone, whether a citizen or a visitor, is bringing in currency, travelers cheques or credit notes worth more than €15,000 euros, it is mandatory that they inform the Czech Finance Ministry regarding the sum. They also need to file a form available with the Czech Customs Service.
VAT Refunds
If you are a citizen from outside the European Union (EU) States visiting the Czech Republic, you are entitled to make a request for VAT to be returned on purchases exceeding 2,000 Kč. To avail this facility, you need to produce a receipt bearing the retailer’s stamp and an export form and prove that you have the item with you to the customs officer at the border. The VAT refunds are made to the visitor either at the retailer on returning to the country or at the Prague Ruzyně Airport through the services of a particular firm. However, it is important to note that the customer loses the right to have VAT returned if he or she fails to fulfill the formalities within six months of the purchase being made.
Traveling With Animals
If you wish to travel to the Czech Republic with an animal, you need to fulfill all the conditions laid down in the country from which the animal is being brought. Additionally, you are also required to abide by the Czech Republic’s rules. According to Regulation (EC) No. 998/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council, it is mandatory to have a passport for traveling with pets from 1st October 2004. Here are a few things that you need to follow:
- Possess a passport (the so-called Pet Passport) or an export certificate from the concerned country, confirmed by a qualified vet
- Possess a microchip or tattoo animal ID
- Need the animal to have rabies inoculation
