Czech Payroll Guide — Your Roadmap to Payroll Compliance in Czechia
A practical 2025 handbook in clear English covering:
- Contracts & Time: HPP, DPČ, DPP, agency, OSVČ; working hours, overtime & allowances.
- Wages: Minimum & guaranteed wage levels — structure, groups, impact.
- Taxes & Insurance: 15%/23% bands, credits, deductions; social & health bases & caps.
- Operations: Leave, sickness, maternity/paternity/parental, severance, reimbursements.
- Practice: Full gross-to-net example, monthly controls, common errors, year-end FAQs.
2025 essentials at a glance
- Minimum wage: CZK 20,800/month (CZK 124/hour). Guaranteed wage groups by role.
- Social insurance cap: CZK 2,234,736/year; no cap for health insurance.
- Health insurance minimum base: Top up to min wage unless exempt (students, pensioners, parental leave, disability, concurrent coverage).
- Tax bands: 15% up to CZK 139,671/month, 23% above; credits only with signed Taxpayer Declaration.
- Deadlines: Most filings by 20th of following month; registration changes within 8 days; monthly DPP reporting since 7/2024.
Why this guide matters
- Practical, step-by-step explanations you can apply immediately.
- 2025 rates and thresholds presented in context with examples.
- Clear separation of statutory rules vs. practical controls.
- Common pitfalls highlighted to help you avoid costly mistakes.
- Ready-to-use review steps and checklists (in Plus plan).
Who it’s for
- Readers who want a structured, reliable overview of Czech payroll.
- Independent practitioners who need repeatable steps.
- People preparing to work in Czechia and reading payslips.
- Anyone preferring practical guidance over raw legal commentary.
What’s inside (high-level)
Contracts & Time
- Employment forms: HPP, DPČ, DPP (practical differences).
- Agency work, OSVČ basics and implications.
- Working hours, overtime, supplements (night, weekend, holiday).
- Minimum & guaranteed wages — structure and levels.
Taxes & Insurance
- Income tax: 15% / 23% bands with examples.
- Tax advances, credits, deductions, reconciliation essentials.
- Social & health insurance — who, when, ceilings, practical notes.
- Benefits taxation: meals, car, home office, pensions, healthcare.
Operations & Year-end
- Vacation rules, sickness, maternity, paternity, parental benefits.
- Severance pay and related obligations.
- Travel reimbursements and documentation basics.
- Gross-to-net example + monthly controls & common errors.
Choose your plan
Guide Only
59 EUR incl. VAT
- Czech Payroll Guide (PDF, 2025 edition)
- Clear explanations, examples, and a gross-to-net case
- Lifetime access to this edition
Guide + Yearly Updates & Checklists
69 EUR popular
- Everything in Guide Only
- Monthly payroll review checklist
- 1 year of legislative updates
- Email notifications about changes
Pro Bundle (coming soon)
99 EUR waitlist
- Guide + updates
- Advanced controls & templates
- Extended payroll audit checklist
- Priority support
Consulting Packages
Need tailored help? Secure hours with an expert and move from guesswork to clarity.
Starter Package
10 hours of consulting • English-first, CZ compliance
€690
- Q&A on Czech payroll specifics (policy, payslips, credits).
- Review of internal controls & risk mitigation.
- Lightweight document review (policies, templates).
Hours valid for 6 months. No auto-renewal.
Pro Package
20 hours of consulting • Best value for ongoing support
€1,290
- Everything in Starter, plus deeper review & implementation support.
- Walk-throughs for filings, due dates, and evidence management.
- Priority scheduling for urgent questions.
Hours valid for 9 months. No auto-renewal.
How it works
Delivery & Format
The Czech Payroll Guide is delivered as a PDF file by email within 2 business days. Payment is verified, your invoice is prepared, and your copy is securely sent. You keep lifetime access to the edition you purchased.
Updates & Extras
Choose the 69 EUR plan to receive 12 months of updates and a monthly payroll review checklist so you stay aligned with changes without extra research.
Consulting — How sessions run
We meet via video or phone, agree a clear agenda, and focus on outcomes. Time is tracked in 15-minute increments and you receive a short log after each session (topic, time used, time remaining).
Scope & Scheduling
Included: expert Q&A, review of your controls, light document reviews, guidance on filings & due dates. Not included: acting as your payroll provider or submitting filings. Sessions can be rescheduled with 24-hour notice.
FAQ
When will I receive the guide?
The PDF will be delivered to your email within 2 business days of purchase.
Is the 69 EUR plan worth it?
If you expect changes or prefer a ready-to-use monthly checklist, the 69 EUR option saves time and helps ensure compliance.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes. Start with the 59 EUR plan and upgrade to 69 EUR anytime by paying the difference.
Can the PDF be freely shared after purchase?
No. The Czech Payroll Guide is protected by copyright and may not be freely distributed or shared. It is for personal or internal use only.
How are consulting hours tracked?
In 15-minute increments, with a clear log (date, topic, time used, time remaining) after each session.
Do consulting hours expire?
Starter (10h) is valid for 6 months; Pro (20h) for 9 months. You can buy another package anytime.
What’s included vs. not included?
Included: expert Q&A, controls review, light doc reviews, guidance on filings & due dates. Not included: delivering payroll as a provider or submitting filings on your behalf.
Can I reschedule a session?
Yes, with 24-hour notice to avoid the session being counted as used.
Refunds?
No refunds after service starts. If no time has been used, contact us and we’ll review options individually.
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Understand the rules. Apply the controls. Receive your PDF guide within 2 business days.
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