What you need to know
- Czech Republic is a safe country – in the top 10, according to global staistics
- Visa, yes or no?
- Official language – Czech (West Slavic language)
- Driving – keep right, keep carlights on both day and night
- Ban on using mobile phones while driving (except hands-free sets)
- On highways, a e-vignette (highway toll sticker, also now available in electronic form) is required. Official website is here
- Zero alcohol policy behind the wheel
- In the Czech Republic, it is allowed to record with a camera in your car.
- Electric car charging station network is available
- GSM/4G/5G cellular bandwith
- No telephone-roaming fees among EU member states
- Free Wi-Fi in most public places
- 230V electrical network, sockets compatible with the European standard (C, E)
- Currency: Czech Crown
- Coins: CZK 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 crown denominations; banknotes: CZK 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000 and 5000 crown denominations
- Approximate prices: pint (500ml) of beer – 50 CZK, loaf of bread – 40 CZK, cinema ticket – 250 CZK
- Card payments widely accepted, contactless or Apple Pay/Google Pay also available
- Money can be exchanged, at exchange offices, banks or cash can be withdrawn in Czech crowns from cash machines (ATMs). It is never recommended to exchange money on the street! It is usual to pay in many shops, pubs... by the credit card.
- Wide network of quality medical care. For emergency calls, phone ☎ 155 or ☎ 112
- Taking out commercial travel insurance is recommended
- Smoking is banned in restaurants, bars and public places
- Customary tips – up to 10 %
Useful information:
Office hours for the public:
Monday, Wednesday: 8 am to 5 pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 8 am to 2.30 pm
Friday: 8 am to 1 pm