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Czech Republic information
ℹ️ General Information about Czech Republic
About Czech Republic
Czech Republic uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type E.
The languages that are typically spoken are Czech and Slovak
Czech Republic uses the Czech koruna (symbol: K?), code CZK.Banknotes come in denominations of 5000, 2000, 1000, 500, 200 and 100 korunas. Koruna is subdivided into 100 halé?s. Coins come in denominations of 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 korunas.
Automatic teller machines are common in Czech Republic. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet speed in Czech Republic is on average 15.9 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Czech Republic is very high. Most hotels, hostels, cafes, restaurants and bars have it.
You can buy a SIM card for about 370.33 CZK, which includes 2 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: O2, T-Mobile or Vodafone. Czech Republic uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Czech Republic upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
To call Czech Republic, dial +, then 420 (the country code for Czech Republic), then the area code and the local number. For local calls within Czech Republic, start with the area code. In the case above area code is 38 .
In Czech Republic you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 130 km/h (80 mph) on motorways, 50 km/h (31 mph) in all built-up areas, 80 km/h (49 mph) on expressways and 90 km/h (55 mph) on undivided highways. Right turn on red lights is strictly forbidden unless an additional green semaphore arrow allows it. It is illegal to drive with blood alcohol content higher than 0.00%.
Road assistance is available at 1240 (ABA), 1230 (ÚAMK) or 800 280 281 (Asisten?ní služba ?SD). For general news on Czech Republic's traffic use Dopravniinfo or Czech motorway net. For news on Czech Republic’s motorways and tolls use The State Fund for Transport Infrastructure (SFDI). Most popular petrol stations in Czech Republic are Eni, Shell, Benzina, OMV, MOL and Papoil. Petrol (unleaded) gas options are called Natural 95, Natural 98 or benzín. Petrol costs about 29.35 CZK per liter.Diesel options are called nafta motorová or Nafta.
🕑 What time is it in Czech Republic?
04:38:16
🛂 Do I need visa for Czech Republic?
For American travelers a visa is not required for Czech Republic
🌤️ How is the weather in Czech Republic?
Temperatures in Czech Republic (centigrade)
Rainfalls in Czech Republic
📁 What regulations are in Czech Republic?
Health information
Import and export information
Export regulations
All items on the prohibited import list.
There are no restrictions on the export of currency if leaving for another EU country. Funds of more than €10,000 must be declared when leaving the EU.
Protected species and products protected under CITES. A permit is required for export.
Cultural goods may require a licence for export. For further information, please visitExport of Objects of Cultural Value.
Import regulations
Tobacco:200 cigarettes;
Tobacco:100 cigarillos;
Tobacco:50 cigars;
Tobacco:250g of smoking tobacco; or
Tobacco:A proportional combination of these goods (such as 100 cigarettes and 50 cigarillos).
Alcohol:There are no restrictions on the importation of currency into the EU.
Alcohol:Funds of more than €10,000 must be declared to the customs authorities.
Currency:There are no restrictions on the importation of currency into the EU.
Currency:Funds of more than €10,000 must be declared to the customs authorities.
Other items:Medicines for personal use. Travellers may be asked to provide a prescription for certain medications.
Other items:Personal items of non-commercial nature worth up to €430 when travelling by air or sea.
Other items:Personal items of non-commercial nature worth up to €300 when travelling by land.
Other items:Personal items of non-commercial nature worth up to €200 for travellers under 15 years of age.
Explosives.
Waste.
Weapons, such as firearms and ammunition of certain categories, may be imported subject to a licence. For further information, please visitImport, Export and Transit of Weapons, Ammunition and Explosives.
Endangered animals, plants, and their derivative products protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) may require protected species permits. For further information, please visitCITES.
Cats, dogs, and ferrets are subject to a mandatory health inspection at the first point of entry on EU territory. They must also have a microchip or tattoo, and have been properly vaccinated against rabies. A Common Veterinary Entry Document certifying the healthy inspection must be provided with the customs declaration. Pets travelling within the EU must have a valid pet passport. For further information, please visit theState Veterinary Administration.
2kg of products of animal origin such as milk powder, baby food, and food for medical purposes can be brought in personal baggage as long as they are still packaged and do not require refrigeration.
Animal products, such as meat and dairy, from outside the EU are subject to veterinary inspections upon arrival. For further information, please visitThe Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary and Plant Protection.
Plants and their derivative products, including fruit and vegetables, may require a phytosanitary certificate upon arrival, and some may be prohibited from entry. For further information, please visitThe Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary and Plant Protection.
Wood packing materials may require a phytosanitary permit.
Narcotic medications may only be imported with an import licence issued by the Ministry of Health, and an export licence from the country of origin if required.
Health regulations
It is recommended that travellers are up to date on routine vaccinations including measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus (DPT), varicella (chickenpox), polio, and yearly flu shots.
A hepatitis A vaccination is recommended as travellers may contract hepatitis A through contaminated food or water in the Czech Republic, regardless of where they are eating or staying.
A hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for those who may have sexual contact with a new partner, who may get a tattoo or piercing, or have any medical procedures.
A rabies vaccination is recommended for those planning an outdoor holiday, for wildlife professionals and researchers, or for those who may come into contact with bats.
Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is often reported in Europe between April and November. For further information, please visit the CDCTick-borne Encephalitis Advice.
H5N1 Avian Influenza has been reported in the Czech Republic. For further information, please visit the CDCAvian Flu Advice.