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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Czech Republic.
Travelers are advised not to proceed beyond major cities without sufficient cash.
ATM cash withdrawals outside bigger communities or cities may not be available.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts for reconversion.
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Time difference with Switzerland
+/- 0 h
Capital
Prague (Praha)
National language
Official language
Czech
Language capabilities
English, German and French
Voltage
220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Opening hours
Banks
8.00 - 18.00 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
9.00 - 18.00 h (Mon - Fri)
9.00 - 13.00/15.00 h (Sat)
Health situation
L'acqua di rubinetto è perlopiù potabile.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 (varies by rental company).
CH sticker, first-aid kit, bright signal jacket and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Headlights must be on even during the day.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.0 ‰.
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Prag, Pevnostni 7
Tel. +420 220 400 611
Other information
Security
Observe elementary safety precautions.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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