Czech Republic: Payment methods & tips

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Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

in Swiss francs (CHF)

For ATM cash withdrawals
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online

ATM Search

Banknotes

in local currency

For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination

Local currency / ISO Code

Czech koruna CZK

Further Information

Import local currency
unlimited; the equivalent of EUR 10'000.00 or more must be declared

Import foreign currency
unlimited; EUR 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared

Export local currency
unlimited; the equivalent of EUR 10'000.00 or more must be declared

Export foreign currency
unlimited; EUR 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared

Credit cards

Customary credit cards are accepted in most places. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.

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Useful tips from our experts:

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.

Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

+/- 0 h

National language

Official language

Czech

Language capabilities

English, German and French

Capital

Prague (Praha)

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Voltage

220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Passport still valid after end of stay or valid ID card, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.
Tourists must register with police after 30 days.

Foreign travelers must be able to submit a health insurance valid for this country.

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Prag, Pevnostni 7
Tel. +420 220 400 611

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)

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 ‰.

Health situation

L'acqua di rubinetto è perlopiù potabile.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

Other information

Security

Observe elementary safety precautions.

Travel advice for Czech Republic.