Will Czechia's incoming government put more money in freelancers' pockets?

The ANO-led government has long pledged to protect self-employed people and small businesses, though future pensions may be at risk.

Thomas Smith

Written by Thomas Smith Published on 18.11.2025 14:17:00 (updated on 18.11.2025) Reading time: 2 minutes

If you're an entrepreneur in Czechia or rely on freelance income (if you work under a Živnostenský list, that's you), the incoming government says it wants to prevent you from paying higher premiums in 2026.

The new ANO-led coalition is moving to block a scheduled jump in minimum social insurance contributions: one of the most costly parts of the outgoing cabinet’s consolidation package.

However, some politicians argue that while citizens might see short-term savings, they will face a significant reduction in their future pensions. Here's what's at stake.

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