Freelancers in Czechia could save up to CZK 10,000 – but who qualifies?
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Self-employed will pay less in social insurance from July, but not everyone is eligible for a refund. We asked an expert to do the math.
More than half of Czechs now use instant payments: Do you pay by QR code?
The Czech National Bank's instant payment service is now used by most Czechs, with locals quickly adopting QR code payments, according to a new survey.
Czech news in brief for June 7: Sunday's top morning headlines
Czech priests executed by communists beatified, fewer Czechs saving for retirement, one in six Czech students faces harassment, and more weekend headlines.
Czech news in brief for June 5: Friday's top morning headlines
EU countries back Czechia's Ukraine proposal, Havlová quits Havel Library in deepening crisis, and RegioJet hikes fares on peak bus routes.
Czech pension guide: What you need to do before it’s too late (2026)
Assuming pensions here work the same as in your home country could lead to some unpleasant surprises. Here's how it works in Czechia.
What you can expect to pay for a studio, one-bedroom, or family apartment in Prague now
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Prague rents hit new highs in Q1 2026. We break down the latest data by apartment size and look at the exact salary you need to afford them.
A parent’s guide to teen summer jobs in Czechia: New age limits, rules, and tax changes
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A change to the law last year made it legal for 14-year-olds to get a summer job in Czechia. Here's who qualifies and what's required to start.
Everything changing in Czechia in June 2026 – and what else is new this month
From deadlines to transport closures, strawberry season and the end of the school year: an overview of important changes this month.
Czech news in brief for May 28: Thursday's top afternoon headlines
Babiš in the hot seat again over Agrofert ties, most popular Czech baby names revealed, and mapping Prague traffic liabilities.
Czech news in brief for May 28: Thursday's top morning headlines
Lawmakers approve pension legislation, press institute slams Babiš attack on journalists, and Prague opens Rothmayer Villa to free to public.
Czech news in brief for May 27: Wednesday's top morning headlines
Self-employed workers to get a tax break, child diphtheria death triggers police investigation, and water restrictions are spreading across Czechia.
The hidden forces making Czechia's rental market harder to access – and how to crack it
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With 25 applicants competing for every listing, Czechia's rental market has never been tighter. Here's what's driving it and how to get ahead.
Czech news in brief for May 24: Sunday's top morning headlines
Czechia's inflation outlook worsens as oil prices rise, Czechia tops Slovakia in hockey World Cup, and more weekend headlines.
A year-round guide to medieval festivals in Prague and Czechia
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From Hradčany to Český Krumlov: Your guide to the best medieval festivals, jousting tournaments, and castle events across the Czech lands this year.
Czech news in brief for May 18: Monday's top morning headlines
Thousands rally for Czech public media, week ahead in Czechia brings warm weather, and Prague Book World draws 65,000 visitors.
Czechia ends euro consideration as government buries adoption debate
The Czech government has stopped producing annual euro readiness reports, signaling it sees no future path toward adopting the common EU currency.
Big Tech vs. the EU in Czechia: Digital rights are changing. Do you know yours?
This week the EU doubled down on Meta and TikTok's addictive design. Here's what that means for your feed, your data, and your kids.
