Czech Republic Import Requirements for IT and Telecom Equipment
The Czech Republic’s growing digital infrastructure, extensive electronics workforce, and expanding shared service centres position it as one of Central Europe’s leading destinations for tech imports.
With government support for international trade and a thriving high-tech manufacturing base, Czechia offers a favorable environment for IT and telecom equipment suppliers.
However, importing technology equipment into the country requires navigating national technical regulations and EU import procedures.
You may need to partner with an experienced importer of record like Blackthorne for compliance and seamless market entry.
Let’s discuss what you need to know before importing IT and telecom equipment into the Czech Republic!
Import Requirements for IT Equipment into the Czech Republic
Here are the three key procedures to comply with when importing IT and telecom equipment into Czechia:
1. Pre-Import Requirements
Before your equipment enters Czech territory, you must fulfill the following requirements:
- Czech VAT Registration: If your equipment’s annual turnover exceeds 10,000 EUR, you must register for VAT with the Czech Tax Office.
- EORI Registration: You need to provide a Tax Registration Certificate, Trade Register Document, and a Power of Attorney (if someone is registering on your behalf) to register for an EORI number before you begin trading in Czechia.
- Entry Summary Declaration (ENS): Before equipment enters EU territory, importers must file an ENS with the customs of the country of entry via the Union Customs Code (UCC).
- CE Compliance: You must issue a written declaration of conformity and your equipment must be marked with the CE mark before it’s placed on the Czech market to demonstrate adherence to EU standards and regulations.
2. Customs Clearance Requirements
To clear your shipment, you must meet the following customs requirements:
Import Documentation
- Entry Summary Declaration (ENS)-detailed equipment description, including model, specifications, and type.
- Single Administrative Document (SAD)-used to calculate and pay import duties for non-EU importers
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading/ airway bill
- Certificate of origin
- CE Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
- Technical documentation, including test reports, product specifications, and risk analysis
- Shipper’s Export Declaration (SED)-For licensed items valued over $2,500 when importing from the US
Duties and Taxes
- Value Added Tax (VAT): The standard VAT is 21%
- Duties: Import duties apply according to TARIC classification and the customs value of your equipment
3. Technical Requirements
All IT, telecom, and electronic equipment must comply with the EU’s safety, EMC, and environmental directives, including:
- CE marking and Declaration of Conformity
- RoHS compliance
- Electronic waste compliance (WEEE registration)
- REACH regulation
- Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
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Import into the Czech Republic with Blackthorne IOR
Partnering with an experienced importer of record when importing IT equipment into the Czech Republic is essential, especially if you are a non-EU importer.
Here are the top benefits of collaborating with Blackthrone IOR for a timely yet cost-efficient importation:
- IOR representation to facilitate customs clearance
- Equipment classification, valuation, and payment of taxes and duties
- Compliance with all customs, documentation, and technical requirements
- Coordinated logistics management with a door-to-door delivery
- Ongoing compliance with record keeping, equipment support, and adherence to changing regulatory requirements
With visible and traceable global supply chain processes, we lower the risk of non-compliance and promptly address any issues arising from your shipment.
