Expat Workshop: From Freelancer to Founder

Are you an expat in Prague considering starting your own business in Czechia? This workshop offers an introductory overview of setting up and running a business in the Czech Republic, helping you understand the basic steps, explore your options, and identify the key requirements to consider before getting started.

Why attend?

Starting a business in a new country means navigating unfamiliar legal requirements, administrative procedures, and tax obligations. This workshop is designed for expats who are considering entrepreneurship and want to build a solid foundation of knowledge about starting a business in Czechia.

Participants will explore the main differences between self-employment (OSVČ) and setting up a company, learn about the basic steps involved in establishing a business, and gain an overview of the key legal, administrative, and tax obligations that may apply.

To put the information into practice, the workshop will include a practical case study based on a sample business, such as a small food establishment or a specific service. This example will illustrate the requirements and steps involved in turning a business idea into practice.

The aim is to provide a clear starting point for aspiring entrepreneurs, helping them understand what needs to be considered before launching a business and what obligations may arise during its operation.

Key Focus Areas

• Introduction to starting and running a business in the Czech Republic
• Understanding the differences between self-employment (OSVČ) and setting up a company
• Basic steps involved in establishing a company
• Overview of key legal, administrative, and tax obligations
• Business licences, permits, registrations, and reporting requirements
• Communicating with the relevant Czech authorities
• Practical case study applying the information to a sample business scenario

Our Speaker

JUDr. Barbora Karetová, Ph.D.
Attorney-at-Law | Specialist in Czech Employment & Family Law

The seminar will be led by JUDr. Barbora Karetová, Ph.D., an attorney with nearly ten years of experience. In her practice, she primarily works with foreign clients living and working in the Czech Republic.