EORI Number in Czechia

An EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) number identifies your business to customs across the EU. This page explains the Czechia EORI format, how to get one from Customs Administration of the Czech Republic, and lets you validate any number instantly.

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Czechia EORI format

A Czech EORI is CZ followed by the trader identifier registered with the Czech Customs Administration, based on your company registration.

How to get an EORI number in Czechia

Confirm your business is established in Czechia (or has the required customs registration there).
Apply through the Czech Customs Administration's online EORI registration (cPortál).
Have your IČO (company registration number), company name and registered address ready.
Receive your EORI number — usually within a few working days — and validate it below before your first declaration.

Official source: Customs Administration of the Czech Republic.

Cost, validity and processing time

The EORI number is free — Customs Administration of the Czech Republic does not charge for issuing it.
It is valid EU-wide. Once any member state has issued your EORI, you do not need another one to declare goods in other EU countries.
A business established outside the EU registers in the member state where it first lodges a customs declaration or appoints a representative — not necessarily Czechia.
Processing normally takes a few working days, though incomplete applications are the most common cause of delay.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an EORI number to import into Czechia?

Yes. Any business lodging a customs declaration in Czechia — importing or exporting goods — needs a valid EORI number registered with the customs authority.

Where do I register for an EORI number in Czechia?

EORI numbers for Czechia are issued by Customs Administration of the Czech Republic. You apply through their online customs registration service.

How do I check if an EORI number is valid?

Use the free EORI checker on this page. It validates the number in real time against the official European Commission EORI service and returns the registered trader where publicly consented.

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This page provides general guidance only — it is not legal or customs advice and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm EORI requirements and validate any EORI number with the official European Commission EORI service and the relevant national customs authority before relying on them.