Is it possible to liquidate a Czech legal entity on your own?

Theoretically, yes. Practically, it is highly unlikely that you will manage the entire procedure on your own (no offense!).

Check out the step-by-step guide on our website about liquidating a Czech legal entity to see what the process involves.

The challenging are as follows:

• A highly complex procedure. Unfortunately, the procedure for liquidating a Czech legal entity is very complex, even if your company was completely inactive, problem-free, always submitted reports on time, and met all other obligations. Unlike in many other EU countries where the procedure is much simpler, the Czech law as of 2025 requires a difficult, multi-stage process. The main steps include: taking the formal decision to dissolution the legal entity, appointing a liquidator, preparing final balance sheets as of the liquidation date, identifying and notifying creditors, and removing the company from the Trade Register – with numerous other steps and nuances. For many years, there has been an expectation that the procedure would be simplified (at least for inactive firms), however, no such changes are on the horizon.
• Unique circumstances for every company. On top of an already difficult process, you often have to deal with details that are specific to your legal entity. Even if we provided a full guide for you right here, it is very likely that your situation would have some unique circumstances that the guide could not cover. These unique factors can be crucial for successfully closing your company.
• A local representative in the Czech Republic is required. The process requires a person (the official “liquidator”) physically present in the country who can personally interact with all relevant state authorities and formally represent the legal entity during the liquidation process. Naturally, this role requires a strong command of the Czech language. Additionally, the dissolution of a Czech company is typically not a quick process itself; it involves several stages that generally take from 4 to 6 months. In case you are not a country resident, remaining in the country just for this purpose for the entire duration is highly challenging. Flying in and out multiple times to complete different steps is equally problematic.

You are welcome to handle the liquidation process yourself, but the complexities involved make professional assistance highly advisable. Our organization specialized in this exact process. You will find detailed information about our services for closing Czech companies via the button below. We offer various liquidation options tailored to your individual situation. Additionally, you are also welcome to reach out to us using the contact details at the top of the page – we will be happy to review your circumstances and find the most favorable solution possible.