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What is changing in laws, at the authorities, in prices and deadlines. Short, in our own words and always from an official source.
· EUClocks went back one hour on 25 October. Summer time will continue in 2027–2031Summer time ended on Sunday 25 October 2026. The government has already set the clock-change dates for the next five years.
· Don't missDon't miss: key dates until the end of October 2026KACPU Brno's new address, the end of summer time, the VAT deadline and shops closed on 28 October.
· Number of the day20% over 3 years: the most rent can riseIf the lease says nothing about increases, the landlord may propose higher rent only up to the usual local level and by no more than 20% over three years.
· Myth or factMyth or fact: the tenant pays for all minor repairsMyth. A minor repair is capped at CZK 1,500 per repair and CZK 150 per square metre of the flat a year. The landlord pays the rest.
· Topic of the dayHeating season: when the heating must come on and how warm a flat should beThe heating period runs from 1 September to 31 May. Heating starts when the average outdoor temperature falls below 13 °C on two days in a row.
· Word of the dayWord of the day: předávací protokol (handover protocol)A record of the flat's condition at move-in and move-out. The law does not expressly require it, but in a deposit dispute it is the key evidence.
· ForeignersSpecial long-term residence: registration is open until 31 December 2026Temporary protection holders who expressed interest in April can now see the assessment result on the portal. Those who meet the conditions must register by the end of the year.
· HousingCzech "super benefit" from October 2026: rent limits by district and longer protection for single parentsFrom 1 October 2026 the state social assistance benefit uses rent limits for 77 districts. Single parents with a child under 15 get stronger protection.
· MoneyMinimum wage from January 2027: CZK 24,900 a month, CZK 148.30 an hourFrom 1 January 2027 the minimum wage rises by CZK 2,500. What it means for employees, DPP/DPČ agreements and part-time work.
· MoneyPetrol and diesel in October 2026: the state sets maximum prices againFrom 1 to 31 October 2026 filling stations must keep to maximum prices for petrol and diesel. Where to find them and whom to tell about overcharging.
· MoneyPensions from January 2027: basic amount +CZK 270, average old-age pension CZK 22,196The government approved the 2027 pension increase. How much pensions rise, who does not get the percentage increase and why you need not apply.
· BusinessEET 2.0 starts on 1 January 2027: who must record sales and how to prepareThe President signed the act on sales recording. Which payments are recorded, who can choose EET OFF and where to find the free app.
· BusinessFrom January 2027, online shops must offer a “Withdraw from contract” buttonNew Section 1830a of the Civil Code: withdrawing from an online contract with one button. What businesses must do and what customers gain.
· ForeignersTemporary protection can be extended until 31 March 2028The EU Council has extended temporary protection for people from Ukraine. How the extension will work in Czechia and what to watch out for.
