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Prague Explained

Glossary

DIČ

Pronounced deech

In one line

Your tax identification number.

Where you meet it

Required on invoices once you are registered for VAT, and used in dealings with the tax office.

The fuller explanation

DIČ is daňové identifikační číslo. For individuals it usually takes the form CZ followed by your birth number. It appears on VAT invoices; being VAT-registered is a separate step from having a trade licence.

Official information

Last checked: 1 August 2026

Explanations are written for orientation, not as legal advice. Last checked 1 August 2026.