Increased tax support for donations to apply until 2026
The chamber of deputies proposes to extend the applicability of the increased limit on the value of donations that taxpayers may deduct at 30% of the tax base until 2026. It also proposes to maintain the tax relief for donations made in support of…
Czech Republic prolongs temporary protection and extends residence permits for applicants in Ukraine
The Ministry of the Interior has launched a system for the extension of temporary protection, allowing Ukrainian refugees to prolong their legal stay until 31 March 2025. At the beginning of the year, the range of residence permits that can be…
Temporary protection for Ukrainian citizens extended for one year
As the continued Russian invasion of Ukraine does not make it safe for Ukrainian citizens to return to their homeland, the government has proposed to extend their temporary protection for another year, until 31 March 2025. Currently, the blanket…
Coordination Committee – treatment of donations to Ukraine remains unclear
In response to the war, the government promptly came up with an act on tax measures in connection with the armed conflict in the territory of Ukraine caused by the invasion of the troops of the Russian federation, setting the conditions for the tax…
Amendment to Lex Ukraine tightens conditions for temporary protection
Already during the adoption of the original wording of Lex Ukraine it became obvious that an amendment would soon be necessary. This amendment has been published three months after the original law's effective date and the changes it contains will…
Recognition of Ukrainian qualifications still difficult
The European Commission has issued recommendations to member states to simplify the administrative procedure and ensure a speedy recognition of the professional qualifications of Ukrainians seeking refuge in the EU.
Czech response to arrival of Ukrainian refugees – three new laws
The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has caused an unprecedented influx of refugees seeking shelter and safety in the Czech Republic. Czech legislation was not prepared for such a situation: although authorities managed to respond quickly and…
Practical commentary on legislation concerning refugees from Ukraine
In connection with the Russian invasion of Ukraine, three laws were published in the Collection of Laws on 21 March, regulating the residence, employment, benefits, and education of Ukrainian refugees. From a practical point of view, what must they…
Income tax view on 2022 donations to Ukraine
In connection with the armed conflict in Ukraine, the Ministry of Finance has prepared a bill on tax measures, indirectly amending the Income Tax Act and extending tax support for taxpayers' charitable activities.
Temporary protection and free access to labour market for Ukrainian citizens approved by Czech deputies
Responding to the Ukrainian emigration wave, on 9 March 2022 the Czech Government and subsequently also the chamber of deputies approved several bills. In this article, we will mainly focus on the bills that aim to implement EU Directive 2001/55/EC…