EET 2.0 approved by the Czech government: what it means for hospitality
- Storyous
- May 11
- 3 min read
EET is back on the table. The government has approved draft legislation for EET 2.0 and, according to the Ministry of Finance, the new system is expected to launch on January 1st 2027.
For restaurants, cafés and bars, though, the politics matter less than the practical impact: what exactly is changing, and what will it mean for day-to-day operations?
Key takeaways
There will be no mandatory receipt printing. EET 2.0 does not introduce an obligation to issue and print receipts, which should help reduce both costs and admin.
It will apply to in-person payments. Under the proposal, reporting will cover cash, card payments and on-site QR payments. Remote payments, such as invoices, are not expected to fall within scope.
There is also EET OFF for the smallest businesses. This applies to entrepreneurs in the first band of the flat-rate tax scheme with annual revenue of up to CZK 1 million.
At Storyous, we expect EET 2.0 to become a built-in part of the system. We have been communicating our readiness for EET 2.0 for some time and will continue to share the latest updates.
Who EET 2.0 will apply to
In simple terms, the proposal applies to all businesses unless a specific exemption applies. The main exemptions include small sole traders under the so-called EET OFF regime in the first band of the flat-rate tax scheme, with annual revenue of up to CZK 1 million, as well as public-benefit entities such as volunteer fire brigades and non-profit organisations.
According to the proposal, EET 2.0 will mainly apply to in-person payments, meaning payments made in direct contact with the customer or on the premises. In practice, that means cash, card and QR payments. Invoice payments and online payments are not currently included in the proposal.
Good news: no mandatory receipt printing
One of the most practical changes is that the new proposal does not include a requirement to print receipts. For operators, that means less paper, less friction at checkout and lower unnecessary costs.
What this means for Storyous clients
For our clients, the key point is that we see EET 2.0 as part of our standard service. We have already said that full compliance with legislation is one of the core pillars of our service, and that EET-related updates on our side will be covered within the licence fee.
We will let clients know in good time how and where to enter any required details, including certificates if needed. The process will be designed to be as simple as possible, and we will be here to support you 24/7.
Why the changes to tipping matter for hospitality
The proposal also includes changes relating to tips. According to the Ministry of Finance, voluntary tips in hospitality should be exempt from tax and social contributions, which could make them an official source of income for employees. For waiters and other hospitality workers, that could mean greater certainty and income that is easier to document.
We see this as an important step in the right direction. Storyous has been one of APRON’s supporters for the second year running, and the association has long been pushing for fairer, clearer rules around tipping in hospitality. We are glad to see the legislation finally moving in the direction APRON has been advocating for.
Lower VAT on soft drinks
The proposal also includes a reduction in VAT on non-alcoholic drinks served as part of food service to 12%. This is another important practical change for hospitality businesses and one that will need to be properly reflected in operations and system settings.
Where to find more information
We will continue to track developments around EET 2.0 and keep our clients updated on everything important here on the blog and in our regular newsletters.
We also recommend the Financial Administration’s EET 2.0 page. It serves as a regularly updated information hub and includes answers to the most frequently asked questions.
