{"id":1274,"date":"2025-05-29T10:25:15","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T08:25:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intras.cz\/?post_type=novinky&#038;p=1274"},"modified":"2025-05-29T10:25:15","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T08:25:15","slug":"major-regulatory-changes-coming-in-may-2025-what-companies-need-to-know-about-the-new-broadcasting-fee-system","status":"publish","type":"novinky","link":"https:\/\/intras.cz\/en\/news\/major-regulatory-changes-coming-in-may-2025-what-companies-need-to-know-about-the-new-broadcasting-fee-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Major Regulatory Changes Coming in May 2025: What Companies Need to Know About the New Broadcasting Fee System"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting in May 2025, the rules of the game are changing. An amendment to the Broadcasting and Television Fees Act (Act No. 348\/2005 Coll.) introduces a new system that will significantly impact businesses of all sizes, entrepreneurs, and public institutions. While the change is often presented as \u201cjust a few extra crowns,\u201d for legal entities it represents a shift in how fees are calculated, broader obligations, and increased administrative workload. Let\u2019s take a closer look at the key points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s Changing for Companies?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Exemptions for Small Entities<\/strong><br>The amendment introduces exemptions aimed at supporting small and non-profit organizations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Companies with fewer than 25 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees<\/strong><br>Example: A small accounting office with three employees (equal to 2.4 FTE) will pay no fees at all.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Associations and non-profit organizations<\/strong><br>This includes sports clubs, cultural associations, etc. The exemption applies regardless of their size or number of devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Employers where more than 50% of staff are persons with disabilities<\/strong><br>The amendment respects the principle of supporting social enterprises.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <em>Important: What matters is the number of full-time equivalents (FTE), not the number of individual employees \u2013 more on this below.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Fee Calculation Based on Company Size<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For all other companies and business entities, a new combined fee model will apply. It includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Radio License Fee:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 fee per every started block of 25 FTEs<br>\u2192 A company with 61 FTEs pays 3 fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 fee per each rented vehicle equipped with a radio<br>\u2192 Primarily affects companies in car rental, fleet management, or operational leasing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Television License Fee:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 fee per every started block of 25 FTEs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 fee per each device with a TV receiver in company premises<br>\u2192 e.g., hotel lobbies, service waiting rooms, doctor\u2019s offices, company kitchens<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <em>Example in practice:<\/em> A company with 75 FTEs and 2 rented vehicles with radios:<br>\u2192 3 radio fees (for FTE) + 2 for vehicles = 5<br>\u2192 3 television fees (for FTE)<br>= Total of 8 fees monthly (5 \u00d7 CZK 55 + 3 \u00d7 CZK 150 = CZK 1,125 per month)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding Full-Time Equivalents (FTE)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a key new concept and a major departure from the previous system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)<\/strong> is the sum of all employment contracts converted to full-time basis. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All relevant forms of employment (especially those with insurance obligations) are included.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <em>Recommendation:<\/em> Ensure regular FTE calculations \u2013 ideally coordinated between HR and accounting. Incorrect reporting or failure to report may result in penalties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Automatic Fee Adjustment Based on Inflation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The amendment also introduces an automatic fee valorization mechanism:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When cumulative inflation reaches 6%, fees will automatically increase by 6%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The increase will take effect on July 1 of the following year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No new legislation will be required to enact this change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <em>What does this mean for your budget?<\/em><br>Fees will rise periodically, similar to the minimum wage or subsistence minimum. It\u2019s essential to incorporate this into long-term operating cost planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Actions Should Companies Take?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Determine Your FTE Count<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use internal HR reports as the base<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review agreements such as work contracts and job-related agreements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Audit Equipment and Vehicles<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inventory company premises \u2013 are there any TVs?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you rent out vehicles with radios?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Report Your FTE to Czech Radio<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deadline: June 30, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The online form is available at <a>poplatek.rozhlas.cz<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Update Your Payments<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adjust standing orders, SIPO, or other payment methods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We recommend reviewing this during the Q2\/2025 financial close<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accounting and HR Implications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>New Analytical Accounts<\/strong> \u2013 Some companies are introducing dedicated accounts to track broadcasting fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Regular FTE Updates<\/strong> \u2013 e.g., as part of monthly or quarterly HR and payroll processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Internal Guidelines and Training<\/strong> \u2013 Larger firms are implementing internal policies on fee calculation and management, including assigning responsibilities across departments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The updated law modernizes the broadcasting fee system but also introduces new requirements for businesses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>More transparent calculation based on actual company size (FTE)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exemptions for small and non-profit entities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mandatory reporting, accurate calculations, and payment adjustments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inflation-based increases without new legislative approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Now is the ideal time to prepare your internal processes to avoid errors or penalties. The change also brings new responsibilities\u2014particularly for accounting, HR, and CFO teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources &amp; Further Information:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Czech Radio: Overview of Changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Czech Television: Summary of Amendments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full Text of Act No. 348\/2005 Coll. (as amended by Act No. 121\/2024 Coll.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Starting in May 2025, the rules of the game are changing. An amendment to the Broadcasting and Television Fees Act (Act No. 348\/2005 Coll.) introduces a new system that will significantly impact businesses of all sizes, entrepreneurs, and public institutions. 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