A change of company name, legally a change of registered business name, usually requires an s.r.o. to amend its founding document and then enter the new name in the Commercial Register. We can help prepare the documents and arrange the notary and registry filing.
1. Check the new company name
The new name must be distinguishable from another person’s registered business name and must not be misleading. Before deciding, we recommend checking existing names in the Commercial Register, as well as domain availability and any trademark rights.
You can search for identical and similar names in advance using our company name checker.
2. Decide on amending the memorandum of association
The registered business name is part of the deed of foundation or memorandum of association. The competent company body decides on the change, usually the general meeting or, in a single-shareholder company, the sole shareholder. Follow the voting majority required by law and the memorandum of association.
A decision amending the founding document requires a notarial deed. We prepare the documents for the notary and the updated text of the relevant founding document.
3. Register the new name in the Commercial Register
After making the decision, apply to amend the Commercial Register entry and submit the supporting documents. File without undue delay with the competent registry court. A notary may enter the change directly if the conditions are met.
- The fee for an amendment entered by the court is CZK 2,000.
- The fee for an amendment entered by a notary is CZK 1,000, with the notary’s fee charged separately.
- We confirm the notary’s fee and our service price in advance based on the documents and registration method.
4. What to arrange after the name change
After registration, check related records and contractual documents. You will normally need to update:
- company details on invoices, the website, terms of business and email signatures
- details held by banks, business partners, suppliers and insurers
- any licences, internal documents and other records that use the company name.
Some registers update automatically, so separate notification to every authority is not always required. We assess your obligations based on your company’s activities.
We can arrange your company name change
We prepare the documents, coordinate with the notary and file the application with the Commercial Register on your behalf under a power of attorney.
Enquire about a name change without obligation
Contact: office@sidloprofirmy.cz or a 800 000 000.
Information about the procedure: Public Administration Portal – notarial record of changes to a business corporation and amending an entry in the Commercial Register.