New Commercial Register Act

Act No. 29/2026 Coll. applies from 17 August 2026; filings can also be made through a notary acting as registrar.

AWhat changed

Act No. 29/2026 Coll. on the Commercial Register (obchodný register) replaced Act No. 530/2003 Coll. It introduces a registrar — a notary — through whom applications for entry can be filed, alongside the registry court (registrový súd).

BWhen

Version in force from 17 August 2026.

CWho it affects

Founders of companies; existing companies when changing their registered details.

DWhat to do

When setting up a company or changing an entry, choose whether to file with the registry court or through a notary (registrar).

Explanation

According to available information, the fee for the first entry of an s.r.o. (limited liability company) remains €220.

Sources

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