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eRecept

electronic Recept

What does “eRecept” mean in Czechia?

eRecept — electronic prescription, the standard way to get medicine in the Czech Republic.

🆕 Main change in 2026: protective limit works online

Before, exceeding the ochranný limit (protective limit) was returned once a quarter. In 2026, this works online through eRecept: if you exceed the limit, the extra payment is taken directly at the pharmacy — you don't need to return anything or write anywhere.

Limits per year

5,000 CZK — adults
1,000 CZK — children under 18 and people 65+
500 CZK — people 70+ and some people with disabilities

The limit resets every January.

Important. Only eligible co-payments for partially covered prescription drugs are counted. Vitamins, food supplements, and over-the-counter drugs do not count towards the limit, no matter how much you spend on them.

Examples of use

SK

The doctor issued me an ePrescription.

The doctor gave me an eRecept (electronic prescription).

SK

After you go over the protection limit, the extra charge will be taken directly at the pharmacy.

After you go over the protective limit, the extra payment is taken directly at the pharmacy.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to do anything to get a refund over the limit?

In 2026 — no. With eRecept, the extra payment is taken directly at the pharmacy, so you don't have to wait for a quarterly refund.

What is the limit for a child?

1 000 CZK per year — same as for people 65+.

Similar terms

Zdravotní pojišťovna

health insurance

In the Czech Republic, there are 7 insurance companies. You can change your insurance company once every 12 months. This change can only happen on January 1st or July 1st. You must apply 3 months before the change.

VZP — the largest state medical insurance company (code 111)

Všeobecná zdravotná poisťovňa (General Health Insurance Company), code 111. From January 2026, it will not accept cash — only bank transfer, card, QR code, or payment order.

person without taxable income

🔴 After 90 days, the state does not pay for you: if you do not work, you pay 3,024 CZK/month yourself by the 8th of the month.