
The Czech government has unveiled an ambitious pilot project for the Unified Monthly Employer Reporting (Jednotné měsíční hlášení zaměstnavatelů, JMHZ), which aims to simplify business bureaucracy and improve communication with state institutions. The initiative will start in July 2025 with the participation of around 100,000 employees and will become mandatory for all companies from January 2026. The bill, which has already been submitted by the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MPSV) for inter-ministerial consultation, promises to revolutionize the monthly declaration system.

A major change for businesses and public administration
The JMHZ will replace up to 25 mandatory monthly declarations that employers currently have to send to various government agencies. Thanks to a single digital document, public authorities will be able to directly access the data they are interested in, eliminating duplication and simplifying processes. According to the legislation, the summary document will integrate information required by various bodies, including the Social Security Institute (ČSSZ), the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy, the Statistical Office (ČSÚ), the Labour Office and the Tax Administration.
This approach will not only reduce the administrative burden on businesses, but also improve the efficiency of the state by centralising data for more accurate analysis and targeted economic planning.
Towards a single collection point
Finance Minister Zbyněk Stanjura emphasised that the JMHZ is a crucial step towards the future Single Collection Centre, which will allow companies to fulfil their tax obligations with one central payment. However, he warned that it will be necessary to harmonise tax and contribution collection systems to make this change possible.
Benefits for companies, employees and small businesses
Currently, 90% of businesses already communicate electronically with institutions. However, 20% of employers will need to update their administrative systems to comply with the new legislation. For small employers who may not want to invest in new software solutions, the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs will provide a free online form.
Employees will also benefit from the JMHZ. Expected benefits include pre-filled tax returns and improved processing of unemployment and social benefit claims. The administrative reorganisation aims to make the relationship between companies and the state more transparent and efficient.
Consultation and pilot phase
The project will be preceded by a pilot phase starting in July 2025. During this period, participating companies will receive technical support and detailed electronic feedback. A dedicated call centre will provide ongoing support to resolve any issues.
The project has already received the full support of the Chamber of Commerce and other industry associations, who recognise its strategic value. Zdeněk Zajíček, President of the Chamber of Commerce, emphasised that the involvement of businesses in the preparatory phase will ensure a smooth implementation and called the JMHZ “a decisive step towards reducing bureaucracy and streamlining procedures for employers“.
An investment for the future
With software development costs estimated at 257 million czech crowns, the JMHZ project represents a significant investment. However, the long-term benefits in terms of simplification, efficiency and savings for businesses and the state will far outweigh the initial costs. The Unified Monthly Employer Reporting thus opens a new chapter in modernising the relationship between business and public administration.
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