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For example, if you qualify for a tax bonus, or you have paid more in tax advances than the amount of tax, or you have filed a lower tax return, which results in one or more overpayments of tax, you can apply for a refund of the overpayments recorded on all taxes, or apply for a refund of the overpayment recorded on one tax, or apply for a refund of an amount you specify.
This applies to you if
The tax office has recorded a refundable overpayment of tax on you and you are interested in claiming it back.
When to use this service
You can claim the service at any time from the date the overpayment was made, or if you expect an overpayment, within 60 days of making the claim, but no later than 6 years from the end of the year in which the overpayment was made.
Service settlement
What you need if you are using this service
A paper application for refund of the overpayment, a model of which is available via:
Furthermore, you can write the request as a plain text on a free sheet of paper, e.g.“I request a refund of the overpayment”, or“I request a refund of the overpayment of personal income tax”, or“I request a refund of the amount of CZK 1,000 registered for personal income tax”, clearly identify the applicant and the person signing the request and sign the request.
You can also make a request for repayment in person when you visit the tax office where the overpayment is registered, orally and on the record.
Where and how to solve this service
Deliver the completed and signed application for refund of the overpayment in person or by post to the tax office where the overpayment is registered.
How much will you pay
None
Additional information
What is the benefit of this service
The funds will be sent to your private bank account or to your address as an overpayment of tax.
Appeal options
None
Legislation
Sanctions
None
Frequently asked questions
None