Buy Czech Koruna
Get competitive Czech Koruna exchange rates with Hays Travel and enjoy flexible ways to buy — from our quick Click & Collect service, to secure home delivery, or our easy-to-use Hays Travel Mastercard®.
Ways to get your Czech Koruna
Click, Collect, Go
Our Click & Collect Travel Money service is the fast, safe, and easy to get your foreign currency. With a wide range of currencies available, and over 500 Hays Travel branches to collect from, you can secure a great online rate today and collect as soon as you are ready from your local branch.
- Buy Czech Koruna online and collect at your convenience
- Over 460 Hays Travel branches to choose from
- Safe and secure checkout process
Home Delivery
Ordering currency from the comfort of your own home has never been easier. With our great rates and over 60 currencies to choose from, as well as next-day delivery, why not choose your currency to be delivered to your doorstep?
- Get Czech Koruna delivered straight to your door
- Next-day and Saturday delivery available
- Secure packaging and tracked delivery for peace of mind
Hays Travel Money Card
The Hays Travel Money Card is the safe and easy way to take your money on holiday! It is free to use in millions of locations worldwide where Mastercard Prepaid is accepted: including restaurants, bars, and shops when you spend in a currency loaded on the card.
- Spend safely anywhere Mastercard® Prepaid is accepted
- Carry less cash
- Top up in 22 currencies, including Czech Koruna
Buying Czech Koruna online is fast, easy, and secure.
- Choose Click & Collect or Home Delivery
- Select Czech Koruna as your currency
- Enter your desired amount
- Fill in your details
- Place your order and you’re ready to go!
With almost 500 branches across the UK, getting Czech Koruna in person has never been easier. Drop into your local Hays Travel branch for great rates, expert advice, and friendly service.
- Use our branch finder to locate your nearest Hays Travel
- Review our Deals of the Day in-branch
- Get in-person advice from our travel experts and a great rate on your currency
Our FREE prepaid Travel Money Card is the perfect pocket-sized travel money companion on every holiday. An easy-to-use, reloadable multi-currency card; load up to 22 currencies from Euros to US Dollars to Czech Koruna and manage everything with our app.
- Buy online
- Or visit us in branch to buy
- Top up your currency on the go via the Hays Travel Mastercard app
More Information on Buying Czech Koruna
Still have some queries about our Travel Money? Find answers to common questions about our travel money services and foreign currency here. You can also learn about how to contact us if you need some extra advice.
FAQ's about Czech Koruna
For a mid-range experience in the Czech Republic, budget around 1,500–2,500 CZK per day. This includes meals, public transport, and sightseeing. Budget travelers can manage with around 1,000 CZK per day, while luxury travelers may spend over 4,000 CZK per day. A combination of cash and a Hays Travel Money Prepaid Mastercard® Currency Card will help you manage your expenses efficiently.
Banknotes: 100 CZK, 200 CZK, 500 CZK, 1,000 CZK, 2,000 CZK, 5,000 CZK
Coins: 1 CZK, 2 CZK, 5 CZK, 10 CZK, 20 CZK, 50 CZK
Cash is still widely accepted, especially in small towns, local markets, and smaller establishments. However, larger cities and tourist areas accept card payments, and contactless payments are becoming increasingly popular.
When using a credit or debit card in the Czech Republic, you may incur foreign transaction fees, typically ranging from 1% to 3%. To avoid these charges, consider using a Hays Travel Money Prepaid Mastercard® Currency Card.
ATM withdrawal fees: Banks may charge around 100–200 CZK for withdrawals. Always opt for "without conversion" to avoid poor exchange rates.
No, the Czech Republic primarily accepts Czech Koruna (CZK). Some tourist locations may accept euros, but the exchange rates are often unfavorable. It’s best to use local currency
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. A 5–10% tip is standard in restaurants if the service is good. Rounding up the bill for taxis and small services is also customary.
Budget meal: 150–250 CZK per person
Mid-range restaurant: 400–700 CZK for a three-course meal
Fine dining: 1,000+ CZK per person
Estimate based on your daily budget and the length of your stay. For a week-long trip with a mid-range budget, consider purchasing around 10,000–15,000 CZK.
The exchange rate fluctuates, but it’s often best to buy CZK when the exchange rate is favorable, typically when your home currency is strong. Avoid exchanging money at airports or tourist areas where rates are less favorable.
The Czech Koruna is only accepted in the Czech Republic. Other countries in Central Europe, such as Austria or Slovakia, use the Euro.
We’ll buy back any foreign currency purchased with our Buy Back scheme so you’re not out of pocket after your big adventures.
At Hays Travel you have several quick and easy methods to buy your currency. You can click & collect, call into branch, or choose home delivery.
You can also buy the Hays Travel Money Prepaid Mastercard® Currency Card and load currency before your departure. ATMs are widely available in airports, hotels, and city centres.
Both are widely used. For small transactions, especially in rural areas, cash is preferable. In cities, cards are accepted almost everywhere. It’s best to have a mix of both. It's recommended to carry a mix of cash for small expenses and a Hays Travel Money Prepaid Mastercard® Currency Card for larger purchases.
Yes, but be cautious in crowded tourist areas where pickpocketing can occur. Keep cash in a secure wallet or money belt and only carry what you need for the day. Alternatively, using a Hays Travel Money Prepaid Mastercard® Currency Card can minimize the amount of cash you need to carry.
