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Czech Gamblers Fight Back Against New Tax Proposal
NewsJune 22, 2026·1 min read

Czech Gamblers Fight Back Against New Tax Proposal


The Association of Poker Players and Betting Punters has launched a petition against a proposed tax on gambling winnings over 50,000 CZK in the Czech Republic. The proposed tax measure is part of the Czech Government's Recovery Package.

The current threshold for taxing gambling winnings in the Czech Republic is 1,000,000 CZK. The Association of Poker Players and Betting Punters argues that the proposed tax could drive players to unregulated gambling environments, leading to a loss of tax revenue for the state.

The Association of Poker Players and Betting Punters suggests that the proposal is impractical, requiring players to maintain up to six different tax records.

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