Get Ready for 2026: How e-Turista Will Transform Guest Registration
A significant regulatory shift is on the horizon for short-term rental providers in the Czech Republic. Starting January 2026, the Czech government will replace the current Ubyport system with a new digital platform called e-Turista. Designed to simplify guest reporting and align with both national and European legislation, e-Turista will become mandatory for all short-term accommodation providers, including Airbnb hosts, hotels, guesthouses, and property managers.
In this article, we’ll walk through what e-Turista is, why it matters, and how you can prepare for its implementation using automation tools like Chekin.
What is e-Turista?
e-Turista is a new centralized digital platform developed by the Czech government to:
- Register all short-term rental accommodations.
- Collect and submit guest information within 24 hours of arrival.
- Automate tourist tax reporting and payment.
This system is set to replace Ubyport entirely by January 2026, making it essential for all short-term rental hosts to understand its functionality and implications.
Why is e-Turista Being Introduced?
The introduction of e-Turista aims to:
- Standardize and simplify the guest registration process.
- Improve transparency and tax compliance across the tourism sector.
- Align with EU Regulation 2024/1028, which mandates consistent digital guest registration across member states.
Municipalities will also be able to implement local rules, such as maximum rental days or occupancy limits, using the new platform.
Key Dates and Phases
Pilot Program
The pilot phase of e-Turista is expected to launch around August 2025, focusing on select hotels and municipalities.
Full Implementation
From January 2026, all short-term accommodation providers will be legally required to:
- Register their properties on e-Turista.
- Display their official registration number on all listings (e.g., Airbnb, Booking).
- Submit guest data through the e-Turista API.
Failure to comply may result in significant fines: up to CZK 100.000 for individual hosts, and up to CZK 10 million for platforms that publish unregistered listings.
e-Turista: What Will Change?
Property Registration
Each accommodation unit must be registered in the system and assigned a unique identifier, replacing previous municipal or platform-specific codes.
Guest Reporting
Hosts will need to submit:
- Full guest details (name, nationality, ID number).
- Check-in and check-out dates.
- Purpose of stay.
This must be done within 24 hours of guest arrival, through the e-Turista platform or its API.
Tourist Tax Automation
One major advantage of e-Turista is automated tourist tax collection and payment, saving hosts time and minimizing the risk of non-compliance.
Read more about: Czech Republic Tourist Tax: Guide for Short-Term Rental Managers
How Chekin Helps You Stay Compliant
Chekin is already helping short-term rental providers in the Czech Republic stay compliant with Ubyport regulations by automating guest check-in, identity verification, and registration data submission. And we’re already working to support future integration with e-Turista once the official API documentation is released.
Key Benefits of Using Chekin:
- Automated Guest Registration: Eliminate manual entry by syncing check-in data directly to Ubyport or e-Turista.
- Real-Time Data Submission: Ensure guests are reported within the 24-hour legal window.
- ID Verification: Use biometric and document scans to comply with identity verification requirements.
- Tourist Tax Management: Simplify fee collection and reporting as e-Turista evolves.
- 87% Less Admin Time: Hosts using Chekin report saving up to 87% of time previously spent on guest management and compliance tasks.
Preparing for e-Turista
What Hosts Should Do Now
- Review Current Compliance: Ensure you’re fully compliant with Ubyport today to transition smoothly later.
- Follow Updates: Monitor government announcements about e-Turista’s technical and legal requirements.
- Digitize Your Workflow: Implement a solution like Chekin to automate and future-proof your operations.
- Get Ready for API Integration: Platforms like Chekin will soon offer direct e-Turista integration—be among the first to benefit.
Conclusion
e-Turista marks a new era in digital guest reporting and regulatory compliance in Czechia. While the transition from Ubyport will bring new requirements, it also presents an opportunity to streamline operations and avoid penalties through smart automation.
With Chekin, you can manage current compliance with ease and prepare for the shift to e-Turista well ahead of the 2026 deadline—saving time, reducing stress, and staying fully compliant.
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