Czech Republic

Requirements

• Registered job offer/contract with a Czech employer
• Job-vacancy identification number from the central database (unless free labour-market access)
• Work permit if the role requires one
• Proof of accommodation
• Professional qualification certificate on request

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Photograph meeting formal requirements required
• Proof of work relation (employment contract, agreement, or preliminary commitment) required
• Job-vacancy identification number (unless free labour-market access) required
• Work permit if the role requires one
• Professional qualification certificate (on request)
• Criminal record certificate (when applying from abroad)
• Medical report (on request)

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Secure job offer

   Obtain a registered job offer/contract from a Czech employer.

2. 2

   Gather documents

   Compile the application form and supporting documents.

3. 3

   Apply

   Book an appointment and apply in person at a Czech embassy abroad or at a Ministry of the Interior office in Czechia.

4. 4

   Pay fee

   Pay the administrative fee (CZK 2,500 in Czechia) or consular fee (CZK 5,000 from abroad).

5. 5

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision within 60 days (90 days in complicated cases).

6. 6

   Biometrics

   Attend biometric scanning after approval.

7. 7

   Collect card

   Collect the biometric residence card within 60 days of scanning.

Official Sources

• Official Employee Card - Information Portal for Foreigners (IPC) · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic

Requirements

• At least 6 months' prior employment in the corporate group
• Letter of transfer
• Documentation of the inter-company relationship
• Interns: university education certificate and training agreement

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Photograph required
• Letter of transfer required
• Proof of at least 6 months' prior employment in the corporate group required
• Documentation of the inter-company relationship required
• Professional qualification certificate (if required)
• Criminal-record-type certificate from country of citizenship required
• Interns: university education certificate and training agreement

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Confirm eligibility

   Confirm at least 6 months of prior employment within the corporate group.

2. 2

   Gather documents

   Compile the transfer letter and supporting documents.

3. 3

   Apply

   Submit initial applications in person at a Czech embassy.

4. 4

   Pay fee

   Pay CZK 5,000 consular plus CZK 2,500 application fee.

5. 5

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision within 90 days (initial).

6. 6

   Biometrics and collection

   Attend biometric scanning and collect the card within 60 days.

Official Sources

• Official Intra-Company Employee Transfer Card - IPC · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic

Requirements

• Higher vocational/university education of at least 3 years
• Matching job offer
• Employment contract or pre-contract of at least 1 year
• Gross salary at least 1.5x the average gross salary in the Czech Republic
• Compliance certificate for regulated professions

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Work contract meeting salary and duration rules required
• Proof of high qualifications (diploma) or employer confirmation required
• Job-vacancy identification number required
• Photograph required
• Compliance certificate for regulated professions
• Medical report (on request)
• Criminal record certificate (on request)

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Secure qualifying job

   Obtain a job offer matching your qualifications with a contract of at least 1 year and salary at least 1.5x the Czech average.

2. 2

   Gather documents

   Compile the application form, diploma, and supporting documents.

3. 3

   Apply

   Apply in person at a Czech embassy abroad or at a Ministry of the Interior office in Czechia.

4. 4

   Pay fee

   Pay CZK 2,500 in Czechia or CZK 5,000 from abroad.

5. 5

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision (90 days standard; 30 days for in-country Blue Card holders).

6. 6

   Biometrics

   Attend biometric scanning.

7. 7

   Collect card

   Collect the card within 60 days of scanning.

Official Sources

• Official Blue Card - Information Portal for Foreigners (IPC) · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic
• Official EU Blue Card - Czech Republic (European Commission) · European Commission

Requirements

• Original confirmation of studies/enrollment
• Proof of funds
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Parental consent if under 18

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Proof of funds required
• Photograph required
• Comprehensive medical insurance required
• Original confirmation of studies/enrollment required
• Parental consent if under 18
• Criminal record certificate and medical report (on request)

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Gain enrollment

   Obtain confirmation of enrollment from a Czech institution.

2. 2

   Gather documents

   Compile supporting documents.

3. 3

   Apply

   Book an appointment and apply.

4. 4

   Pay fee

   Pay CZK 2,500.

5. 5

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision within 60 days.

6. 6

   Biometrics

   Attend biometric scanning.

7. 7

   Collect card

   Collect the card within 60 days.

Official Sources

• Official Long-term Residence Permit for the Purpose of Studies - IPC · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic

Requirements

• Hold a long-term residence permit for studies (university-accredited programme) or for scientific research in the Czech Republic
• Have successfully completed the accredited study programme or scientific research
• Apply before current permit expires and no later than 30 days after completion of studies/research
• Proof of accommodation in the Czech Republic
• Proof of sufficient funds
• Comprehensive medical insurance

Required Documents

• Completed application form required
• Valid travel document (passport) required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Proof of sufficient financial means required
• Passport photograph required
• Comprehensive medical insurance required
• Completion certificate (university degree certificate or research completion document) required
• Medical report (upon request)
• Criminal record certificate (upon request)

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Prepare documents

   Gather all required documents including your completion certificate for studies or research, proof of accommodation, proof of funds, and comprehensive medical insurance.

2. 2

   Complete application form

   Fill in the official application form online or by hand in Latin characters in the Czech language.

3. 3

   Book appointment

   Schedule an in-person appointment at a Ministry of the Interior office online or by phone.

4. 4

   Submit application in person

   Attend the appointment at the Ministry of the Interior office and submit all documents. Pay the CZK 2,500 administrative fee by credit card.

5. 5

   Await decision

   The Ministry will process your application within 60 days. Respond promptly to any requests for additional documents.

6. 6

   Provide biometric data

   If approved, attend a biometric data appointment (fingerprints, photograph).

7. 7

   Collect residence card

   Collect your biometric residence card within 60 days of the biometric scan.

Official Sources

• Official Long-term Residence Permit for the Purpose of Seeking Employment or Starting a Business - ipc.gov.cz · Czech Republic Ministry of the Interior — Immigration and Border Police (IPC)

Requirements

• Trade/Commercial Register confirmation
• Proof of funds for residence
• Proof of no outstanding tax or social-security debts
• Comprehensive medical insurance

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Proof of funds for residence required
• Trade/Commercial Register confirmation required
• Proof of no outstanding tax or social-security debts required
• Comprehensive medical insurance required
• Photograph required
• Medical report / criminal record certificate (on request)

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Gather documents

   Obtain Trade Register confirmation and compile supporting documents.

2. 2

   Complete form

   Complete the application form.

3. 3

   Book appointment

   Book an appointment at the embassy or MOI.

4. 4

   Submit and pay

   Submit in person and pay CZK 2,500.

5. 5

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision within 60 days.

6. 6

   Biometrics

   Attend the biometric appointment.

7. 7

   Collect card

   Collect the card within 60 days of biometrics.

Official Sources

• Official Long-term Residence Permit for the Purpose of Doing Business - IPC · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic

Requirements

• Investment of at least CZK 75 million (up to 60% may be tangible/intangible assets, technology, know-how)
• Creation of at least 20 new jobs for EU citizens or their family members for at least 2 years

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Investment and jobs documentation required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Photograph required

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Prepare documentation

   Prepare investment and job-creation documentation.

2. 2

   Complete form

   Complete the application form.

3. 3

   Schedule appointment

   Schedule an appointment.

4. 4

   Submit

   Submit the application in person.

5. 5

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision (30-60 days).

6. 6

   Biometrics

   Attend the biometric appointment.

7. 7

   Collect card

   Collect the card within 60 days of biometrics.

Official Sources

• Official Long-term Residence Permit for the Purpose of Investment - IPC · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic

Requirements

• Sponsor holds a qualifying long-term/permanent permit and has resided over 15 months (both spouses >=20); OR holds an Employee Card and resided over 6 months; immediate for Blue Card, ICT, investment, or research permit holders
• Original proof of family relationship (marriage/birth certificate)
• Proof of sufficient funds
• Comprehensive medical insurance

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Proof of sufficient funds required
• Photograph required
• Comprehensive medical insurance required
• Original proof of family relationship (marriage/birth certificate) required
• Parental consent if under 18
• Criminal record certificate from country of citizenship (from abroad)

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Verify sponsor eligibility

   Confirm the sponsor meets residence-duration conditions for the family route.

2. 2

   Gather documents

   Compile proof of family relationship and supporting documents.

3. 3

   Apply

   Apply in person at a Czech embassy abroad or at an MOI office in Czechia.

4. 4

   Pay fee

   Pay CZK 2,500 (CZK 1,000 for minors under 15).

5. 5

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision (60 days in-country; up to 270 days from abroad).

6. 6

   Biometrics and collection

   Attend biometric scanning and collect the card within 60 days.

Official Sources

• Official Long-term Residence Permit for the Purpose of Family Reunification - IPC · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic

Requirements

• Hosting agreement with an approved research organization
• Written commitment from the research organization to cover stay/departure costs within 6 months after the hosting agreement ends

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Hosting agreement with the approved research organization required
• Photograph required
• Written commitment from the research organization to cover stay/departure costs required
• Criminal record certificate (when applying from abroad)
• Medical report and additional criminal record certificates (on request)

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Sign hosting agreement

   Sign a hosting agreement with an approved research organization.

2. 2

   Gather documents

   Compile supporting documents.

3. 3

   Book appointment

   Book an appointment.

4. 4

   Submit

   Submit the application in person.

5. 5

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision within 60 days.

6. 6

   Biometrics

   Attend biometric scanning.

7. 7

   Collect card

   Collect the card within 60 days.

Official Sources

• Official Long-term Residence Permit for the Purpose of Scientific Research - IPC · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic

Requirements

• Citizen of Australia, Brazil, India, Israel, Japan, Canada, Republic of Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, United Kingdom, USA, or Taiwan
• Track (a): employee of a foreign employer doing highly qualified IT or marketing work remotely
• Track (b): freelancer holding a Czech business licence for IT-related business or marketing services
• Must not have held a Czech long-term visa (>90 days) or long-term residence permit in the preceding year

Required Documents

• Completed application form required
• Criminal record certificate required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Financial/income documentation required

Process Steps

1. 1

   Confirm eligibility

   Confirm eligibility (eligible nationality) and the applicable track.

2. 2

   Follow track guide

   Follow the MPO/CzechInvest track-specific guide.

3. 3

   Submit documents

   Submit documents to digitalnomad@mpo.gov.cz.

4. 4

   MPO processing

   MPO processes the file and refers it to the Ministry of the Interior.

5. 5

   Collect permit

   Collect the long-term visa or residence permit.

Official Sources

• Official Digital Nomad Program - Ministry of Industry and Trade (MPO) · Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic
• Official Digital Nomad Program - CzechInvest · CzechInvest (government investment agency)

Requirements

• At least one parent or grandparent who was a former Czech/Czechoslovak citizen who lost citizenship by 31 December 2013
• Applicant is not a citizen of the Slovak Republic
• Loss did not occur under the specified post-war German/Hungarian nationality decree or Subcarpathian-Ukraine treaty

Required Documents

• Documentary proof of lineage required
• Documentary proof of the ancestor's loss of citizenship required
• Declaration submitted to a Czech consulate or the relevant regional authority required

Process Steps

1. 1

   Verify eligibility

   Confirm a parent or grandparent who was a former Czech/Czechoslovak citizen who lost citizenship by 31 December 2013.

2. 2

   Gather proof

   Obtain documentary proof of lineage and of the ancestor's loss of citizenship.

3. 3

   Submit declaration

   Submit the declaration to a Czech consulate or the relevant regional authority.

Official Sources

• Official Children and Grandchildren of Former Czech Citizens - Embassy / MFA · Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic

Requirements

• 5 years' continuous residence
• Pass the A2 Czech language exam (or qualify for exemption)
• Proof of funds
• Proof of accommodation

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Proof of funds required
• Photograph required
• Czech language exam certificate (A2) required
• Parental consent if under 18
• Criminal record certificate (on request)

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Accumulate residence

   Accumulate 5 years of continuous residence.

2. 2

   Pass A2 exam

   Pass the A2 Czech language exam (or qualify for an exemption).

3. 3

   Gather documents

   Compile supporting documents.

4. 4

   Apply

   Apply in person at an MOI office.

5. 5

   Pay fee

   Pay CZK 2,500.

6. 6

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision within 60 days (180 from abroad).

7. 7

   Biometrics and collection

   Attend biometric scanning and collect the card.

Official Sources

• Official Permanent Residence Permit after 5 Years of Temporary Residence - IPC · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic
• Official A2 Czech Language Exam for Permanent Residence · Ministry of Education / NPI (official exam portal)

Requirements

• EU/EEA/Swiss citizenship
• Proof of 5-year continuous temporary residence
• Proof of accommodation

Required Documents

• Application form required
• Valid travel document required
• Proof of 5-year continuous temporary residence required
• Proof of accommodation required
• 2 photographs required

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Accumulate residence

   Accumulate 5 years of continuous temporary residence as an EU citizen.

2. 2

   Gather documents

   Compile the application form and supporting documents.

3. 3

   Apply and pay

   Apply at an MOI office and pay CZK 200 (credit card).

4. 4

   Await decision

   Wait for the decision within 60 days.

5. 5

   Collect card

   Collect the 10-year card.

Official Sources

• Official EU Nationals - IPC · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic
• Official Permanent Residence Permit of an EU Citizen - IPC · Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic

Requirements

• Continuous EU Blue Card residence in EU Member States for at least 5 years
• Continuous residence in the Czech Republic for at least 2 years
• Individual absences from EU Member States must not exceed 12 consecutive months
• Total absences from EU Member States must not exceed 18 months over the qualifying period
• Valid travel document
• Proof of accommodation in the Czech Republic
• Proof of sufficient financial means
• Czech language examination certificate (or valid exemption)
• Criminal record certificate (upon request)

Required Documents

• Completed application form (in Czech, Latin characters) required
• Valid travel document (passport) required
• Proof of accommodation required
• Proof of sufficient financial means required
• Passport photograph required
• Czech language examination certificate required
• Evidence of 5-year EU Blue Card residence across EU Member States required
• Evidence of 2-year continuous residence in the Czech Republic as Blue Card holder required
• Criminal record certificate (upon request)
• Tax office disclosure consent (where applicable)

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Verify eligibility

   Confirm you have held EU Blue Card status for at least 5 cumulative years in EU Member States, with at least 2 continuous years in the Czech Republic.

2. 2

   Prepare documents

   Gather your travel document, proof of Blue Card residence history across EU states, proof of Czech residence, accommodation proof, financial proof, and Czech language certificate.

3. 3

   Complete application form

   Fill in the official application form online or by hand in Latin characters in the Czech language.

4. 4

   Book appointment

   Schedule an in-person appointment at a Ministry of the Interior office (in-country) or contact the Czech diplomatic mission (from abroad).

5. 5

   Submit application in person

   Attend the appointment and submit all documents. Pay the CZK 2,500 administrative fee by credit card (in-country).

6. 6

   Await decision

   Processing takes up to 60 days (in-country) or 180 days (from abroad). Respond promptly to any requests for corrections or additional documents.

7. 7

   Provide biometric data

   If approved, attend a biometric data appointment (fingerprints and photograph).

8. 8

   Collect biometric residence card

   Collect your 10-year biometric permanent residence card within 60 days of the biometric scan.

Official Sources

• Official Permanent Residence Permit for Holders of a Blue Card Issued by Another EU Country - ipc.gov.cz · Czech Republic Ministry of the Interior — Immigration and Border Police (IPC)

Requirements

• 5 years' permanent residence (standard); 3 years for EU nationals; up to 10 years for other prior residence types
• Pass the B1 Czech language exam (CCE-B1 accepted) and the Czech Life and Institutions exam
• Criminal record clearance from home country (not older than 6 months)
• Tax, customs, and social-security debt-free certificates
• Financial/income documentation for the prior 3 years

Required Documents

• Free-form citizenship application required
• Civil-status documents (birth/marriage/divorce certificates) required
• CV in Czech required
• Criminal record clearance from home country (not older than 6 months) required
• Proof of passing the language (B1) and constitutional-knowledge exams required
• Czech residence documentation required
• Tax, customs, and social-security debt-free certificates (each within 30 days) required
• Financial/income documentation for the prior 3 years required
• Employment contracts and education certificates if applicable
• Social-integration evidence

Official fees

Process Steps

1. 1

   Meet residence requirement

   Hold 5 years' permanent residence (3 for EU nationals).

2. 2

   Pass exams

   Pass the B1 Czech language exam (CCE-B1) and the Czech Life and Institutions exam, unless exempt.

3. 3

   Gather documents

   Compile civil-status documents, CV in Czech, debt-free certificates, and income documentation.

4. 4

   Apply

   Apply in person at the regional or municipal-district authority for your registered permanent residence.

5. 5

   Pay fee

   Pay the state fee (CZK 2,000 per adult) no later than 3 days after submitting the application.

6. 6

   Decision

   The authority forwards the file to the MOI Citizenship Division for decision.

Official Sources

• Official Acquisition of Czech Citizenship by Conferment (Naturalisation) - gov.cz · Government of the Czech Republic (portal.gov.cz)
• Official Czech Language Certificate Exam (CCE) - Charles University UJOP · Charles University, Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies (UJOP)
• Official Citizenship Exam Portal · Ministry of Education / NPI (official exam portal)