Family Reunification in Czech Republic
One documented route of this kind in Czech Republic, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Long-term Residence for Family Reunification
A residence permit for family members joining a sponsor who holds qualifying residence in the Czech Republic.
- Processing time
- In-country 60 days; from abroad up to 270 days (90 days for EU Blue Card holders' families); extensions 60 days
- Validity
- Matches sponsor's permit (min 1 year); 2 years if sponsor holds permanent residence (extensions up to 5 years)
- Language requirement
- None for the permit itself
- Permanent residence
- Eligible for permanent residence after 5 years of continuous residence
- Citizenship
- Naturalization possible after 5 years of permanent residence
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
- Administrative fee (in Czechia) 2,500 CZK
- Administrative fee for minors under 15 1,000 CZK
- Consular fee (from abroad) 2,500 CZK
Process Steps
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1
Verify sponsor eligibility
Confirm the sponsor meets residence-duration conditions for the family route.
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2
Gather documents
Compile proof of family relationship and supporting documents.
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3
Apply
Apply in person at a Czech embassy abroad or at an MOI office in Czechia.
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4
Pay fee
Pay CZK 2,500 (CZK 1,000 for minors under 15).
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5
Await decision
Wait for the decision (60 days in-country; up to 270 days from abroad).
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6
Biometrics and collection
Attend biometric scanning and collect the card within 60 days.