Self-employment / Freelance 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 Doing Business (Self-employment / Zivno)
A long-term residence permit for third-country nationals running a trade or business in the Czech Republic, based on a trade licence.
- Processing time
- 60 days standard
- Validity
- Maximum 2 years, renewable up to 2 years each time
- 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
- 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
- Administrative fee 2,500 CZK
Process Steps
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1
Gather documents
Obtain Trade Register confirmation and compile supporting documents.
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2
Complete form
Complete the application form.
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3
Book appointment
Book an appointment at the embassy or MOI.
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4
Submit and pay
Submit in person and pay CZK 2,500.
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5
Await decision
Wait for the decision within 60 days.
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6
Biometrics
Attend the biometric appointment.
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7
Collect card
Collect the card within 60 days of biometrics.