Becoming legal in the Czech Republic.
Whatever your age or profession, moving to the Czech Republic is a large step. One of the main steps in moving to a country such as the Czech Republic is finding a way through the visa system and finding yourself employment.
This site is about the Czech visa and work permit system and has been set up as a guide through the constantly changing situation.
Changes in the Czech visa system
It is fair to say that the requirements for a Czech visa application are constantly changing. Some of the changes are for the better, some for the worse.
There are so many changes that it is not possible to list them all. And to add to the confusion there are a lot of out of date websites providing old information. Including Czech government websites.
EU nationals no longer need a visa for the Czech Republic.
The basics for a visa application
When applying for a Czech visa there are some basic rules that need to be noted and without the basics, your application will be turned down.
To submit a successful application you will need "the basics":
A valid travel document (passport)
A residence address in the Czech Republic.
A reason to stay.
Sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.
Also:
When collecting a visa you will be required to show proof of Czech health insurance before your visa is issued.
The proof that is required varies case by case as does each persons application.
For instance, if you are from Ukraine applying for an work permit, then your application will differ from an American applying for a family visa.
Applying for a Czech visa
Depending on the type of application you are submitting you will need to submit at an embassy, the foreign police or the Ministry of the Interior.
Where and how to apply for a Czech visa?
Czech visa renewal
Once you have a Czech visa, the visa can be renewed inside the Czech Republic. Renewal of a Czech visa.