Eligibility quiz
Do you have Czech national origin?
Benefits
Benefits for youBenefits for you
Live in Czech Republic
You can live indefinitely in the Czech Republic.
Your residence card needs replacing, but its expiry does not itself end your permanent residence.
Study in Czech Republic
You can study in the Czech Republic without a limit on the level or subject imposed by your residence status.
Admission, tuition and student support have separate rules.
Work in Czech Republic
You can work for any employer, change jobs or work for yourself immediately, without a separate immigration work permit.
Visit Schengen countries
With a valid passport and Czech residence card, you can visit other Schengen countries, normally for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period.
Rent or buy housing
You can rent or buy housing in the Czech Republic and open an account.
Use public healthcare
You are covered by public health insurance, whatever your citizenship.
The insurance pays for covered healthcare, though you must register with an insurer and some care may require a payment from you.
Get support
You may qualify for social support, including family, housing, pension, unemployment or education support, under its rules.
For state social support, residence generally counts after 365 days from registration.
Resettlement help may cover moving, housing, healthcare and schooling, plus up to CZK 50,000 per adult or CZK 20,000 per person under 18; it is discretionary and quotas may apply.
How to apply
From outside the CzechiaFrom outside the Czechia
Find your consulate
Find the Czech consulate or embassy that serves the place where you live.
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Get the compatriot certificate
If you need your own Certificate of Affiliation to the Czech Compatriot Community Abroad, apply at the consulate: get and complete the certificate form, book an appointment, attend in person with the required documents and complete an interview. If you are applying as a spouse or child, your Czech-origin spouse or parent needs their own certificate; a child with Czech origin may also need a separately issued certificate.
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Download the application form
Download the Czech permanent residence application form for Krajan permanent residence.
Download the formFill in the form
Complete and sign the permanent residence application form for Krajan permanent residence. A legal representative files the application for a child under 15.
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Gather your documents
Prepare the required documents for the consulate.
See required documentsBook an appointment
Arrange an appointment with your consulate to file your permanent residence application.
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Go to your appointment
Bring your completed form and documents to the consulate and submit them in person. A legal representative files in person for a child under 15.
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Wait for the decision
Answer any questions and provide any additional records the authorities request. If you are applying as a spouse or child, your Czech-origin spouse or parent must be granted permanent residence before your permit can be issued.
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Once in the CzechiaOnce in the Czechia
Get your residence card
After approval, follow the authorities’ instructions for getting your residence card, including any appointment they require. The card lets you show your permanent residence in the Czech Republic.
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Register for the course
Create an account on the adaptation and integration course portal so you can arrange the required course.
Register for the coursePay for the course
Pay for the course through the course portal and keep your payment confirmation. A public course costs CZK 1,500.
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Enrol in a course
Choose a course through the portal and wait for your email confirmation.
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Attend the course
Attend the whole course, bring your biometric residence card and sign the attendance sheet. This completes the adaptation and integration course requirement.
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Documents needed
Family certificates and recordsFamily certificates and records
Marriage certificate *
Bring the original certificate showing your marriage to your Czech-origin spouse. Your spouse must be granted permanent residence before your permit can be issued; a spouse’s or partner’s residence permit alone does not qualify you for this route.
* Only if you apply through your Czech-origin spouse.
May need translationMay need apostille/legalisationSpouse's compatriot certificate *
Bring your spouse’s Certificate of Affiliation to the Czech Compatriot Community Abroad. It must be the original or an officially certified copy.
* Only if you apply through your Czech-origin spouse.
Family tree *
Prepare a family tree for your Czech compatriot certificate application. It must be in Czech.
* Only if you need your own Czech compatriot certificate.
Considerations
Things to think aboutThings to think about
Documents and address
Keep a valid passport and residence card, follow residence registration rules and report required changes and lost or damaged documents.
Replace the card generally every 10 years for adults or every 5 years for children under 15.
Health insurance payments
Participation in public health insurance is compulsory.
Depending on your situation, the premiums are paid by your employer, the state or you.
Integration course
Complete the adaptation and integration course within one year of the final decision, unless an exemption applies.
Permits already issued and valid before 1 January 2021 are exempt.
Permanent residence can end
Your permanent residence can end at your request or be cancelled for serious public-order or security reasons, certain deception or other legal violations.
It can also be cancelled after a long absence when the rules on absence and return apply.
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