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Country Guide > Europe > Czech Republic | |
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Passport/Visa
Passports Passport valid for 90 days beyond the expected length of stay for visas up to 90 days counted from the date of entering the Czech Republic; at least 455 days for visas over 90 days. For nationals who do not require a visa, passport must be valid for 90 days beyond the expected length of stay except for: 1. EU and EEA nationals with valid national ID cards (who may also travel with a passport valid only for the duration of stay in the Czech Republic). Note Minors are allowed to travel on their parents' passports up until aged 15 years. Visas Required by all except the following: (a) 1. British nationals with a passport valid for the duration of their stay; (b) 2. nationals listed in the chart above and nationals of Andorra, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR), Israel, Korea (Rep), Macau (SAR), Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, San Marino, Sovereign Military Order of Malta, Switzerland, Uruguay, Vatican City and Venezuela for up to 90 days; (c) nationals of Bulgaria, Romania and Singapore for up to 30 days; (d) transit passengers continuing their journey within 24 hours and not leaving the airport, providing holding onward tickets and relevant travel documentation. *Airport transit/transit visas are, however, always required for nationals of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Congo (Dem Rep), Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Sri Lanka and the Syrian Arab Republic (this does not apply if the above national holds a valid residence visa or permit of any EU country, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Norway, or holds a permanent or long-term residence permit in Andorra, Canada, Japan, Monaco, San Marino, Switzerland or the USA); (e) holders of a UN laissez-passer for as long as is necessary. Note (a) EU and EEA nationals, and those who do not require visas, whose stay will exceed 30 days, must register with the Alien and Border Police within 30 days of arrival. All other nationals must register with the Alien and Border Police within three days of arrival, regardless of intended length of stay. Generally, accommodation providers will arrange this for their guests. (b) British Overseas Citizens require visas as do holders of British Travel Documents (blue) under the 1951 Geneva Convention, and holders of British Travel Documents (brown) for tourism and business trips, and must apply in person. Types of visa and cost Single-entry, Multiple-entry, Single-transit, Double-transit, Multiple-transit and Airport-transit. Prices vary according to the nationality of the applicant and according to currency rates. For UK nationals, single-entry visas cost £18, multiple-entry visas cost £67, for stays not exceeding 90 days. Single-transit/double-transit: £18. There are no visa fees for nationals of Albania, Ecuador, Japan, Seychelles, South Africa and Turkey, or for children under 15 years of age. Cost of Visa Conversion Table
Validity Single- and multiple-entry: Six months from date of issue for a visit of a specified period not exceeding 90 days. Transit (single, double and multiple-transit): Six months from date of issue for a visit of a specified period not exceeding five days. Application to Consulate (or Consular section at the Embassy); see Contact Addresses section for details. Please note that some nationals must apply in person for a visa and submit slightly different application requirements (see below). Check with the Embassy for further details. Application requirements (a) One original application form. (b) One recent passport-size photo (attach with glue; do not staple). (c) Passport valid for at least 90 days beyond the requested length of visa, with at least one blank page and a photocopy of the data page. Children inscribed in their parents' passports are permitted to travel with their parents up to the age of 15, from when they will require a separate passport. (d) Fee (payable in cash, by banker’s draft or by postal order only). (e) Proof of sufficient funds (eg recent bank statement or letter from host or sponsor). (f) Postal applications should be accompanied by a self-addressed envelope pre-paid for special delivery. (g) Valid travel insurance policy covering emergency hospital treatment and repatriation. Business: (a)-(g) and, (h) Letter from employer or invitation letter from company in the Czech Republic. Student: (a)-(g) and, (h) Letter from school or college confirming that you are a student and confirmation of available accommodation. Note All documents must be submitted in both original form, plus one photocopy. Working days required Seven (in person); 14 (by post); maximum 30. Temporary Residence EU citizens may apply if intending to stay longer than three months, for a temporary or permanent resident permit with the Alien & Border Police in the Czech Republic. The process will take about 60 days. Alternatively, applications may be filed with democratic missions abroad (processing time: up to 180 days). The issue of the permit is not a condition for the stay. |