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Everything You Need To Know About Czech Republic Visa

czech-republic-visa-image All foreign nationals except citizens of visa exempt nations, EU and the United Kingdom need a visa to enter Czech Republic.

Even though the United Kingdom has decided to withdraw from the European Union, authorities in Schengen countries have decided to extend its visa exemption status to British nationals, and this is the reason why they do not require a visa to enter Czech Republic.

However, citizens of countries like India, Russia, China, Philippines etc who reside in the United Kingdom need a visa to enter Czech Republic.

As per the requirements of the foreign national, authorities in Czech Republic have classified their visas into several types, and it includes, tourist visas, business visas, transit visas, medical visas, and visas for spouse and family members of people residing in Czech Republic.

Note: In order to get a Czech Republic visa, foreign nationals should attend the visa application center to complete the biometric process (fingerprint).

Please scroll down to know more about different types of Czech Republic visas.

Czech Republic tourist visa

Foreign nationals who plan to enter Czech Republic for tourism-related activities like sightseeing can apply for a tourist visa.

Please find below the necessary documents that are needed to obtain Czech Republic tourist visas.

The passport of the applicant should be submitted. Please note that the passport has a minimum of six months validity and two blank pages. If your passport’s validity is less than six months, your visa application will be denied. So, always make sure that you are renewing the passport before submitting the visa application.
The applicant should submit two passport-sized photographs taken within the last three months. Please make sure that the passport is taken in a white background. The applicant should maintain a neutral facial expression in the photograph, and his face should be centered in the middle of it.
It is necessary to submit either the ILR card or other proof of resident status in the UK to obtain a Czech Republic tourist visa.
The traveler should submit a copy of itinerary that details exact details of travel. Please note that authorities will determine the number of entries on your visa based on the itinerary.
The applicant should submit proof of confirmed hotel room booking reservation. The proof of hotel room booking confirmation should show the name of the foreign national, name of the hotel and its address.
The foreign national should submit original employment letter, and it should assure that the company has granted leave, and the traveler will rejoin the work after completing the trip. Please make sure that this employment letter is addressed to the Czech Republic High Commission. Self-employed travelers can submit the copy of business license and tax return, while retired travelers can submit proof of retirement funds.
The applicant should submit his or her bank statement of the last three months. Please note that the final balance in the statement should be at least £500 to visit Czech Republic.
The visitor should submit proof of travel insurance. The applicant should make sure that the travel insurance is issued in the United Kingdom, and it should be valid throughout the Schengen territory.
The foreign national should carefully fill the visa application form without any errors.

Please find below the additional documents that should be submitted if a minor is traveling to Czech Republic.

It is necessary to submit the birth certificate of the kid that shows the name of both biological parents. Please make sure that the birth certificate is written either in English or German.
A consent letter signed by both the parents that grands permission for the minor to visit Czech Republic should be submitted.
Copy of both the parents’ passport should be submitted.
In case of single parents, it is necessary to submit proof of sole custody.
If parents have appointed a legal guardian for the minor, it is necessary to submit proof of legal guardianship.

Note: Czech Republic offers both single-entry and multiple-entry tourist visas for foreign nationals after analyzing the submitted itinerary. The validity of a tourist visa is three months, and it allows a foreign national to stay inside the country for a maximum period of 90 days per entry.

Please note that these visas are issued just for tourism-related activities, and the visitor is not supposed to engage in any kind of other works during his or her stay in Czech Republic.

Czech Republic business visa

Foreign nationals who plan to visit Czech Republic for business-related operations and commercial trading activities can apply for a business visa.

Please scroll down to know about the documents that should be submitted to obtain a Czech Republic business visa.

The original signed passport of the applicant which has at least six months validity and two blank pages should be submitted.
Two passport-sized photographs taken within the last three months should be submitted. Please make sure that the photograph is taken in a white or grey background.
Foreign nationals residing in the United Kingdom should submit ILR card or proof of residence status.
It is necessary to submit the itinerary sent directly from the airlines or travel agency. It should be noted that the number of entries into Czech Republic will be determined by the authorities after analyzing the itinerary.
The applicant should submit the accommodation proof, and it can be hotel room booking confirmation. The proof of hotel room booking confirmation should show the name of the applicant, name of the hotel and address.
The foreign national should submit a letter from his or her employer in the United Kingdom. The employment letter should assure that the traveler will rejoin the company after the trip. The letter should be written in the company’s letterhead, and it should be addressed to the Czech Republic High Commission. If you are self-employed, you can submit the copy of business license and tax returns. Retired travelers can submit proofs of retirement funds.
It is necessary to submit a business invitation letter from the company in Czech Republic. This letter should detail the nature and purpose of the trip, and it should also guarantee sufficient funds for the traveler. This invitation letter should be addressed to the consulate of Czech Republic, and it should not be older than one month.
The traveler should submit bank statements of the last three months, and the applicant should make sure that the final balance needs to be of at least £600 plus. It should be noted that the statement should be stamped by the issuing bank.
A travel insurance covering the traveler’s trip throughout the Schengen area should be submitted.
The applicant should submit visa application form without any errors.

Note: In usual cases, a Czech Republic business visa will be sent to the applicant within 10-15 business days, and the maximum days a person can stay inside the country per entry is 180 days.

Czech Republic transit visa

If a foreign national is transiting through Czech Republic, he or she should apply for a transit visa. A transit visa allows foreign national to stay in the country for a maximum of five days.

Please find below the documents that are needed to obtain a Czech Republic transit visa.

Passport with six months validity and two blank pages.
Photograph taken within the last three months. Please note that the photograph should be taken within the last three months.
The applicant should submit the ILR card or the proof of residence status.
It is necessary to submit the itinerary.
An employment letter from the company in UK should be submitted, and it should detail that leave has been granted to the traveler, and he or she should rejoin the work after the trip.
It is necessary to submit the proof of hotel room reservation.
The applicant should submit last three months’ bank statement, and it should have a minimum balance of £600.
The foreign national should submit the travel insurance that covers the traveler’s trip throughout the Schengen area.
It is necessary to submit the visa application form without any errors.

Czech Republic medical visa

Foreign nationals residing in the United Kingdom who are planning to visit Czech Republic for treatment purposes can apply for a medical visa.

Please find below the necessary documents that are required to obtain a medical visa.

Passport of the applicant which has at least six months validity and two blank pages should be submitted.
It is necessary to submit two photographs of the applicant.
The applicant should submit the ILR card or proof of residence status.
The itinerary should be submitted along with the proof of accommodation in Czech Republic.
The foreign national should hold a valid visa for the next destination.
It is necessary to submit the employment letter from the UK company. The employment letter should assure that the foreign national will return to employment after the trip. If the traveler is self-employed, it is necessary to submit the business license and tax return. Foreign nationals who are retired can submit proof of retirement funds.
The applicant should submit the bank statements of last three months.
The foreign national should submit an official document from the medical institution confirming the necessity of the treatment.
The applicant should show the proof that he or she has sufficient financial capability to support the expenses of medical treatment in Czech Republic.
The visa application form should be filled properly. In case of any queries, you can contact Visa Genie for assistance.

Note: Authorities in Czech Republic offer both single and multiple entry privilege to foreign nationals. In usual cases, the medical visa will be sent to the applicant within 10 to 15 days after sending the application.

Visas for spouse and family members

Family members and spouses of Czech Republican residents can apply for a visa and can visit their dear ones.

Please find below the documents required to obtain this visa.

It is necessary to submit the signed passport of the applicant.
The passport-sized photograph of the applicant should be submitted.
The original passport of the EU national should be submitted.
The foreign national should submit his or her original proof of residency in the UK, and it should be valid for at least three months after returning from the Czech Republic.
It is necessary to produce proof of address in the United Kingdom.
An employment letter from the UK company should be produced.
If visiting family member, it is necessary to submit an invitation letter from the person living in Czech Republic.
The applicant should also produce documents that furnishes the relationship with the person living in Czech Republic.
It is also necessary to produce the proof of accommodation.

Note: These visas offer only single entry privilege, and they have three months validity.