Permit guides
Long-term residence for business: documents checklist
dlouhodobý pobyt za účelem podnikání
For self-employed people and company directors. Answer a few short questions. The permit is already chosen.
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Documents at a glance
Applying inside Czechia
- Application form for a long-term residence permit (Tiskopis žádosti o vydání a prodloužení doby platnosti povolení k dlouhodobému pobytu) source (opens in a new tab)
- Valid passport (cestovní doklad) source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof of accommodation (doklad o zajištění ubytování) source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof of funds or income (doklad o zajištění prostředků k pobytu na území) source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof of registration of your business (doklad o zápisu do příslušného rejstříku, seznamu nebo evidence) source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof that you have no debts (doklad o bezdlužnosti) source (opens in a new tab)
- Comprehensive health insurance (komplexní zdravotní pojištění) source (opens in a new tab)
- Passport photo (fotografie) source (opens in a new tab)
- Commercial register extract of your company (výpis z obchodního rejstříku) Only if this applies to you source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof that your company has no debts (doklady o bezdlužnosti obchodní korporace) Only if this applies to you source (opens in a new tab)
- Medical certificate (lékařská zpráva – doklad o bezinfekčnosti) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
- Criminal record extracts from other countries (doklad obdobný výpisu z evidence Rejstříku trestů) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
- Release of the tax office from confidentiality (prohlášení o zproštění mlčenlivosti finančního úřadu) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
- Income tax assessment (platební výměr daně z příjmu) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof of payment of the health insurance premium (doklad o zaplacení pojistného) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
Extension
- Application form for a long-term residence permit (Tiskopis žádosti o vydání a prodloužení doby platnosti povolení k dlouhodobému pobytu) source (opens in a new tab)
- Valid passport (cestovní doklad) source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof of accommodation (doklad o zajištění ubytování) source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof of funds or income (doklad o zajištění prostředků k pobytu na území) source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof of registration of your business (doklad o zápisu do příslušného rejstříku, seznamu nebo evidence) source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof that you have no debts (doklad o bezdlužnosti) source (opens in a new tab)
- Comprehensive health insurance (komplexní zdravotní pojištění) source (opens in a new tab)
- Passport photo (fotografie) source (opens in a new tab)
- Commercial register extract of your company (výpis z obchodního rejstříku) Only if this applies to you source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof that your company has no debts (doklady o bezdlužnosti obchodní korporace) Only if this applies to you source (opens in a new tab)
- Medical certificate (lékařská zpráva – doklad o bezinfekčnosti) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
- Criminal record extracts from other countries (doklad obdobný výpisu z evidence Rejstříku trestů) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
- Release of the tax office from confidentiality (prohlášení o zproštění mlčenlivosti finančního úřadu) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
- Income tax assessment (platební výměr daně z příjmu) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
- Proof of payment of the health insurance premium (doklad o zaplacení pojistného) Only if the office asks source (opens in a new tab)
Fees and processing time
| Case | Fee | Processing time | Valid for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applying inside Czechia | 2,500 CZK. Paid by payment card only, at the Ministry office. source (opens in a new tab) | 60 days. The time stops while the proceedings are interrupted. | Up to 2 years. |
| Extension | 2,500 CZK. Paid by bank transfer or by payment card at the Ministry office. source (opens in a new tab) | 60 days. | Up to 2 years each time. |
How to prepare your application
- Choose your citizenship, the permit and where you apply.
- Collect each document on the list. Check its age, original or copy, translation and apostille.
- Book an appointment or prepare to send the application in time.
- Pay the fee in the way the office accepts.
- After approval, give biometrics and collect your card in time.
Questions and answers
Can I apply for the business permit from abroad?
Not directly. This permit is for people already in Czechia with a long-term visa for business or after more than 5 years of continuous residence, with some exceptions.
How much is the fee?
2,500 CZK. For a first application it is paid by payment card only, at the Ministry office. For an extension also by bank transfer.
How long does it take?
60 days. The time stops while the proceedings are interrupted.
Which health insurance do I need?
Comprehensive health insurance. If you are in public health insurance, show your insurance card and a confirmation that you owe nothing to the insurer.
How long is the permit valid?
Up to 2 years. You can extend it again and again for the same purpose.
Sources
- https://ipc.gov.cz/typy-viz-a-pobytu/obcane-tretich-zemi/dlouhodobe-pobyty/povoleni-k-dlouhodobemu-pobytu-za-ucelem-podnikani/
- https://ipc.gov.cz/formulare-a-dokumenty/nalezitosti-dokumenty/formalni-pozadavky-nalezitosti-dokumentu/
- https://ipc.gov.cz/formulare-a-dokumenty/nalezitosti-dokumenty/doklad-o-ubytovani/
- https://ipc.gov.cz/formulare-a-dokumenty/nalezitosti-dokumenty/doklad-o-zajisteni-prostredku-k-pobytu-na-uzemi-finance/
- https://ipc.gov.cz/formulare-a-dokumenty/nalezitosti-dokumenty/doklad-o-zdravotnim-pojisteni/
- https://ipc.gov.cz/formulare-a-dokumenty/nalezitosti-dokumenty/fotografie/
- https://ipc.gov.cz/typy-viz-a-pobytu/obcane-tretich-zemi/dlouhodobe-pobyty/zamestnanecka-karta/
- https://ipc.gov.cz/formulare-a-dokumenty/nalezitosti-dokumenty/doklad-obdobny-vypisu-z-rejstriku-trestu/
Other permits
- Employee cardzaměstnanecká karta
- EU Blue Cardmodrá karta
- Long-term residence for family reunificationdlouhodobý pobyt za účelem společného soužití rodiny
- Long-term residence for studydlouhodobý pobyt za účelem studia
- Long-term residence extensionprodloužení platnosti povolení k dlouhodobému pobytu
- Permanent residence after 5 yearspovolení k trvalému pobytu po 5 letech nepřetržitého pobytu, § 68
- Registration certificate for EU citizensosvědčení o registraci (potvrzení o přechodném pobytu)
- Residence card for family members of EU citizenspovolení k přechodnému pobytu rodinného příslušníka občana EU (pobytová karta)