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Long-term residence for family reunification: documents checklist

dlouhodobý pobyt za účelem společného soužití rodiny

To join a family member who lives in Czechia with a residence permit. Answer a few short questions. The permit is already chosen.

Step 1 of 5

What is your citizenship?

Your passport country. It decides which permits apply to you and how foreign documents must be verified.

Quick picks

Documents at a glance

Applying inside Czechia

Applying at an embassy

Extension

Fees and processing time

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Applying inside Czechia 2,500 CZK (1,000 CZK under 15). Paid by payment card only, at the Ministry office. source (opens in a new tab) Usually 60 days, not counting time when the proceedings are interrupted. As long as your family member's card, but at least 1 year. 2 years if your family member has permanent residence.
Applying at an embassy 2,500 CZK. Consular fee, paid at the embassy in local currency or by card. source (opens in a new tab) Up to 270 days. 90 days if you join an EU Blue Card holder. As long as your family member's card, but at least 1 year. 2 years if your family member has permanent residence.
Extension 2,500 CZK (1,000 CZK under 15). Paid by bank transfer or by payment card at the Ministry office. source (opens in a new tab) 60 days. As long as your family member's card. 5 years if your family member has permanent residence.

How to prepare your application

  1. Choose your citizenship, the permit and where you apply.
  2. Collect each document on the list. Check its age, original or copy, translation and apostille.
  3. Book an appointment or prepare to send the application in time.
  4. Pay the fee in the way the office accepts.
  5. After approval, give biometrics and collect your card in time.

Questions and answers

Who counts as a family member?

For example a spouse or partner, a child under 18 (also a stepchild or adopted child), a dependent adult child who cannot care for themselves for health reasons, or a lone parent over 65.

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How much is the fee?

2,500 CZK (1,000 CZK under 15) inside Czechia, by payment card. The consular fee at an embassy is 2,500 CZK.

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How long does it take from abroad?

Up to 270 days at an embassy, or 90 days if you join an EU Blue Card holder. Inside Czechia usually 60 days.

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Can I prove money with a bank balance?

No. The family's total monthly income must be regular and stable. A one-time balance statement is not accepted.

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Do I need the original marriage or birth certificate?

Yes. Civil registry documents must be originals. Documents not in Czech or Slovak need a certified Czech translation.

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