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Long-term residence for study: documents checklist

dlouhodobý pobyt za účelem studia

For students at a Czech school or university. Answer a few short questions. The permit is already chosen.

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What is your citizenship?

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

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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. Paid by payment card only, at the Ministry office. source (opens in a new tab) 60 days. The time stops while you are asked to complete the file. Up to 1 year, or up to 2 years in cases set by law.
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) 60 days. The time stops while you are asked to complete the file. Up to 1 year, or up to 2 years in cases set by law.
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 for accredited university study.

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

Can I work with a study permit?

Yes. With a long-term residence permit for study you have free access to the labour market and need no separate work permit.

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How much is the fee?

2,500 CZK. Inside Czechia by payment card at the Ministry office. At an embassy in local currency or by card.

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How much money do I need to show?

It depends on the length of stay and is based on the subsistence minimum (existenční minimum). The source page gives the current amounts and examples.

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Which health insurance do I need?

Comprehensive health insurance from an insurer authorised in Czechia, covering your whole stay.

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Do I have to take the integration course?

No. Long-term residence for study is exempt from the adaptation-integration course (§ 155b(3)).

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