🇨🇿Czech Republic Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Czech Republic?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter Czech Republic visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Czech Republic
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- Same-day
- Fee:
- 90 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Coming up: announced entry rules
- Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website
Insurance requiredInsurance for the Schengen visa (AXA Schengen)
If your passport needs a Schengen visa, it is a required document of the file: at least €30,000 of medical expenses. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.
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Czech Republic visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Czech Republic applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TunisiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TogoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- United KingdomVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- United StatesVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- SenegalVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Democratic Republic of the CongoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CubaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- LebanonVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- ZambiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- AndorraVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- NepalVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- ThailandVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Côte d'IvoireVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CameroonVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- MoroccoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- AlgeriaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- RussiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TurkeyVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- BeninVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
Czech Republic visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Czech Republic publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | 90 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Employee Card | Work | 2 years | 5,000 CZK | 60-90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| EU Blue Card | Work | 3 years | 5,000 CZK | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Trade-license business visa | Work | 2 years | 5,000 CZK | 60 days | Portal | |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 2,500 CZK | 60 days | Portal | |
| Family Reunification | Family | 2 years | 1,000-2,500 CZK | 90-180 days | Portal | |
| Working Holiday visa | Working holiday | 1 year | 2,500 CZK | 60 days | Portal | |
| Airport transit visa | Transit | Same-day | 90 EUR | 15 days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Prague
Population
10,742,650
Currency
Czech crown (CZK Kč)
Languages
Czech
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+420
Timezone
Europe/Prague
Area
78,870 km²
Government
Bicameral parliamentary republic
National day
October 28 - Creation of Czechoslovakia
Internet domain
.cz
About
The Czech Republic is a Central European country with a population of 10.74 million inhabitants. It is a bicameral parliamentary democracy led by President Petr Pavel and Prime Minister Petr Fiala. The country experienced a recession in 2023 but shows positive economic prospects for 2024.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Crime(Low)
- Avoid ostentatious displays of wealth
- Stay vigilant in public transport during peak hours
- Keep important documents secure
Terrorism(Low)
- No major terrorist threat identified
- Follow security instructions in public places
Transport
- Use reliable public transportation in major cities
- Wearing seat belts is mandatory
- Respect speed limits
Natural risks(Low - no major natural risks)
- No significant seismic or volcanic risk
Health(Good quality healthcare system)
- Health insurance recommended for foreigners
- Standard vaccinations recommended
- Well-stocked pharmacies in cities
Practical tips
- Register your passport with your embassy
- Keep copies of important documents
- Respect local immigration laws
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Prague · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
safe
5-10% in restaurants, round up the amount
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Photos
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Czech Republic?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Czech Republic across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Czech Republic visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Czech Republic?▾
Czech Republic issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid Same-day. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Czech Republic?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Low to moderate". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Czech Republic?▾
The official currency is Czech crown (CZK Kč). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Czech Republic?▾
The capital of Czech Republic is Prague. The main spoken languages are: Czech.
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