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Long-term Residence Permit for a Resident of Another EU Member State
VisasCzech RepublicLong-term Residence Permit for a Resident of Another EU Member State
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Long-term Residence Permit for a Resident of Another EU Member State

Skilled Migration PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-120 days

Application Fee

2,500 CZK

Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

For third-country nationals who hold a permanent residence permit with the legal status of a 'long-term EU resident' in another EU Member State.

This permit is designed for third-country nationals who have already established long-term EU resident status in another member state, facilitating their mobility within the European Union. It grants the holder free access to the Czech labor market and allows for various purposes of stay, such as employment or business.

Time spent under this permit contributes toward the 5-year requirement for Czech permanent residence.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant2 years
Extension increments2 years

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Permanent Residence Permit after 5 Years (Trvalý pobyt po 5 letech)
Czech Republic flagCzech Republic

Permanent Residence Permit after 5 Years (Trvalý pobyt po 5 letech)

ValidityVaries (Renewable based on family ties and sponsoring family member's status)
ProcessingVaries
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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Hold permanent residence with 'long-term EU resident' status in another EU state

Proof of accommodation

Proof of funds

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Application form

Travel document

Proof of accommodation

Proof of funds

Proof of long-term EU resident status

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Free access to labor market
  • Time counts toward permanent residence

Worth Knowing

  • Requires proof of purpose of stay (employment/study/business)
  • Strict documentation requirements
  • Not holding long-term EU resident status in another member state

Application Process

1

Gather proof of EU resident status

2

Submit application to Ministry of the Interior

3

Provide proof of purpose of stay

Application Forms

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