Czech Republic•EuropeFreelance Visa (Živnostenske oprávnění)
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
2,500 CZK
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term business visa for self-employed foreigners and freelancers. Requires obtaining Czech trade license (živnostenské oprávnění) to operate business or provide services.
The freelance visa (Živnostenske opravneni) is for self-employed foreigners operating their own business in Czech Republic. Unlike the digital nomad visa, this allows working with Czech clients and companies, not just foreign ones. Requires obtaining Czech trade license.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
260,000 CZK
per year
Minimum Savings
190,000 CZK
Personal
Passport Validity
1.5 years
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Professional
Required Skills
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months
Trade license
Czech živnostenské oprávnění certificate
Proof of funds
Bank statements showing minimum 124,500 CZK
Proof of accommodation
Rental agreement or property ownership
Health insurance
Comprehensive coverage for Czech Republic
Business plan
Description of business activities
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Advantages
- Can work with Czech clients and companies
- Path to permanent residency
- Business ownership in Czech Republic
- Family members can join
Considerations
- Requires trade license registration
- Minimum savings requirement 124,500 CZK
- Processing takes 2-3 months
- Business registration costs additional fees
Application Process
Obtain trade license
Register business and obtain Czech trade license (živnostenské oprávnění)
Prepare documents
Gather passport, trade license, proof of funds, accommodation proof, health insurance
Apply for visa
Submit long-term business visa application at Czech embassy or consulate
Visa decision
Ministry of Interior reviews application
Receive visa
Collect long-term business visa
Register residence
Upon arrival, register with local authorities for residence permit
Application Forms
Long-Term Business Visa Application
Form ID: D/2048
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