ICT — Intra-Company Transfer Card (Karta vnitropodnikově převedeného zaměstnance)

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ICT — Intra-Company Transfer Card (Karta vnitropodnikově převedeného zaměstnance)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–3 months

Estimated Cost

CZK 2,500 CZK

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

3 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Residence permit for managers, specialists (up to 3 years), or trainee employees (up to 1 year) transferring within a multinational company to a Czech branch.

The ICT Card facilitates the transfer of key personnel from non-EU companies to their Czech branches. It is intended for managers, specialists, and trainees who have been with their employer for at least six months. This permit allows for a stay of up to three years and provides a pathway to permanent residency.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 years

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Czech Republic

Employee Card (Zaměstnanecká karta)

ValidityVaries (Tied to employment contract validity)

ProcessingVaries

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a manager, specialist, or trainee employee being transferred from a non-EU branch to a Czech branch.

Must have been employed by the corporation for at least 6 months prior to the transfer.

Proof of a direct connection between the foreign and Czech entities (e.g., parent/subsidiary).

Valid employment contract for the transfer period.

Valid travel document.

Proof of accommodation.

Professional qualifications for the specific role.

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Application form for long-term residence.

Valid passport.

Two recent photos.

Transfer letter (detailing conditions, salary, and duration).

Proof of 6-month prior employment with the corporation.

Proof of corporate relationship between the two entities.

Proof of professional qualifications.

Proof of accommodation.

Proof of travel medical insurance (upon approval).

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Specifically designed for multinational corporate mobility.
Allows for a stay of up to 3 years for managers/specialists (1 year for trainees).
Facilitates intra-company movement without the standard labour market test.
Can be extended or switched to an Employee Card if the transfer ends but the individual wishes to stay.

Worth Knowing

Strict definition of 'manager', 'specialist', or 'trainee' must be met.
The card is valid only for the duration of the transfer.
If the transfer ends, the individual must either leave or apply for a different type of residence permit.
Requires extensive documentation proving the corporate structure and the applicant's role.

Application Process

Employer prepares the transfer letter and necessary corporate documentation.

Applicant schedules an appointment at the Czech embassy or consulate.

Submit the application in person, provide biometric data, and pay the fee (2,500 CZK).

Application is forwarded to the Ministry of the Interior for review.

If approved, collect the entry visa (D/VR) for the purpose of collecting the ICT card.

Arrive in the Czech Republic and visit the Ministry of the Interior to provide biometrics and collect the ICT card.

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Overview

Residence permit for managers, specialists (up to 3 years), or trainee employees (up to 1 year) transferring within a multinational company to a Czech branch.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a manager, specialist, or trainee employee being transferred from a non-EU branch to a Czech branch.

Must have been employed by the corporation for at least 6 months prior to the transfer.

Proof of a direct connection between the foreign and Czech entities (e.g., parent/subsidiary).

Valid employment contract for the transfer period.

Valid travel document.

Proof of accommodation.

Professional qualifications for the specific role.

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Application form for long-term residence.

Valid passport.

Two recent photos.

Transfer letter (detailing conditions, salary, and duration).

Proof of 6-month prior employment with the corporation.

Proof of corporate relationship between the two entities.

Proof of professional qualifications.

Proof of accommodation.

Proof of travel medical insurance (upon approval).

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Specifically designed for multinational corporate mobility.
Allows for a stay of up to 3 years for managers/specialists (1 year for trainees).
Facilitates intra-company movement without the standard labour market test.
Can be extended or switched to an Employee Card if the transfer ends but the individual wishes to stay.

Worth Knowing

Strict definition of 'manager', 'specialist', or 'trainee' must be met.
The card is valid only for the duration of the transfer.
If the transfer ends, the individual must either leave or apply for a different type of residence permit.
Requires extensive documentation proving the corporate structure and the applicant's role.

Application Process