Czech Republic•EuropeLong-Term Family Reunification Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
90-120 days
Application Fee
2,500 CZK
Stay Duration
1 to 2 years
Renewable
Varies
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
Residence permit for family members (spouse, children, dependent relatives) of foreign nationals or EU citizens with Czech residence. Allows free access to labor market.
Family reunification permits allow spouses, children, and dependent relatives to join family members legally residing in Czech Republic. Eligible family members include spouses, minor children, adopted children, financially dependent adult children (under 26 studying), and elderly dependent relatives.
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Requirements
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for entire stay plus 3 months
Family relationship proof
Marriage certificate, birth certificate, or adoption papers
Financial proof
Proof of household income minimum 3,130 CZK per person monthly
Accommodation proof
Rental agreement or property ownership
Health insurance
Valid travel health insurance minimum €60,000 if applying abroad
Criminal record certificate
From home country
OptionalSponsoring family member documents
Copy of sponsor's residence permit or Czech/EU citizenship proof
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Advantages
- Free access to labor market
- Path to permanent residency
- Can include multiple family members
- Renewable as long as family ties exist
- No language requirement
Considerations
- Requires sponsoring family member with residence
- Income minimum requirement
- Processing takes 3-4 months
- Dependent on sponsor's status
Application Process
Identify sponsoring family member
Family member must have valid residence permit or be Czech/EU citizen
Prepare family documents
Gather marriage certificates, birth certificates, adoption documents as applicable
Prepare financial documents
Prove household income of minimum 3,130 CZK per person per month
Apply at Czech embassy
Submit family reunification application at Czech diplomatic mission
Provide biometrics
Complete fingerprinting and photo requirements
Receive approval
Obtain long-term family reunification residence permit
Application Forms
Family Reunification Visa Application
Form ID: D/2048
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