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D/VC/01 — Long-Term Visa for Entrepreneurship (Dlouhodobé vízum – podnikání / Živno)
VisasCzech RepublicD/VC/01 — Long-Term Visa for Entrepreneurship (Dlouhodobé vízum – podnikání / Živno)
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D/VC/01 — Long-Term Visa for Entrepreneurship (Dlouhodobé vízum – podnikání / Živno)

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

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

2,500 CZK

Stay Duration

Varies (Duration depends on training program length)

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

Official Information

Overview

Long-term visa for self-employed individuals and freelancers operating under a Czech trade license (živnostenský list), valid up to 1 year.

The Long-Term Visa for Entrepreneurship (Dlouhodobé vízum – podnikání) is a standard immigration pathway established under the Act on the Residence of Foreign Nationals in the Czech Republic. It was designed to provide a legal framework for third-country nationals who intend to conduct business activities or work as freelancers within the Czech territory. This visa fills the gap for individuals who are not employed by a Czech entity but wish to reside in the country while operating their own business, requiring applicants to demonstrate a clear business purpose, such as holding a valid trade license (živnostenský list) or being a statutory representative of a company.

This visa is intended for self-employed individuals, freelancers, and business owners who want to establish or maintain a professional presence in the Czech Republic. It is particularly suitable for entrepreneurs in fields like consulting, creative services, or small-scale trade. What makes this visa distinctive is that it requires the applicant to prove financial self-sufficiency—specifically, having sufficient funds (at least CZK 124,320) to cover their stay—and to provide a valid business registration document. It is a foundational permit for those seeking to build a long-term professional life in the Czech market.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

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

Minimum education: None

Minimum savings: 124320

Health insurance required

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

Min. Savings

156,500 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Training agreement

Letter from training organization

Proof of accommodation

Health insurance

Proof of funds

Application Process

1

Secure training arrangement: Obtain confirmation from Czech training organization

2

Collect documents: Gather training agreement, passport, accommodation, health insurance

3

Apply for visa: Submit long-term training visa application at Czech embassy

4

Provide biometrics: Complete fingerprinting at embassy

5

Receive visa: Collect long-term training visa

6

Register in Czech Republic: Upon arrival, register with local authorities

Application Forms

Long-Term Training Visa Application—

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