Translation of supporting documents for long-term visas and residence permits

Documents in other than Czech or Slovak languages need to be provided in their original versions together with certified translations into Czech language. 

Change in the submission of visa applications for a stay of more than 90 days for the purpose of business and applications for an employee card at the Visa Centre of the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Dresden

With effect from 1 January 2026, the rules for applying for a long-term visa for the purpose of business and applying for an employee card at the Visa Centre of the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Dresden are changing. 

Free access to the labour market for nationals of selected countries

On 1 July 2024, a government regulation introduced free access to the Czech labour market for citizens of Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Singapore, United Kingdom and United States of America. The same applies… 

The territorial competence of Dresden Visa Centre is extended to include Bulgaria and Romania

In connection with the full implementation of the Schengen acquis by Bulgaria and Romania, the territorial competence of Dresden Visa Centre is extended.