Following this decision, the acceptance of new applications for individual consular services has been discontinued, with the exception of assistance to Czech citizens in emergency situations, which will continue to be provided by the Consulate General in Hong Kong until 31 August 2026.

The acceptance of applications for Schengen (short‑term) and long‑term visas will end on 13 July 2026. This option applies exclusively to applicants who have duly and timely registered for submitting their application.

From 1 August 2026, applications for Schengen visas will be accepted by the Czech Visa Centre in Shenzhen:

https://visa.vfsglobal.com/chn/en/cze

Applications for long‑term visas and residence permits will be accepted by the Embassy in Beijing:

https://mzv.gov.cz/beijing/en/consular_information/index.html

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at: hongkong.consulate@mzv.gov.cz.